English for Educators & Administrative Staff

This course is suitable for educators and administrative staff looking to develop their English communication skills in professional settings.

Applicants should have a minimum A2 level of English, as outlined in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. If you would like to confirm your level, please contact us.

For teachers applying through the Erasmus Plus scheme the OID for ATC Language Schools is E10365795.

This course is structured around 5 core modules:

1. Professional Communication Skills: Participants will learn to draft and respond to workplace emails, make effective phone calls, and understand the nuances of formal versus informal language. Key tasks include writing practice and simulated workplace communication scenarios.
2. Interpersonal Communication in Education: This module focuses on active listening, giving feedback, and managing meetings. Participants will engage in role-plays to practice agreeing, disagreeing, and suggesting while honing their ability to clarify and take turns in discussions.
3. Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution: Emphasis is placed on diplomatic language and collaborative decision-making. Through role-plays, participants practice resolving workplace misunderstandings and negotiating solutions.
4. Public Speaking and Presentations: Participants will develop skills for structuring and delivering presentations, managing nerves, and engaging audiences effectively. Practical tasks include preparing and delivering short presentations using persuasive and sequencing language.
5. Course Project: In this module, participants will prepare a final presentation that synthesizes the skills and knowledge gained throughout the course. They will present their project to peers, receiving feedback to further enhance their communication and presentation skills.