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[robyn1882]

Does anyone have any experience with the Maple Bear Schools? Good or bad? Thanks

[yingwenlaoshi]

What the hell's a Maple Bear? Nice name.

[littlelisa]

A Maple bear is a name that very clearly indicates it must be a Canadian school, Canada being known for maple syrup and bears, among other things.

[yingwenlaoshi]

[mindmetoo]

I think that's part of the Canadian Connection school or something. Don't know about the program but I did interview there years ago. Lots might have changed but it's Canadian run. Interpret that as you see fit.

[Whistleblower]

Sounds like a sh*t off from Maple Story. The popular kids PC game in Korea.

Here's what I found:

ABOUT THIS JOB

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
� To manage the school effectively with priority given to educational quality and profitability
� To ensure that the school staff follow Company guidelines for the implementation and execution
of the Maple Bear English Immersion Kindergarten curriculum/English language instruction



ABOUT THIS SCHOOL

School Director Positions:

About Maple Bear Schools:
The Maple Bear� System was developed taking into account the very latest research with respect to early childhood education. It provides a strong academic program in an environment that encourages children\'s natural and innate interest in learning. The program reinforces and builds on this positive attitude by offering varied and stimulating experiences to the children.

Competence in language, reading, mathematics, science and technology is developed systematically. Teachers integrate subject knowledge into a variety of active techniques suitable to the developmental stages of the children. Maple Bear� has high learning expectations for children within a healthy, stimulating and supportive learning environment.

Maple Bear Schools are currently operating in Korea, India, Brazil and Turkey. With the opening of two new schools in March, 2007 there will be a total of 6 Maple Bear Schools in Korea.


***To Apply***
Please send your CV and a COVER LETTER as EMAIL ATTACHMENTS to Laura Beaulac, Director, Education Services at [email protected] .

Please specify that you are applying for the �School Director/Principal -- Maple Bear (Korea)� position in the subject line of your email.

NOTE: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Preferred Skills:
� B. Ed. and Principal�s qualifications and/or experience at the elementary/primary level
� TESOL or experience in ESL/International schools (preferred)
� Experience with Immersion or Early Childhood Programs/ESL for Primary/Junior Students
� Strong organizational, administrative and program implementation skills
� Positive communication skills, ability to work in a team environment
Position Description:
SCHOOL DIRECTOR/PRINCIPAL -- MAPLE BEAR SCHOOLS (Korea)

Reports to:
ECE Specialist/Country Director of Maple Bear Schools (Korea); Owner�s Designee

JOB DUTIES

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
� Manage the School as a private educational institution with priority given to educational quality
and profitability. This duty involves increasing the School�s enrollment, maintaining high quality
of teaching and program implementation in the School and increasing revenues.
� Perform outreach activities with a view to expanding the School�s enrollment and reputation in
the community.
� Manage the time-tabling and other practical matters of the School efficiently and effectively.
� Implement the Maple Bear program according to the requirements laid out in the franchise
agreement and as advised by the Maple Bear Specialist of CEC Network Global Schools.
� Supervise the various instructional programs, devise plans for improvement and recommend
enhancements/changes.
� Recommend improvements to the School to the Maple Bear Specialist of CEC Network Global
Schools and to designee.
� Supervise the Canadian teaching staff and the Korean staff of the School. This will include
general supervision, staff development and staff evaluation.
� Consult with the Maple Bear Specialist of CEC Network Global Schools and the designee on
matters related to hiring, terminating, transferring, renewing staff.
� Work cooperatively with designee who will manage the budget of the School.
� Work cooperatively with the Assistant Director and designee in the smooth operation of the
School.
� Undertake other duties as assigned from time to time by designee or the Maple Bear Specialist of
CEC Network Global Schools for the success of the School.
� Cooperate with and follow the instructions given by the Maple Bear Specialist of CEC Network
Global Schools for the success of the School.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE:
� Execution of all duties in a complete and comprehensive manner in accordance with standard
Canadian educational institution methods and practices and Maple Bear standards.
� Supervision, development and evaluation of staff based upon a model to be developed by the
Director in consultation with the Maple Bear Specialist of CEC Network Global Schools.
� Evidence of the Director�s ability to develop a harmonious and productive �Canadian�
educational climate in the School.
� Evidence of sound program implementation.
� Evidence of educational quality and revenue generation.
� Evidence of financial responsibility.
� Evidence of good planning.
� Track record of outreach and new contracts.
� Effective management of space, time and material in the School.
� Evidence of cost effective promotion of the School.
� Evidence of initiative and leadership.
� Respectful treatment of all members of Company staff and Maple Bear Korea staff.
� Strict observance and compliance with all local laws, ordinances, customs, traditions and
culturally accepted practices.
� Compliance with all Company policies, procedures and directions.

JOB PAYMENT

Salary:
Salary up to approx. $70,000 CDN/year
Free round-trip air ticket provided
Shared coverage of medical insurance with the company
Private, modern accommodation provided