At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams. Are you ready for a dynamic role in a truly international environment?

As a School Director , you oversee all campus operations and staff, ensuring students have a safe, enjoyable, and high-quality experience abroad. The role also involves budget and facility oversight, close collaboration with global sales offices, and strong partnerships with external suppliers.

The School

Director reports directly into the Director of Operations for Canada.

Compliance & Policy: Ensure best practices are followed at all times in line with EF policy, local accreditation standards, and criteria.

Performance Management: Set clear team and individual goals / KPIs, track progress, and drive results through strong team engagement and accountability. Take responsibility for the health, safety, and duty of care of all students and staff, ensuring policies are followed.

Customer Service: Deliver exemplary service, meet student feedback targets, and ensure timely resolution of issues, complaints, and disciplinary matters.

Accommodation & Facilities: Monitor residential and homestay capacity for seasonal and long-term growth and maintain facilities and residences to a high standard.

Sales & Revenue Growth: Liaise with EF’s global sales network to support objectives; oversee in-school sales to maximize opportunities and exceed targets.

Flexibility & Additional Duties: Be available for some weekend work during peak times and share responsibility for the emergency phone duties. Full fluency in English (reading, writing speaking)



Previous experience in School Leadership and Campus management A Bachelor’s Degree in: Teaching, Education Management, or other related field All additional languages are a plus!

Free use of EF Hello: a premium Language Learning App Tuition Reimbursement for continued Education Exciting opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within 2-3 years At EF Language Abroad we are dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe. About EF Education First Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than hundreds of schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique. Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, São Paulo, Tokyo, Zürich, and more.

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For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding.

Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world. You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50, 000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.

Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education. EF has been recognized on Forbes 2025 and 2024 World’s Best Employers and 2024 Top Companies for Women lists, Fast Company’s 2025 Next Big Things In Tech, and was a 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact. At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another.

Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover current places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives. We're dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken. Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real-world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

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