English Teachers - United Kingdom - Oxford International Education Group

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    English Language Teacher - Brighton Scool Starting date: ASAP
    Must be able to commit to teach for the entirety of Junior Summer School (1st July – 9th August 2024)

    To teach English to groups of junior and adult students following a syllabus and using materials appropriate to the students and course type.

    Teaching
    Prepare lessons using materials provided for Junior Summer School as directed, but also adapting and supplementing as required to meet student needs
    Teach junior classes in the Brighton School
    Effectively manage students and their behaviour (with the support of the Academic Management Team)
    Be observed by members of the AMT for the purposes of professional development and quality control and by TESOL trainees as part of OIEG's Teacher Training provision
    Teach morning and afternoon classes; Provide testing when required
    Monitor student attendance and alert the AMT to any absences where required (e.g. under 18, when worrying, or more than 3 days)
    Complete any other administrative tasks required for the effective operation of the school

    Attend staff induction prior to the start of the contract
    Complete welfare and safeguarding training, and any other non-teaching training required
    However, teachers are expected to take a strong interest in and responsibility for their own CPD as an English language teacher, with the support of the AMT
    Dress appropriately for the role at all times (smart casual and not revealing) 2

    • Abide by the school systems and procedures as outlined in the Teacher Manual
    Contribute positively to the inclusive atmosphere of the school by working collaboratively with students and staff
    Undergo an Enhanced DBS disclosure check or overseas equivalent

    Trinity CertTESOL or Cambridge CELTA
    Undergraduate degree (*not a requirement for a candidate with a Level 7 qualification or working towards this qualification)
    Trinity Diploma TESOL/Cambridge Delta
    Other relevant teaching qualification (such as CELTYL)

    Demonstrable English language proficiency (CEFR C2, IELTS 8.Demonstrable knowledge of effective language teaching and learning strategies
    Experience of delivering English language lessons to groups of junior and adult students
    Experience of working with students from a diversity of cultures and language backgrounds
    Experience of teaching IELTS/FCE/CAE/Business/EAP courses
    Willingness and ability to use a variety of teaching strategies and methods
    Willingness and ability to teach effectively online and face to face
    Willingness and flexibility to teach mornings and afternoons

    Personal qualities

    Is resilient, flexible and responds positively to new challenges and actively seeks solutions
    Has a strong interest in their own professional development

    Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service, as this job involves working with children.

    Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.