ESOL Teacher

Work with Amazon Valley Academy students in the areas of English aqusition and improvment.

Applicants should have a passion and enthusiasm for working with elementary school students as well as a desire to invest in their spiritual lives. A love of learning should be evident in the applicant's life, and he/she must wish to foster the same in his/her students. Duties will include:

• Motivate students to accept God's gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through their witness and Christian role modeling.


• Integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities.


• Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to his/her potential.


• Utilize valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of the school's philosophy.


• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.


• Other duties as assigned by the administration or necessary to run a safe and Godly school.

Requirements

• Possess a deep love for Christ and for students.


• B.A. or B.S. degree from a recognized University or College.


• Hold or pursuing appropriate professional credential, certification and degree.


• Two years teaching is required for all non-Brazilian citizens and permanent residents to qualify for a work visa.

About Amazon Valley Academy

AVA was founded in 1958 as a missionary school for foreign missionaries serving in northern Brazil and is presently managed by Believer’s Bridge, a U.S. mission organization. Over the years enrollment expanded to include Brazilian nationals. Today about 75% of the student body is comprised of Brazilian students. AVA is accredited by ACSI and MSA. Classes are taught in English and follow the North American style of education. To learn more about AVA, visit: http://www.amazonvalleyacademy.org