EAL Teacher (Location: Mountbatten)

Job Description

● Be a key team member in a growing department within the school

● Plan and prepare courses and lessons so that effective teaching takes place within the classroom for EAL learners across the school

● Teach according to the educational needs of the pupils across age and ability ranges

● Develop pupils language and confidence in using English in an educational setting

● Promote the use of Information Technology within the curriculum;

● Set and mark pupils’ work and keep a record of pupils’ performance as is required for internal assessment

● Advise non-specialist teachers on the best techniques to use with EAL learners.

● Report through reports the progress, attainments and efforts of the pupils in accordance with agreed School policy

● Assist in the production of reports and testimonials as needed from time to time during the year

● Be an advocate for EAL by developing new courses, teaching methods and materials as is appropriate;

● Take care of the teaching resources that are made available as well as advising on the purchase and development of further materials that will have a direct impact on students

Person specification

● The candidate should hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent, which is obtained from a recognised University or College involving not less than 3 years full time study

● At least 2 – 5 years relevant professional teaching experience

● IB courses and training are highly valued at the appropriate level

● Knowledge of or willingness to acquire knowledge of inquiry based learning

● A commitment to the safeguarding of students

● Understanding of effective teaching and learning theory and practice of providing effectively for the individual needs of all children through classroom organization, differentiation and learning strategies

● Actively integrate existing and new technology into the classroom experience to enhance and extend the learning of students

● Be an excellent classroom practitioner

● Experience of communicating effectively with a school community

● International experience is desirable

● Experience working within a specialist EAL and SEND provision

● Experience of/and or leadership training within a school context is favourable

Attributes

● Conscientious and able to focus on completing work to a consistently high standard

● Adaptable and positive mindset

● Strong organisational and time-management skills

● Ability to meet deadlines

● Proactive nature and willingness to contribute to a team environment

● Self-motivated and enthusiastic

● Ability to work independently

● Continually strive for improvement