Essential Requirements
- You must have a CELTA, Trinity TESOL, or equivalent initial teaching qualification
- The role is open only to those with the right to work in the EU.
You must also be able to provide:
- A cover letter explaining why you would like to work with us
- A detailed and up-to-date CV
- A scanned copy of your CELTA or other certificate
- Your end of CELTA (or other) report (if available)
- Contact details of at least two professional referees, including your last or current employment.
We regret that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Job Description
We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed teacher for the coming academic year to join our friendly and highly motivated team. This full-time post is 20 contact hours of teaching classes of a variety of ages and levels from Tuesday to Saturday. Most weekday classes take place in the late afternoon and evening, although there are also a few in the morning or early afternoon. Saturday classes are between 09.00 and 13.00.
The ideal candidate will have:
- at least one years’ full-time teaching experience;
- experience of and enjoyment in working with young learners and teenagers, or a positive desire to start teaching this age range;
- the ability to inspire, manage and motivate students;
- the ability to work well in a team and show initiative and responsibility;
- a proactive and positive attitude to teaching, students and colleagues;
- the ability to communicate effectively and efficiently;
- an understanding of clients’ needs and expectations;
- good administrative skills (keeping records, writing reports);
- experience in teaching Cambridge PET and First exam classes.
"At IH Torres Vedras you’re fully supported by all your colleagues – teachers, academic managers, director and admin staff. Teacher Development is exceptional, and there’s an abundance of materials and resources, as well as years of knowledge at your disposal."
Other Benefits
Flights: Cheap flight if necessary at the beginning and successful completion of contract
Accommodation: The school will provide assistance in looking for accommodation
Holiday: 7 days at Easter, 8 days at Christmas, minimum of 2 days at Carnaval, and all local and national public holidays