ELD Teacher (Maternity Cover)

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 118 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 90,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Sotogrande International School is seeking a knowledgeable and enthusiastic teacher to join our highly successful English Language Development team in Secondary. This will be a Maternity Cover from April 2025 to January 2026.

The successful applicant will be an inspiring English language acquisition teacher, as well as being able to offer effective curriculum support to raise the achievement of our students with English as an additional language, adapting schemes of work and developing scaffolded resources.

They will be a dynamic communicator who can develop effective relationships with staff, students and parents to impact positively on the inclusive, intercultural ethos of our school and empower students to reach their full potential. Knowledge of MYP and DP programmes is desirable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Deliver engaging and differentiated English language acquisition lessons to secondary students, incorporating a variety of instructional strategies and resources to meet the diverse needs of learners.
2. Design and implement unit plans, lesson plans, and assessments, ensuring that learning objectives are clearly defined and scaffolded appropriately.
3. Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel empowered to take risks, express themselves confidently, and develop their language skills through authentic communication.
4. Develop the academic proficiency of our English language learners to foster success across all curriculum areas.
5. Integrate language development across the curriculum, collaborating with subject teachers to support students’ language acquisition in other content areas.
6. Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their language proficiency, progress, and areas for growth, and work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents to support student learning.
7. Utilise technology effectively (We are an Apple Technology School) to enhance language learning experiences and facilitate meaningful communication and collaboration both inside and outside the classroom.
8. Stay abreast of current research, best practices, and developments in the field of English language teaching and IB education, and actively participate in professional development opportunities.
9. Contribute to the broader life of the school community through participation in extracurricular activities, school events, and collaborative initiatives aimed at promoting a positive school culture.
   
   

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Education, English Language Teaching, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
2. Teaching certification/licence or equivalent qualification
3. Experience teaching English language acquisition at the secondary level, preferably in an IB or international school setting
4. Familiarity with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) or Diploma Programme (DP) frameworks is desirable
5. Strong understanding of language acquisition theory, pedagogy, and best practices
6. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
7. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education
8. Fluency in English (additional language proficiency is an asset)
9. Experience with educational technology and digital learning platforms
   
   

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.