English as a Foreign Language Teacher

About Oxford Royale

Oxford Royale is a leading global provider of elite summer schools. Driven by a firm belief that education is about much more than a formal classroom, we offer young people unparalleled cultural and learning experiences, giving them a window to a world of opportunity.

Oxford Royale’s English as a Foreign Language (EFL) programme caters to students aged 13-15 and 16-18, aiming to improve their English proficiency through immersive and engaging lessons. We are seeking a CELTA-qualified teacher who can tailor their teaching approach to suit both age groups, helping students develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. The ideal candidate will create a stimulating learning environment that builds confidence in English for both academic and everyday contexts, with targeted lessons for younger and older learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and adapt lessons using the Teacher’s Guide, ensuring the content is age-appropriate and meets students' language abilities.
• Deliver dynamic, interactive lessons on grammar, vocabulary, conversation, and comprehension, encouraging active participation.
• Use various learning methods, such as group work, discussions, and role-plays, to foster language immersion.
• Assess students’ progress, provide personalized feedback, and adjust lessons to ensure continuous improvement.
• Mark assignments, provide detailed feedback, and complete student reports for both age groups.
• Handle administrative tasks, including maintaining registers and attending staff meetings.
• Encourage students to practice English in real-world scenarios to build practical language skills.

Position Details

• Programmes are two weeks in length, with options for 2, 4, or 6-week contracts available between July and mid-August 2025.
• Teaching takes place Monday to Friday, with varied timetables that could consist of morning or afternoon lessons, though hours may differ.
• Compulsory online and in-person training will be required before the start of the programme.
• Teachers are expected to adapt lesson plans and contribute their own expertise to the course.

Person Specification

This job would suit someone who displays the following key attributes:

• CELTA qualification is required, with experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL).
• Experience adapting teaching methods to both younger learners (ages 13-15) and older learners (ages 16-18).
• Passion for inspiring students to improve their English language skills and build confidence.
• Creative and energetic teaching approach, encouraging active participation and engagement in lessons.
• Fluency in English and strong organisational skills.

Essential Qualifications/Experience:

• First degree or equivalent (Level 6, QCF).
• TEFLI - Cambridge CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL (Level 5, QCF).
• Minimum 2-3 years of in-person institutional EFL teaching experience.
• Experience of teaching 13-15 and/or 16-18 age range EFL general English courses to groups.
• Ability to adapt teaching and material in mixed-ability groups.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience:

• QTS/PGCE and CELTA/Trinity or CertTESOL (Level 6/7, QCF).
• TEFLQ - DELTA and/or MA TEFL qualified (Level 7, QCF).
• Experience of teaching EFL short courses in a summer school environment.