ELA

Cartagena International School; Cartagena de Indias; On-site; COP 24,000,000 - 48,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Cartagena International School seeks an English Language Arts teacher to design engaging, standards-aligned lessons developing reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills.

You will plan units, facilitate discussions, and provide individualized feedback while integrating diverse texts and media to support literacy. Collaboration with colleagues and families is expected as part of a supportive, inclusive school culture.

Qualifications

• ELA instruction with clear, standards-aligned lessons.
• Experience teaching in bilingual/international settings preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Strong communication with families and guardians.

Responsibilities

• Plan units and assessments aligned with standards.
• Facilitate classroom discussions and provide individualized feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and school initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with families regularly.
• Participate in school events and professional learning activities.

Skills

ELA instruction

Assessment design

Classroom management

Communication

Educational technology

Spanish helpful

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Digital tools

Job description

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site ELA (English Language Arts) teaching role located in Cartagena. The ELA educator will design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons that develop students’ reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills. Daily responsibilities include planning units and assessments, facilitating classroom discussions, providing individualized feedback, and integrating diverse texts and media to support literacy development. The role involves collaborating with colleagues on curriculum and school initiatives, monitoring student progress, maintaining accurate records, and communicating regularly with families and guardians. The educator is also expected to participate in school events, professional learning activities, and contribute to a positive, inclusive school culture.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in English Language Arts instruction, including reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary development.
• Proven ability to design and implement clear, structured lesson plans and assessments that align with educational standards and school curriculum.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create an inclusive, respectful, and engaging learning environment for diverse learners.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with students, families, and multidisciplinary teaching teams.
• Proficiency in using educational technology and digital tools to support instruction, assessment, and student engagement.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Linguistics, or a related field; teaching certification or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Experience teaching ELA at the primary or secondary level, ideally in bilingual or international school settings.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and reflective teaching practices.
• High level of English language proficiency; Spanish proficiency is an asset.