English Teacher for Middle/High School

Rochester School; Fagua; On-site; COP 54,690,633 - 91,151,055; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Colombia is seeking an English teacher for Middle or High School to enhance language learning through innovative methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, excel in communication, and be adept at using technology. Responsibilities include empowering students in their learning journey and promoting an interdisciplinary curriculum grounded in real-world competencies. Flexibility and commitment to sustainability are also essential attributes for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in backward design planning based on desired results or learning outcomes.
• In-depth knowledge of best practice language learning methodologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Empower learners to be active, inquiring leaders of their own learning.
• Promote an interdisciplinary approach in language learning.
• Develop students' real-world competencies.

Job description

The preferred teacher of English as an Additional Language (EAL) in Middle School or High School will have experience in backward design planning based on desired results or learning outcomes, best practice language learning methodologies, including instructional strategies designed for English language learners, and formative and summative assessment. S/he will empower learners to be active, inquiring leaders of their own learning through essential and guiding questions and student-centered learning. Our curriculum promotes an interdisciplinary approach by grounding language learning in content from the Natural and Social Sciences and developing useful real-world competencies. The successful candidate will possess the following attributes:

• Positive, inspiring, enthusiastic and flexible
• Caring, kind, and service-oriented
• Internationally-minded
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Able to work collaboratively and relate well with others
• Self-motivated, innovative, and creative
• Adept in using technology, particularly with an iPad
• A systems thinker who can solve issues
• Organized
• A commitment to environmental sustainability.