Summer School TEFL English Teacher

EF Education First / Hult; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

EF Education First Cambridge Clare College Summer School seeks dedicated and outgoing TEFL English Teachers for Summer 2027. Join a dynamic team shaping young minds and fostering cross-cultural understanding through engaging lessons.

This full-time, non-residential role runs six days a week from late June to mid August 2027, with a minimum two-week commitment. You will teach 13–17 year-olds, maintain records, and contribute to EF's international learning community.

Qualifications

• CELTA or equivalent qualification required.
• Available between June and August 2027.
• Confident teaching learners aged 13–17.
• Right to work in the UK at commencement.
• C2 level of English.

Responsibilities

• Inspire international students to improve their English in engaging lessons.
• Plan, prepare and deliver effective lessons to diverse groups.
• Track attendance, assess progress and provide regular feedback.
• Maintain academic records and facilitate testing.
• Participate in teacher briefings and professional development sessions.
• Contribute to a collaborative academic team environment.
• Ensure delivery of a three-day, overnight residential programme in London at the end of the students’ programme.
• Act as an ambassador for EF.

Skills

Excellent communication

Sensitivity to international students

Teaching young learners (13-17)

Administrative & organisational skills

Education

CELTA or equivalent

Job description

Your Role

EF (Education First) Cambridge Clare College Summer School is seeking dedicated and outgoing TEFL English Teachers to join our team for summer 2027.

If you are passionate about shaping young minds, adept at engaging diverse groups of students and committed to fostering cross-cultural understanding, we would love to hear from you.

Position Details:

• Full-time
• 6 days a week
• Fixed-term contract between late June – mid August 2027 (minimum two-week commitment)
• Non-residential role

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Responsibilities

• Inspire international students to improve their English in fun, communicative lessons
• Plan, prepare and deliver effective lessons to diverse groups of learners
• Track student attendance, assess progress and provide regular feedback
• Facilitate testing and maintain academic records
• Participate in teacher briefings, staff meetings, and professional development sessions
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative academic team environment
• Ensure the successful delivery of a three-day, overnight residential programme in London at the end of the students’ programme
• Act as an ambassador for EF

Requirements

• Available between June-August 2027
• CELTA (or equivalent) qualified
• Excellent communication skills
• Sensitive to the needs of international students
• Confident in teaching young learners (13-17)
• Demonstrates a high level of customer service
• Has strong administrative and organisational skills
• All offers are subject to a clear enhanced DBS check and two references
• Right to work in the UK at commencement of employment
• C2 level of English

Why you will love working with EF

• Work in a truly international environment, with multiple nationalities in the classroom
• Boost your CV this summer with a world renowned organisation
• Exposure to business operations
• Regular social events
• Ambition is nurtured and post summer job opportunities are provided at our year round campuses
• Potential for summer‑to‑summer progression: Teacher - Academic Coordinator - Academic Manager
• Pre summer online and in person training
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
• Teaching materials and curriculum provided
• Support from experienced academics team
• Access to EF Hello language learning
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

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EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.

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