EFL Teacher / Cambridge Curriculum Teacher in Lecce

International House World Organisation Ltd

Puglia

Hybrid

EUR 24,000 - 30,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

Cambridge examiner training

Professional development

Italian language lessons

Job summary

International House Oxford Group Lecce in Lecce, Southern Italy, is recruiting EFL teachers to join our team from September 2026. The school offers Cambridge International Curriculum teaching and a multilingual, supportive environment for growth.

Positions include up to 25 teaching hours per week across various ages; responsibilities include planning, delivering, and assessing lessons, with opportunities for professional development and off-site activities in Italy.

Qualifications

Degree required (BA/BSc or equivalent)
Must have the right to work in the EU or valid visa/work permit for Italy
CELTA/TEFL/TESOL-type qualification or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging lessons across age groups and levels
Monitor and assess student progress
Maintain high professional and academic standards
Participate in meetings, workshops and professional development

Education

Degree required

Job description

EFL Teacher / Cambridge Curriculum Teacher

International House Oxford Lecce

Lecce, Southern Italy
Start Date: September 2026
Positions Available: 10
Contract Type: Full-time
Degree Required
Applicants must already hold the right to work in the EU or possess a valid visa/work permit for employment in Italy.

Join Our International Teaching Team in Beautiful Southern Italy

Are you an enthusiastic, committed and experienced EFL teacher looking for a rewarding new challenge in Italy?

International House Oxford Group Lecce is currently recruiting two professional English language teachers to join our growing academic team from September 2026.

Located in the stunning Baroque city of Lecce in the heart of Salento, Puglia, our school offers a dynamic and supportive international teaching environment where teachers are encouraged to grow professionally while making a genuine difference in students’ lives.

We are a well-established language school and international Montessori educational institution delivering high-quality English language instruction and bilingual education to a wide range of learners, including:

Primary and middle school pupils
Teenagers
Adult learners
Business professionals

In addition to our in-school programmes, we also provide:

Off-site corporate training
PON/PNRR projects in Italian schools
Online and blended learning courses
Cambridge International Curriculum teaching
Our students study various subjects in both Italian and English, alongside Spanish as a second language, creating a truly multilingual educational environment.

The Role

The successful candidates will join a collaborative and motivated teaching team and will be expected to deliver engaging, student-centred lessons across a variety of age groups and levels.

Teachers are assigned an average of 25 teaching hours per week, generally from Monday to Friday, although some schedules may run Tuesday to Saturday depending on course requirements.

Teaching duties may include:

English for Young Learners and Teens
English for Academic Purposes
Business English
Off-site lessons in companies and state schools
Online teaching sessions
PON/PNRR funded educational projects

Depending on experience and qualifications, teachers may also teach ICT, Maths or Science to EAL learners in primary and middle school.

Teachers are expected to:

Plan and deliver effective lessons tailored to student needs
Monitor and assess student progress
Maintain high professional and academic standards
Participate in meetings, workshops and professional development activities
Work collaboratively with colleagues and academic coordinators
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Communicate effectively with parents, students and staff where appropriate

Professional Development

At International House Oxford Group Lecce, we strongly believe in supporting our teachers’ ongoing professional growth.

Eligible teachers will receive:

Training as Cambridge English ESOL Speaking Examiners/Supervisors
Continuous professional development opportunities
Lesson observations with constructive feedback
Workshops and seminars
Training on digital and e-learning platforms
Support from experienced academic coordinators
Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development

We are looking for teachers who are reflective practitioners and actively seek to improve and develop their teaching skills.

Our Teachers

Our teachers:

Understand their learners and adapt teaching accordingly
Inspire students to become active, independent learners
Demonstrate professionalism and reliability
Work collaboratively and supportively within a team
Value innovation and creativity in education
Continue developing their own knowledge and teaching practice
Contribute positively to school life and the wider learning community

Why Lecce?

Known as the “Florence of the South,” Lecce is famous for its Baroque architecture, Mediterranean lifestyle, beautiful coastline and warm community atmosphere.

Living in Salento offers:

A high quality of life
Excellent food and culture
Affordable living compared to larger Italian cities
Easy access to travel throughout Italy and Europe

If you are hardworking, adaptable, enthusiastic and ready to become part of an ambitious international school community, we would love to hear from you.

Join International House Oxford Group Lecce and help shape the future of English language education in Southern Italy.

About the school and city

About the School

Our busy, modern, well-equipped school is situated in the beautiful historical town of Lecce, in the Salento region of Puglia in South Italy. It is an ideal base to explore the coast as well as the countryside and experience the Southern Italian lifestyle.

You must have a CELTA, Trinity TESOL, or equivalent initial teaching qualification
The role is open only to those with the right to work in the EU.
You must have a degree (e.g. BA, BSc)
You must have full mastery of English across all 4 skills to CEFR C2/IELTS band 8
Minimum two years’ teaching experience
Proven ability to teach learners of different ages and abilities
Experience teaching Very Young Learners and teenagers
Strong classroom management and communication skills
A professional, flexible and positive attitude
A genuine passion for teaching and learning

Preferred Experience & Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with: