Portuguese Teacher

St. Peter's International School; Palmela; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's International School is seeking a qualified Portuguese Teacher to foster language proficiency and a love for Portuguese literature and culture.

The role emphasizes active learning, progress monitoring, and engagement within a multicultural community. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Portuguese Studies or Education, have teaching qualifications valid for Portugal, and bring experience in international or bilingual settings.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese.
• Proficient command of English.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience in private or international schools is valued.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Portuguese lessons aligned with curriculum guidelines.
• Differentiate teaching for diverse language levels.
• Assess and monitor student progress with feedback.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Integrate ICT and inquiry-based learning in lessons.
• Participate in tutoring, councils, meetings, and clubs.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student development.

Skills

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Portuguese Studies or Education

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

St. Peter's International School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated, and qualified Portuguese Teacher. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching the Portuguese Language, fostering language proficiency, and instilling a love for Portuguese literature and culture. The ideal profile must seamlessly integrate active learning methodologies, closely monitor academic progress, and engage dynamically with our multicultural school community to uphold the high educational standards of the Inspired Education group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lesson Delivery & Planning: Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging Portuguese lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum guidelines (National Curriculum and/or international programs like Cambridge/IB).
• Differentiated Teaching: Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the diverse needs of a multicultural student body with varying language proficiency levels.
• Assessment & Monitoring: Systematically assess, record, and track student progress, providing constructive feedback to foster critical thinking and growth.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment focused on academic excellence.
• Educational Innovation: Integrate digital tools (ICT) and inquiry-based learning approaches to make lessons interactive and relevant.
• Pastoral & School Life: Actively participate in tutoring duties, pedagogical councils, department meetings, and extracurricular activities or school clubs.
• Parent Communication: Ensure clear, professional, and regular communication with parents and guardians regarding their child’s academic and social development.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Academic Background: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Portuguese Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, or Education/Teaching of Portuguese.
• Professional Qualification: Completed teaching qualification (Professionalization) valid for teaching in Portugal.
• Experience: Prior teaching experience, preferably within private schools or international/bilingual school environments. Knowledge of the Portuguese Ministry of Education programs is required; familiarity with Cambridge or IB programs is highly valued.
• Language Skills: Native or near-native fluency in Portuguese. Proficient command of English is highly recommended given the school's international and multicultural environment.
• Core Competencies: Strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, an excellent collaborative spirit, and the flexibility to adapt to different student age groups.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.

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Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com