Activity Leader kids - Summer 2027

EF (Education First); Malta Township (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

EF Education First Ltd. is seeking an Activity Leader for Summer 2027 on Malta Island. You will guide international students aged 9–13 through exciting activities, ensuring their safety and helping them make lasting memories during their stay.

This role requires English proficiency (C2 preferred), a positive attitude, and the ability to work a rotating schedule six days a week from June to August 2027.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work June–August 2027.
• Fluent English required; C2 level preferred.
• First aid training is a plus.
• Experience with kids/teens is appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise student groups on activities like beach days, excursions, discos, and sports nights.
• Ensure students' safety and well-being, handling emergencies when needed.
• Create a fun, engaging atmosphere, encouraging students to make the most of their time on the island.
• Act as a mentor and support system, ensuring students feel comfortable during their stay.
• Work on a rotating shift schedule, 6 days per week, with new experiences every day.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

English proficiency (C2)

First aid

Experience with kids/teens

Job description

Picture this: sun on the Mediterranean, new friends from around the world, and every day full of adventure. That's the summer waiting for you as an Activity Leader for kids aged 9–13 at our Summer School. You will guide international students through exciting activities, help them make the most of their time abroad, and make sure their stay is one they will never forget.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and supervise student groups on activities like beach days, excursions, discos, and sports nights.
• Ensure students' safety and well-being, handling emergencies when needed.
• Create a fun, engaging atmosphere, encouraging students to make the most of their time on the island.
• Act as a mentor and support system, ensuring students feel comfortable during their stay.
• Work on a rotating shift schedule, 6 days per week, with new experiences every day.

Who You Are:

• Enthusiastic, organised, and a natural leader.
• Confident communicator, able to connect with and manage international student groups.
• Flexible, able to adapt to different activities and schedules.
• Proficient in English (C2 level preferred); first aid training and experience with kids/teens are a plus.
• Legally eligible to work in Malta (Maltese/EU passport)
• Available to work between June and August 2027, with contracts of varying lengths., including evenings and weekends.

Why EF?

• Develop leadership, communication, and organisational skills in a dynamic, international environment.
• A chance to kickstart your international career with a global company.
• Work alongside a diverse and passionate team, making a real impact on students' lives.

In line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970) and legal Notice 173 of 2026, the initial pay range for this role € 1200 to € 1600 gross per month.

If you have a “go above and beyond” mindset, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be the person who helps students create memories they’ll cherish forever, don't hesitate— to become an Activity Leader for Summer 2027!