TESOL ESL Teacher for International Student‑Athletes

Gondola; Geneva Township (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SPIRE Academy in Geneva, OH seeks a TESOL-certified ESL teacher to bridge language learning with athletics, and to guide internationally diverse student-athletes both academically and socially. The role emphasizes hands-on, interdisciplinary teaching that connects classroom concepts to real-world sports contexts.

The teacher will mentor students, collaborate with coaches and staff, and lead clubs while supporting study tables and mindset development. TESOL certification is required.

Qualifications

• Credentialed teacher preferred but able to hire right person with subject matter expertise
• Holds a current TESOL certification (required)
• Ability to mentor student-athletes and collaborate across departments

Responsibilities

• Teach five sections of hands-on curriculum spanning computer science, robotics, and product design
• Mentor as Academic Advisor for a group of students
• Collaborate with Sports Mindset, Student Life, Corporate Partnerships, Coaching Staff, and Event Management
• Partner with coaches to connect classroom learning to field, court, or ice
• Track student growth using data and keep parents and coaches informed
• Lead a club or special interest each semester (robotics, coding club, product design lab)
• Support Study Table rotations and seminar curriculum
• Attend athletic events and residential life activities as a positive role model
• Help drive students to school-related activities and trips
• Contribute to Mindset Development Project using hybrid teaching methods

Skills

TESOL

ESL teaching

Academic advising

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Teacher certification

TESOL certification (required)

Job description

SPIRE Academy in Geneva, OH seeks a TESOL-certified ESL teacher to bridge language learning with athletics, and to guide internationally diverse student-athletes both academically and socially. The role emphasizes hands-on, interdisciplinary teaching that connects classroom concepts to real-world sports contexts.

The teacher will mentor students, collaborate with coaches and staff, and lead clubs while supporting study tables and mindset development. TESOL certification is required.