ESL Teacher & Cambridge Coordinator

EF (Education First); Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher of the Month award

Monthly CPD sessions

Tuition costs after 2 years

Free EF Hello app

Job summary

EF Language Abroad, Cape Town Campus, seeks an ESL Teacher & Cambridge Coordinator to teach General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation and SPIN courses to international students using EF’s blended learning approach. You will coordinate Cambridge English examinations from registration through results and adjust timetables during exam seasons.

You will foster a positive, inclusive classroom, support safeguarding, and manage exam administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years ESL teaching experience.
• Experience with Cambridge English Exam Preparation courses is preferred.
• Strong organisation and administrative skills with attention to detail.
• Full working rights in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Deliver General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation and SPIN courses to international students.
• Coordinate Cambridge English examinations from registration to results.
• Adjust timetable during exam seasons to support exam coordination.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment and ensure safeguarding.

Skills

ESL teaching

Cambridge coordination

Classroom management

Curriculum planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or related field

CELTA/CertTESOL/Delta equivalent

Job description

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (On-site)

• Full time
• EF Language Abroad
• Entry-Level
• Teaching

ESL Teacher & Cambridge Coordinator

EF Cape Town Campus

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken. Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real-world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

Are you ready for a dynamic role in a truly international environment?

As an ESL Teacher & Cambridge Exams Coordinator, you will use EF's curriculum and blended learning approach to teach General English, Exam Preparation and Special Interest (SPIN) courses to international students of varying English levels.

Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will coordinate all Cambridge English examination administration, ensuring that exams are delivered efficiently, accurately and in line with Cambridge regulations. During Cambridge examination preparation and exam seasons, your timetable may be adjusted to allow additional time for exam coordination and administration

Your Key Responsibilities will include:

General

• Plan and prepare lessons: You will deliver engaging General English, Cambridge Exam Preparation and Special Interest (SPIN) courses that meet the diverse needs of international students.
• Inspire language learning: You will ignite students’ passion for language learning by creating interactive, immersive, and meaningful classroom experiences that bring language to life.
• Academic administration: You will track student attendance, assess progress, and provide regular feedback to support each student’s learning journey.
• Classroom management: You will foster a positive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment where students feel safe, motivated, and empowered to participate.
• School Spirit: As part of the greater campus team, you will encourage students to get involved beyond classroom lessons, helping them connect through activities, events, and cultural exchanges.

Safeguarding and Welfare:

You will prioritize the well-being and safety of students, following EF’s safeguarding policies, and being ready to respond to any issues that may arise.

Cambridge Exam Coordination

• Coordinate all Cambridge English examinations from registration through to results.
• Liaise with Cambridge Assessment English, candidates and internal departments regarding examination arrangements.
• Manage examination entries, administration, timetables, speaking test schedules and required documentation.
• Ensure all Cambridge regulations, deadlines and quality assurance procedures are followed.
• Support and advise teachers delivering Cambridge Exam Preparation courses.
• During Cambridge examination periods, teaching hours may be reduced to accommodate examination coordination responsibilities.

Professional Development:

You will stay up to date with the latest ESL teaching practices, integrating innovative methods and technology to support student learning and growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• Full fluency in English (reading, writing speaking)
• All additional languages are a plus!
• Minimum two years experience as an ESL Teacher
• Demonstrated experience teaching Cambridge English Exam Preparation courses (B2 First, C1 Advanced and/or C2 Proficiency preferred).
• Experience with safeguarding and student welfare is preferred
• Strong classroom management and communication skills to support a dynamic and evolving student community (student participation varies from two weeks to one year)
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Teaching or similar/related field
• CELTA, CertTESOL or DELTA equivalent higher qualification is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus!
• Full working rights in South Africa

What EF offers:

• Teacher of the Month award
• Monthly CPD sessions
• After 2 years, tuition costs covered for prescribed courses (based on certain criteria)
• Free use of EF Hello: a premium Language Learning App

At EF Language Abroad we are dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.

About the Team

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives. We're dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken. Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real-world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.