Experienced EFL Teacher

* We are looking for a new team member who enjoys working and sharing with colleagues and genuinely loves teaching as much as we do!
* Full-time position for mostly in-house classes of children, teens and adults
* 25 hours directed time Monday – Friday,including maximum 23 hours of teaching
* General English classes and Cambridge Exam course

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:

* have a qualification at degree level
* be a native English speaker or possess native-level proficiency across all the skills
* be CELTA/TRINITY-Cert/BA TEFL qualified
* have proven experience in teaching EFL across all levels and ages
* be skilled in the planning and delivering of effective, engaging lesson sequences
* have consolidated experience in teaching Cambridge exam courses
* enjoy staying up-to-date with ELT pedagogy
* be an open and friendly team member, keen to share ideas and support colleagues

IDEALLY, YOU WILL ALSO HAVE:

* experience working in a European language school
* a keen desire to live in a small, non ex-Pat town off the tourist trail
* a real interest to develop your Italian language skills and fit into the friendly community here
* a driving licence

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US:

We are:

* an independent, non-franchised school with over 25 years of operating as the premium language centre in the area
* run by the founder and director, Sam Dyer, who, in addition to her 30 years plus of ELT experience, has a background in UK primary teaching and Special Needs Co-ordination
* members of the prestigious Italian Association of Language Schools – AISLi – and are inspected regularly to ensure we maintain our commitment of excellence in teaching, learning ,care and service to our students and their families and our team
* the authorised Cambridge Exam Centre for the local area with a busy annual calendar of Cambridge exams for internal and external candidates
* located in the centre of a friendly, pretty clifftop town

We offer:
* a friendly team of international colleagues who are are passionate about teaching and learning
* a working environment which prioritises teacher well-being and professional development
* a mentoring scheme, regular CPD sessions and opportunities for peer observations
* training to become a Cambridge Speaking Examiner with extra earning opportunities
* large, modern learning environments including student kitchens
* a well-stocked staffroom and a shared Stamford Team drive with all our in-house resources and planning
* the most amazing students who love to learn!
* a fabulous, safe small-town atmosphere, off the tourist-trail and with a great beach, views of Sicily and the Eolian Islands, a chilled weekend vibe and the lowest cost of living in Italy!

We require:

Degree and relevant experience
A recognised ELT qualification
3 years’ teaching experience
Native-level English across all 4 skills
Recent teaching reference contacts