EAL Teacher (Secondary School)

Job summary To provide the highest standard of teaching and learning to children with English as an Additional Language to ensure they can access the school’s curriculum effectively, and ultimately communicate fluently in English. Main Duties and Responsibilities The EAL Teacher is responsible for: Teaching and Learning To work under the direction of the school’s EAL Leader for Learning to provide EAL support to identified groups of lower secondary children To assess each learner’s needs and plan appropriate lessons, in collaboration with the class teacher and other support staff, to secure effective progress To liaise with class teachers to ensure maximization of cross-curricular links wherever possible, to ensure continuity of learning To provide additional support materials or adapt existing materials to suit the needs of EAL children that will maximize learning opportunities in the classroom. To provide class teachers with specialist support, resources, and advice as necessary To design lessons using up-to-date techniques commensurate with current best practices to ensure the delivery of a high-quality language program. To maintain high standards of teaching to ensure high-quality provision at all times. To create a safe and stimulating learning environment that encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. To contribute teacher-made resources to the school’s EAL resource bank To keep up to date with the latest training and strategies for EAL primary provision To set an example of excellence through exemplary classroom practice and personal professional conduct. Other Duties and Responsibilities To attend all parent-teacher consultation evenings as directed by the principal To maintain effective communication with parents To attend and support a parents’ information sessions To provide parents with information on how to support their child at home To be a good role model for promoting international-mindedness and cultural understanding within the community To contribute ideas/articles to the school newsletter, Class Page or Parent Portal as required To conduct admissions language assessments, as directed by the EAL Leader for Learning To provide prompt feedback to the EAL Leader for Learning and class teachers about the language abilities of new admissions To provide brief oral feedback to the parents after the admissions assessments To submit admissions data promptly to the EAL Leader for Learning To be fully committed to and supportive of, the school ethos To undertake playground/break time duties as directed by the Deputy Head Teacher Any other duties as reasonably requested by the Principal Qualifications Education and/or Experience:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. A high level of intra- and inter-personal intelligence Background in second language learning approaches and techniques Experience working collaboratively with academic subject-area teachers Fluent Azerbaijani and English language skills; both verbal and written essential with an appropriate qualification (C1) Prior successful experience working in a school setting is strongly preferred. Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Focuses on solving conflict positively; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; contributes to building a positive team spirit. Refrains from negative talk and gossip. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with children and the public. Understands confidentiality. Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use database software, internet software, e-mail, and word processing software. Ability to proficiently use the following programs strongly preferred: MS Word and Excel. If you are interested in applying, please send a cover letter with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to the e-mail address in theApply for jobbutton. CVs without cover letters will not be considered. In the subject line of your e-mail message, please mention the title of the position you are applying for. No information inquiries will be handled over the phone. Only short-listed candidates will be notified of the interview.