EAL Teacher

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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 small children and the public. 
• Understands confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with constant interruptions.

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. 
• Ability to type accurately and proficiently in both English and Azerbaijani.

Application procedures:

If you are interested in applying, please send a cover letter with a CV addressing relevant qualifications and experience to e-mail.

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.

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