EAL Teacher

The British College of Gava (www.bcgava.com) near Barcelona is seeking to appoint an exceptional  teacher of EAL within the Primary and Secondary schools to start in August 2020. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our new purpose built, expanding school with exceptional facilities.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and well organised individual with excellent EAL subject knowledge who is able to strategise, plan and  teach our EAL provision throughout the Primary and Secondary schools. 

This is a full time position that would suit an EAL specialist with appropriate,  UK based qualifications and with previous experience in British/International  schools overseas.

We are a growing school looking for potential leaders as well as excellent teachers. The successful candidate will be a highly committed team player with the drive, energy and passion to develop this forward-looking school. Applicants must be willing to lead by example and play a full part in the school’s pastoral care with wider teacher responsibilities.  The deadline for applications is Tuesday 26 May. Please send a CV and accompanying letter of application to the Principal, Mr Simon Mower at simon.mower@bcgava.com . We will be conducting interviews by Skype as applications arrive so early applications are encouraged. General responsibilities: To prepare, provide and review class or subject based activities that maximize opportunities for student learning.To plan lessons by agreed deadlines in agreed formats and to ensure that copies of planning are available to interested parties. To show good subject knowledge and to share this with other staff when appropriate.To provide a stimulating ordered classroom environment where time and resources are used well.To respond promptly and constructively to pupils’ work.To involve students in the target setting process. To set homework that consolidates and extends classroom learning and that is based on individual need.To ensure the good behaviour of students and to develop within them positive attitudes towards peers, adults, property and school work.To maintain effective records of pupil progress and to ensure the transfer of up to date records when pupils change classes or school.To develop and maintain a good home-school partnership; to consult with and inform parents of the progress, attainment and attitudes of their children.To contribute to a whole school team approach  
Teaching Specifications: 

Appropriate, Serious, UK based EAL qualifications and experience.

Recognised Bachelor’s degree - essential 

Recognised Masters or post graduate qualification - desired 

Primary/Secondary school teaching experience - essential 

Knowledge and understanding of English National curriculum – essential

Knowledge of the IB programmes – desirable 

Right to work in the EU 

Compensation 31000 gross per annum. Support finding accommodation and loans for deposit and advanced rent if required. Local health care is excellent Temporary 4 night stay in local hotel on arrival