English Language Support Teacher

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English Language Support Teacher - Starting as soon as possible.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an imaginative , flexible and resourceful teacher who has experience in providing in class and small group support for English Language Learners (ELL) in Secondary.

As part of our commitment to providing complete access to our mainstream curriculum for learners of English , we have set up intensive language programmes for students with developing English language skills. The support teacher will work in conjunction with the English support coordinator in order to support students transitioning to mainstream classes.

The successful candidate will meet with teachers on a regular basis in order to prepare materials that will support their students' learning and by pre teaching vocabulary and content for specialist subjects in addition to assisting them in class.

The position requires a thorough understanding of the process of language acquisition for the age groups mentioned above. As a Values-based Education (VbE) school , all teachers are expected to model our chosen values in their day to day interactions. The successful candidate will be organised, patient and resilient.

Minimum requirements:
- An Undergraduate Degree
- At least 3 years’ experience teaching in the primary and/or lower secondary school years
- Internationally recognised teaching qualification in English language support. Qualified teacher status preferred (e.g., Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) or equivalent international teaching licence.)
- Native English speaker.
- Commitment to Values-based Education and Enquiry-based Learning

Meritton British International School (MBIS) follows the Cambridge International Curriculum in the Primary and Secondary Schools. We are committed to Values Based Education (VbE) and Enquiry-based Learning.

The school is in an exciting phase of its development with many planned projects for expansion and improvement. For an energetic and enthusiastic teacher this will provide tremendous opportunities for personal and professional growth in a warm and supportive environment.

MBIS is located in the beautiful city of Chiang Mai, which has a rich cultural heritage and offers many opportunities to explore the impressive mountains of the north. With easy access to the rest of Thailand and an international airport nearby, the successful candidate will enjoy an enviable lifestyle in one of the top rated cities to live in Asia.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits based on your qualification and experience.

To apply, please complete a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the position.

Please note that this opportunity is for NES and, in exceptional cases, fluent non-native English speaking teachers.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.