Job Description
Job Description:
Job Title: EAL Teacher
Reports to: KS Coordinator
Department & School: Teaching / Broadoaks British School
JOB PURPOSE
To provide specialised English language instruction to pupils for whom English is not their first language, supporting their academic success and integration into the school community.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The EAL Teacher will work closely with pupils, SEN teachers and parents to deliver tailored language support, promoting linguistic and cultural diversity within the school.
RELATIONSHIPS
The EAL teacher is selected by the Director of Schools in consultation with the HOS/KSC and HR.
The EAL teacher will report directly to the KS Coordinator. However, in the absence of the KSC, he/she will report to the HOS/DHOS who will also provide strategic leadership and day to day oversight. The EAL teacher works closely with other teachers, support teachers (SEN), pupils; and collaborates with parents/guardians, external language support services where required.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and deliver engaging EAL lessons to individuals or small groups
• Develop and implement personalised language learning plans
• Assess pupil progress and adjust instruction
• Adapt curriculum materials for EAL pupils
• Provide in-class support and guidance
• Collaborate with teachers to modify assessments
• Identify and address language barriers
• Foster cultural awareness and understanding
• Regularly update parents on pupil progress
• Offer guidance to parents on supporting EAL pupils at home
• Maintain a well-organised and stimulating EAL learning environment
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development
• SAFEGUARDING
• Broadoaks British School is committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of all children and young people in our care. All staff have a key role and responsibility in this area.
• Assessment, Recording and Reporting
• Assess how well learning objectives have been achieved and use outcomes to adapt teaching accordingly;
• Provide quality marking and feedback and identify clear targets for future learning as appropriate
• Carry out assessment cycles (e.g., collection of effort and attainment assessments, reports) as agreed by the school.
• Be familiar with the Code of Practice for identification and assessment of Special Educational Needs and keep appropriate records on Individual Education Plans for pupils.
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)/ TRCN
- Degree in English or related subject (e.g., linguistics, literature)
- TEFL or TESOL certification, or an equivalent EAL teaching qualification, is desirable.
- 2 to 3 years experience teaching EAL in a British school setting (desirable)
- Good working knowledge of the National curriculum and EAL frameworks
- Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with pupils of varying age ranges
- Ability to adapt to diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
- Experience with language learning software and technology
- SEN experience or training
WORKING LANGUAGE
English
WORKING HOURS
Monday through Friday from 7.20am to 4.00pm; work on selected Saturdays may be required to cover staff training and community outreach.
LOCATION
Abuja, Nigeria