English Teacher at Summerhill School
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Single accomodation included
About this Role
An exciting opportunity to work in the oldest children’s democracy in the world, with an aged mixed group of students (children aged 13-17). Teaching experience is essential, especially the ability to offer English to first and second language students up to a GCSE level. To offer English GCSE, Literature IGCSE, English as a Second Language GCSE and KS3 English, maintaining a beautiful atmosphere in the classroom and managing the school library.
- This position is full-time and live-in
- Single accommodation only
- Ability to work in the UK is essential
The ideal candidate would be:
- A dedicated English teacher with imagination and flair.
- An organised and self-motivated; able to work without supervision.
- Able to offer lessons to students of different ages and mixed ability levels.
- Possess the appropriate academic qualifications and the relevant teaching experience and the confidence and ability to be in sole charge of this crucial stage of learning
- Capable of keeping up to date regarding appropriate syllabuses, new methods, etc.
- Able to maintain a safe and attractive classroom environment, organising and managing the space including the school library.
- Someone happy to live and work in a multi-national community where many children’s first language is not English.
- Sensitive to the reasons that children may not want to attend classes.
- Tolerant of differences and willing to work cooperatively with other staff.
- Up to create a Curriculum Outline and a yearly Self-Evaluation.
- Willing to take a full and active part in the life of the school.
- Good sense of humour- essential!
- The courage to live in a community of children as an equal member whilst retaining a responsible attitude towards the children, staff and community in general
- Enthusiastic to embrace A.S. Neill’s unique educational ethos and broaden your knowledge if necessary.
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Contact Details
Montserrat Mejia Ortiz
0+44 (0)1728 830540
office@summerhillschool.co.uk
Summerhill School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:
- How/when did you first hear about Summerhill School?
- Why do you want to work at Summerhill School?
- Outline the skills and experience you have gained through work and other activities which are relevant to your application for the position. Include any relevant personal qualities.
- Give a brief outline of other interests/talents/hobbies and activities that you could share with the school community.
- What do you think you would gain from working and living at Summerhill?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell us to support your application?
- Do you hold a valid driving licence for use in the UK? Is it a full/clean licence? (If no, please give details)
- Are you legally eligible for employment in the UK? Please also confirm that on request you will be able to provide evidence.
Summerhill School
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