Biology Teacher

EF Oxford

Part-Time – December 2024

EF International Language Campus on Pullens Road, Oxford is looking for a Biology teacher that would be able to teach Biology C1 and C2 at AS/A-Level (KS3/KS4) for our University Foundation Programme. This is a part time role, with around six and a half hours of class time per week.

Careers at EF | Open the world with us

EF Education First’s mission is opening the world through education.

A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers – creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel.

When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education.

The Role

EF ILC Oxford, EF UP and EF Executive School have a vibrant and friendly working environment. Using our own blended learning system to teach EFL, Syllabus-Specific Content for UP, and Tailored Courses at the Executive School, you will have an opportunity to teach students from around the world. We have a very strong academic team of senior and new teachers. Through CPDs, observations and peer observations we ensure our staff gain the skills required to cater for all our student’s needs.

The position is paid hourly, £23-£25 (based on experience) and the successful applicant will teach a total of 6 hours and 40 minutes a week, potentially all in one day/spread across the week. Specialist Modules run at different school terms, all terms are followed by an exam week with paid marking. Teachers are always free to pick some extra classes (if available) from other departments at EF Oxford. Lessons will be delivered in person at our Oxford Campus at Pullens Road.

The ideal teacher

• Hold a BA in the relevant subject (MA is desirable)
• Experience is a bonus, but not essential
• Teaching or tutoring experience in any setting
• CELTA qualification, but not essential
• Passionate, professional, dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic and flexible
• Highly motivated, proactive and positive, with a keen sense of initiative, who is able to take responsibility when necessary
• Keen interest in up-to-date teaching methodology and developments, with a strong desire to develop teaching skills and knowledge
• Able to encourage a positive and sharing attitude to both classroom and professional issues
• Sensitive to students’ academic & welfare needs

Why you will love EF Oxford

• Continuous professional development for all staff
• Work in a truly international environment
• Regular social events
• Ambition is nurtured and fast-tracked career enhancement opportunities are provided
• Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition
• Global career opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Teaching resources and curriculum provided
• Free access to EF Hello language
• Subsidised catering outlets
• Bike scheme
• Central location opposite Oxford Brookes University

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EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to Enhanced DBS checks and are required to provide two references (contacts). References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.