English Teacher - Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Apr 06

Na'atik Language and Culture Institute
Mexico | Felipe Carrillo Puerto, Quintana Roo,

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Salary & Benefits:

Job Type: Full Time

About the Job

We seek creative and competent applicants who would thrive in a bustling environment where high-quality education and community are priorities.

Purpose of Role: To teach high-quality English language through classes, our English language library, extracurricular activities and intercultural events to foster cross-cultural education. 

General Responsibilities

1. Plan and implement a regular schedule of English classes for students from ages 4 to adult and from beginner to advanced levels.

2. Work with the librarian for library visit planning and scheduling.

3. Assist in the planning and implementation of special events.

4. Maintain good relations with students, their families, and all members of the Na’atik community. 

5. Work in collaboration with other English teachers, the English Program Director, and other Na’atik staff members to achieve the mission of Na’atik. 

Specific Duties  

1. Plan lessons and develop materials and activities for 14 classes, approximately 23 contact hours per week. 

2. Provide parents and students with quarterly assessments of student achievement. 

4. Conduct regular assessments of student learning to improve instruction and assist student learning.  

5. Participate in all local promotions of the English Language Program. 

6. Collaborate in the planning, preparation, and execution of Na’atik special events, including but not limited to Halloween, Primary Camp Day, Teen Field Trip, and Year End Festival.

7. Plan and coordinate class parties for Christmas, Children’s Day, and other holidays throughout the year. 

9. Collaborate with the School Librarian and other staff members to facilitate library activities and regular circulation of library materials with Na’atik students. 

9. Welcome and include Spanish and Maya Immersion students to English classes to foster cross-cultural education and understanding.   

10. Write and submit end-of-year handover notes to the English Program Director. 

11. Work with other members of the English Language Program to maintain a clean and orderly work environment.  

12. Attend all trainings, orientations, and professional development sessions. 

13. Attend and participate in all required staff meetings.  

14. Work with the Administrative staff and Program Director to monitor student attendance and retention. 

15. Work with the Program Director to manage student behavior and promote good citizenship among the student body. 

Required Qualifications

• Native English speaker or equivalent

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited university

• A TEFL/CELTA/TESOL teaching certification 

• 1 Year of classroom teaching experience

• Adventurous and independent spirit

• Willingness to help organize and participate in special events and field trips

Preferred Qualifications

• Communicative Spanish 

• Experience working in the developing world

• Experience with development or non-profit work

Benefits

• Local Salary

• Furnished housing

• Use of bike 

• Four weeks of paid vacation

• Five hours of free, group classes or three hours of private Spanish or Maya classes with additional hours charged at cost

• Assistance with visa paperwork