TEFL Intervention Cover Teacher

We are looking for an adaptable, experienced and committed TEFL Intervention/Cover teacher who has high expectations of children’s learning and a passion for working with young people. The successful candidate must be a native English speaker and able to demonstrate clear spoken English, excellent classroom practice, the ability to motivate students, and a willingness to work in partnership with the staff team. Position starts in January 2025. Amnuay Silpa School, Bangkok. Starting May 2026.

Benefits

• A two year contract (renewable)
• A competitive salary starting 62,500 baht
• Private medical insurance
• All visa and work permit expenses covered
• End of service gratuity (depending on performance appraisal)
• An inclusive and well-resourced school
• Small classes
• Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Native English speaker
• Be currently in Bangkok, Thailand (desirable)
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and highly committed
• Bachelor's degree
• Relevant TEFL qualification (Cambridge CELTA/DELTA, Trinity CertTESOL or equivalent)
• Some knowledge of the England & Wales curriculum (desirable)
• Minimum of one years teaching/support experience (desirable)
• Previous experience working in Thailand (desirable, but not essential)

Application

Please apply using the form below. Complete and informative CVs or resumes are welcome. Further information about the school can be found at www.amnuaysilpa.ac.th. Interviews will be held in Bangkok or via Google Meet during March 2065.

Responsibilities

This job description may be amended at any time following discussion between the Headteacher and a member of staff and will be reviewed annually.

Teaching and class management

• Establish and maintain a safe, purposeful working atmosphere which supports learning and in which pupils feel secure and confident.
• Set high expectations for pupils’ behaviour, maintaining a good standard of discipline through well-focused teaching and positive, productive relationships.
• Provide clear structures for lessons, maintaining pace, motivation and challenge.
• Create a safe and stimulating environment where displays support learning and celebrate pupils’ progress and achievements.
• Use a variety of teaching methods to develop pupils’ thinking through the Thinking School Programme; structure information clearly, outline learning intentions and summarise key points; instruct, demonstrate and give accurate, well-paced explanations using appropriate vocabulary; use a range of effective questioning, listen carefully to pupils and address errors and misconceptions.
• Select, modify or create appropriate learning resources and develop study skills through use of the library, ICT and other resources.
• Ensure pupils acquire and consolidate knowledge, skills and understanding appropriate to the subjects taught.
• Critically evaluate teaching to improve effectiveness.
• Promote the general progress and well-being of all children in the school.

Planning

• Identify clear teaching and learning objectives and specify how these will be taught and assessed.
• Communicate and co-operate with class teachers regarding pupil progress.
• Set tasks, including homework, which challenge pupils and ensure a high level of interest.
• Set appropriate and demanding expectations for pupils’ learning, motivation and presentation of work.
• Set clear targets building on prior attainment.
• Identify and differentiate the needs of individuals and groups within the class, taking note of Individual Education Action Plans.
• Make effective use of assessment information when planning lessons and plan opportunities to contribute to pupils’ thinking and pastoral care.

Monitoring, assessing, recording and reporting

• Assess how well learning intentions have been achieved and use assessments to improve teaching.
• Mark and monitor pupils’ work and set targets for progress in line with school policy.
• Assess and record pupils’ progress systematically, keeping records to check understanding and completion, monitor strengths and weaknesses, inform planning and recognise the level at which pupils are working.
• Provide or contribute to oral and written assessments, reports and references relating to children, including reporting to parents.

Other professional requirements

• Support the aims and objectives of the school and uphold all school policies.
• Establish effective working relationships and set a good example through presentation and personal and professional conduct.
• Endeavour to give every child the opportunity to reach their potential and meet high expectations.
• Contribute to the life of the school through participation in meetings and extra-curricular activities.
• Participate in performance management arrangements and take responsibility for professional development in relation to school policies and practices.
• Communicate and cooperate with parents and participate in administrative and organisational tasks related to the role.
• Effectively meet all deadlines and carry out other duties as reasonably required by the Headteacher.
• Participate in the development and promotion of whole-school EAL strategies.