ESL Teacher

Oxford International Education Group•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oxford International Junior Programmes offers a range of summertime ESL programmes at carefully chosen centres in the UK, Canada, and the US. Our programmes aim to create a study experience of educational value, of cultural interest, and, of course, full of fun and memories to take home. This role offers the opportunity to work with students ages 12-18 from all over the world. Our Brooklyn summer program is based at the Long Island University, where students receive a combination of 15 hours English language tuition per week and a comprehensive programme of activities and excursions. The activity programme will include daytime and evening activities as well as half-day and full-day excursions to attractions and places of cultural interest. We are currently looking for staff for contracts of various length from end-of-June to early August 2026 (programme dates are June 28 – August 2, 2026). A limited number of residential positions are available. Full board accommodation included in residential position employment packages available.

Requirements

Strategies for effective teaching and classroom management of junior learners & commitment to student-centered learning.
Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to cope with changing priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
TESL/TESOL certificate from a TESL Canada approved institution or equivalent (eg. CELTA/DELTA). OR B.Ed, with experience in ESL teaching and team management.
A cover letter is required for this position. Please include a brief description of your experience teaching English Language lessons and your experience teaching junior learners.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging ESL lessons from the OIEG Junior Syllabus, in line with the standards set out in the Teachers’ Handbook.
Be the first resource for academic questions, both from students and staff.
Deal with student requests and questions regarding their levels and their progress.
Ensure that any student behavioural issues are dealt with appropriately, coordinating with the activity and residence staff as needed.
Assist the Director of Studies as needed, especially with our weekly testing and graduations.
Test students' English proficiency to ensure they are placed in classes that correspond to their levels.
Help coordinate a graduation ceremony each week for students finishing their course and ensure that each student receives a personalized graduation certificate.
Assist in placement testing and the required administration as dictated by the Director of Studies.
Ensure OIJP syllabus is delivered accurately and effectively to students.
Provide academic support and expertise to teaching team.
Answer academic questions from Group Leaders and students.
Assist in student & teacher inductions.
Assist in graduation ceremonies as needed.
Undertake essential administrative tasks e.g., the completion of class registers and work records; administer and mark course assessment tasks when required; and completion of end of course reports.
Monitor academic resources.
Additional Activity programme work, leading excursions and on-site activities, may also be available.