International Schools Partnership Careers

ISP EAL Teacher Role Profile

Purpose of Role

Provide strategic development of APS’ EAL provision and oversight of the day-to-day operation of that policy with the aim of raising students with EAL needs to meet individual requirements that have been set out for them.

ISP Principles

Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.

Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.

Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.

Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.

Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP EAL Teacher Key Responsibilities

1. Pupil Support

• Assess and support students with EAL and provide small group support to help them acquire and develop English language skills.
• Have high expectations and commit to raising the students’ educational achievement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to raise standards by sharing effective practice.
• Liaise effectively with parents or carers and provide support to targeted EAL pupils to raise achievement and enable them to overcome barriers to learning.
• Identify the needs of students requiring extra support and support the development of individual targets and intervention plans.
• Work in either one-to-one or small group settings with targeted students to help them to progress in terms of their EAL needs.
• Lead small focus intervention groups in related to study skills, organisation, emotional wellbeing and motivation for EAL learners.
• Provide extra support to students through knowledge of a range of activities and opportunities available to them.

1. Administration

• Maintain accurate student records and prepare written reports and evaluations.

1. Other Expectations

• Develop a range of study support activities, such as homework clubs.
• Support the transition of pupils between phases.
• Contribute to the development of activities to encourage family involvement in the school.
• Participate in the school’s performance appraisal scheme fully and positively to develop and enhance personal and service performance.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested/assigned as required by the Principal or Senior Leadership Team (SLT) especially regarding the school’s administrative functions.
• To ensure that school policies including those related to Safeguarding, Race Equality, Equal Opportunities, Code of Conduct, and Health & Safety are adhered to.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Possess a degree plus teaching qualification or its equivalent.
• TESOL, CELTA, TESMC or any other English Language teaching certification.
• Evidence of continued relevant professional development experience desirable.
• Previous EAL teaching experience in an international school required.
• Experience in teaching learners with diverse language and learning needs required.
• Ability to demonstrate using technology in learning.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in similar role.
• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• Highly motivated, takes initiatives, energetic, disciplined and responsible.
• Passionate about teaching and learning with a genuine desire to work with peers and students.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with groups and develop a sense of community and generate trust.

Person Specification

• Patient, responsible, passionate about teaching.
• A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department.
• Must be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people they are responsible for or encounter.
• Ability to challenge, motivate and empower students.
• Ability to recognize the needs of students and raise standards.
• Ability to manage resources efficiently.
• Ability to listen to students and help seek solutions and ways forward including helping to resolve conflict situations.
• Commitment to inclusion for all.
• Excellent grasp of new technology and its potential to support learning.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to working as a team player.
• Commitment to supporting and promoting the extracurricular life of the school.
• Must have personal integrity and the drive to do what is best for students.

ISP Leadership Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Leadership Competencies in all that you do.

1. Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player, developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to solve problems and maximise opportunities.

1. Learning & Getting Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback; supporting others in their continual learning, development and growth.

1. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of creation through to completion.

1. Outcome driven. Can be counted on to find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is focused on KPIs.

1. Resilience. Can deal with setbacks and challenges calmly and effectively.

1. Community Focus. Is committed to meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of our students and their families.

1. Integrity & Ethical Management. Has the ability to work ethically and with integrity; helps others feel valued; upholds and models the ISP Vision, Purpose and Principles.

1. Leading & Inspiring Others. Supports, encourages and inspires students, colleagues and teams so that they give their best.

1. Understanding People. Is a very good judge of talent, can objectively articulate the strengths and motivations of people inside or outside the organisation.

1. Influencing & Communication. Consistently informs, influences and inspires students, parents and colleagues through timely and effective communication.

1. Agile. Responds and adapts to changing circumstances; manages and solves problems by providing solutions in a climate of ambiguity.

1. Strategic, Commercial & Financial Awareness. Has the ability to apply understanding of the business and industry to improve effectiveness and profitability.

1. Planning & Decision Making. Makes decisions on the best course of action and then plans, organises, prioritises and balances resources to achieve the desired outcome.

1. Diversity & Equity. Has the sensitivity, awareness and skill to understand the values, behaviours, attitudes and practices across cultures that supports all children and adults to learn and work effectively.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history. 

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.