Description of the position:
Are you ready for a new challenge in a young, dynamic organization that connects differences between Czech and English language, culture and experience? We are seeking passionate and qualified native English-speaking teacher to join our devoted team Prague, Czech Republic. We DO NOT HAVE a big, rigid organisation with lots of red tape and administration work.
What we DO offer is a unique opportunity to contribute to further development of our programme for 6-11age group children, where we combine Czech state school curriculum with project based lessons and English language classes. You will be teaching (i) English to prepare the pupils for passing Cambridge English tests (YLE) and (ii) project based lessons according to our curriculum and (iii) teaching older children English.
In addition to your support of in-class teaching, the working hours would also include preparation work, parent meetings, preparation of weekly reports, daily communication with an English teacher, staff meetings, communication with parents and extracurricular activities such as Christmas market, Halloween, work shops, orientation week, 3 Saturdays ´ field trips, etc. The position is full time.
Location:
The school is located in beautiful suburbs of Prague only about 30 minutes by public transport from the city center. The class will have between 20 to 24 children and for most of the classes there will be a teacher´s assistant. Starting date is August 2025.
A must have:
A university degree
Recognized teaching qualification
Native English speaker
Previous teaching experience
Passion for working with children
Creative, orzanized and flexible
About us:
We are a young, dynamic organization providing English programmes in bilingual classes (Czech-English) in Czech state elementary schools. We pride ourselves on a family like atmosphere and great team spirit. You will receive substantial support from our small, dedicated team in both your teaching role and relocation if appropriate.
What we offer:
Competetive salary package plus performance related bonuses
8 weeks of paid holidays
Team building and training courses
Career development and curriculum input opportunities
Interaction with Czech teachers and Czech curriculum
Assistance with the administration connected with living abroad (full visa, tax and relocation support)
Subsidized on-site lunches
Please send your cover letter and CV to hr@young-hippocampus.cz by February 27th, 2025.