The EAL Support Coach’s primary responsibility is to provide in-class support to EAL learners in different areas of the curriculum and deliver high-quality EAL lessons working collaboratively with the EAL department.
The EAL support coach is responsible to the Head of EAL and will be part of the EAL department who are responsible for the delivery of English Support in Key Stage 3 and English as a Second Language at IGCSE level.
Personal Specifications :
- Emotional and social intelligence
- Decision making and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, parents, administrative staff and the SLT
Specific Duties and Responsibilities :
Supporting EAL students with their learning of EnglishProvide support to EAL students in an in-class setting, working with the class teacher to differentiate activities and encourage the use of EAL strategiesProvide after school support sessions to students requiring more intensive EAL instructionEnsure effective teaching and management of EAL classes, groups and individuals so that objectives are met, progress and challenge are maintained and the best use is made of teaching timePlanning :
Identify clear teaching objectives, content, structures and sequences of lessons appropriate to the educational needs of the pupilsProvide assistance to classroom teachers with regards to strategies for teaching EAL learners, adapting resources in advance of lessons to ensure that EAL learners can access the curriculumAssessment and Reporting :
To assess pupils’ achievements and progress in accordance with agreed policies and proceduresWith the Head of EAL and the EAL teachers, recommend students for support and contribute to decisions regarding students’ readiness to enter the mainstream curriculum based on data and observationsRequirements :
Bachelor's Degree, English teaching qualification / TOEFL or TESLSJIIS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we hold ourselves to a high standard concerning safer recruitment policy and processes.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
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