ESL Teacher

CATS Academy Boston is an international co-educational boarding school based in Braintree, Boston. We offer a world‑class American college preparatory education, attracting students from around the United States and across the globe.

Students are guided to realize their full potential and attain admission to a top college or university in the United States. Focusing on the individual, we inspire excellence in academics, social development, and extracurricular exploration. We offer an exceptional High School experience for culturally diverse students in one of the best student cities in the U.S., driving success in academics, arts, and athletics.

We are seeking an English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor to teach different ESL levels to international students in a high school environment.

Educational requirements (preferably)

• MA TESOL to teach any ESL level
• MA/BA in English with ESL certification to teach mainly but not limited to Academic Writing and Research

All candidates should have previous experience working with international students. Strong preference will be given to a candidate who has experience teaching ESL in a high school environment. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Full‑time teachers at CATS Academy teach a full course load, defined as five classes and up to three preparations, serve as an advisor, and satisfy extracurricular (activities/athletics) responsibilities as defined by the administration. They plan, prepare, and teach well‑developed lessons that enthuse and inspire students and promote their enjoyment of learning. They differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and provide educational guidance and general counselling in a supportive manner that recognizes individual student needs.

• Register student attendance on a daily, class‑by‑class basis and supervise student behavior in accordance with the Student Handbook.
• Write reports on student academic and personal progress with clear formative comments and target setting. Provide assignments, grades, and feedback on assessments on a timely basis using school‑designated software (Canvas).
• Design and administer a range of lesson materials and assessments that reflect an awareness of different learning styles and language skills.

• Safeguard the welfare of all students for whom the school is responsible.
• Adhere to standards and procedures detailed in the Faculty/Staff Handbook.
• Attend academic, departmental, and school meetings when required and attend/deliver professional development sessions as directed.
• Attend school events (concerts, plays, sports contests, etc.) whenever possible to promote school spirit and support advisees.
• Satisfy study hall duties.
• Weekend duties as determined by the head of school, as needed.
• Satisfy extracurricular responsibilities as defined by the administration.
• Log requests for absences from work (sick days, personal days, special leaves, etc.) in school‑designated software (ADP).
• Participate in an annual performance evaluation process.
• Promote a positive work experience for all Academy employees.
• Assist in providing a professional and welcoming environment for all visitors to the Academy.
• Comply with any reasonable request from the Head to undertake other work not listed above.

• Treat students with dignity and build relationships rooted in mutual respect.
• Model the behaviors you expect of students in your own behavior.
• Remember that safeguarding student safety and well‑being is of primary importance.
• Maintain high standards of attendance and punctuality.
• Understand and act according to relevant Academy policies and/or national or local statutory frameworks.

• Accountability – takes responsibility, dedicated, committed, proactive, makes decisions
• Enthusiasm – flexible, responsive, can‑do attitude, honest, willingness to learn, positive in the face of challenges
• Creativity – new ways to improve, creates ideas and implements, looks at problems in different ways, solutions lead
• Team player – friendly, punctual, reliable, respectful of co‑workers, collaborates with colleagues
• Customer focused – approachable, helpful, shows empathy, welcoming, organized, attention to detail, courteous

• Bachelor’s degree
• Working knowledge, bachelor’s degree, or teaching experience in respective subject
• Citizenship, residency, or work permit

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• HRA, FSA, DCA
• 100% Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short and Long Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, 100% immediate vesting
• Free meals during the academic year
• Great co‑workers and students!

CATS Academy Boston is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any manner prohibited by law. We welcome employment applications from candidates of all backgrounds.