EFL Teacher; Summer

Overview

EFL Teacher for a fixed-term Summer Contract 2026 at ALPADIA.

• Teaching:
  Ensure all language tuition is appropriate to a camp environment and in line with the ALPADIA curriculum; demonstrate sound knowledge of English and its linguistic systems; provide models of spoken and written English.
• Plan and deliver well-planned, engaging lessons aligned with course objectives and learning needs; adapt the syllabus to meet the needs of students at class and individual levels.
• Use a variety of teaching techniques and activities; provide opportunities for differentiation and production; maximise learning using ALPADIA resources.
• Foster a positive learning atmosphere, engage students, provide timely feedback, and assess learning through appropriate activities.
• Encourage the use of the target language in classrooms and bring authentic resources into lessons where appropriate.
• Manage the classroom environment to support safe, productive learning; maintain student discipline and welfare and report issues to the Camp Manager or Academic Manager as needed.
• Coordinate with the Camp Manager and Academic Manager to resolve student, agent, parent or stakeholder questions or concerns.

• Represent ALPADIA professionally and provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Understand procedural documents and ALPADIA policies; be familiar with British Council inspection criteria relevant to the department; participate in staff meetings and weekly professional development sessions.
• Engage in reflective teaching, participate in developmental observation, and maintain an open-door classroom policy.
• Prepare lesson plans when requested for observations or professional development; arrive on time for lessons; complete attendance and report absences according to camp procedures.
• Assist with placement testing as required; read, understand and sign relevant risk assessments; undertake other duties as deemed necessary by line management.
• Qualifications:
  
  TEFLI status (examples: CELTA, Trinity Cert. TESOL or equivalent); TEFLQ status (examples: DELTA, Dip. TESOL or equivalent); prior EFL teaching experience; experience teaching in summer camps or similar contexts; experience with teaching young learners; strong IT skills including MS Office.
• Other: ability to find and present solutions, use initiative, work well in a team, multitask, and adapt to a fast-paced camp environment; understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies.

• A great summer work-life balance with 15 – 18.75 contact teaching hours.
• A Monday to Friday timetable, with no working hours after 13:00 (13:30 on Wednesdays).
• A prepared yet flexible course requiring minimal preparation; dedicated academic management team and support staff.
• No residential, activity or supervision responsibilities beyond the classroom.
• CPD sessions with qualified Academic Managers; small class sizes with diverse nationalities; attractive bonus options for returners.
• Possibility of career progression within Kaplan International Languages; inclusive organisation with positive student and staff feedback.

• London Woldingham: 06.07.26 – 07.08.26 (shorter contracts available).
• Monday – Friday, 08:15am – 13:30pm;
  Residential or Non-Residential position with accommodation on site.
• Safety and wellbeing:
  Enhanced DBS check, 3x referee details and overseas conduct certificates where applicable.
• Equality and diversity: ALPADIA summer schools are for everyone.

Please apply via Smart Recruiters with your application, CV and cover letter. This vacancy will remain open until all positions are filled. Apply at your earliest convenience. Only applicants invited to an interview will receive a reply.

At ALPADIA Language Schools, we are committed to a diverse organisation and equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership. If you are a disabled applicant and would like to request consideration under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, please let us know using this form.