EFL Teacher (Academic English & EAP)📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
English Path, a global English language school and pathway provider, is seeking an experienced EFL Teacher specializing in Academic English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The school's mission is to enable opportunity through communication in a common language, aiming to be an accessible and innovative provider of English language education. This role involves delivering engaging lessons, preparing students for the linguistic and academic demands of higher education, and fostering critical thinking, study skills, and academic confidence.
The primary teaching focus will be on Pre-sessional and Academic English (EAP), with potential for General English instruction based on experience. The role requires creating a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that encourages curiosity and independent learning habits to support students transitioning into higher education.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver student-centered lessons focusing on reading, writing, listening, speaking, and academic vocabulary.
- Develop essential academic skills such as paragraph writing, skimming & scanning, and active listening.
- Ensure lessons align with course outcomes and English Path academic standards.
- Address common language challenges, particularly for Arabic-speaking learners.
- Teach advanced academic skills including essay writing, structure, referencing, paraphrasing, critical thinking, and data analysis, where qualified.
- Prepare students for seminars, research tasks, and independent study, familiarizing them with global academic conventions.
- Create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
- Encourage intuition, curiosity, and independent learning habits among students.
- Support students during their transition into higher education systems.
- Assess student work against established criteria and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Maintain accurate student records and uphold academic standards.
- Contribute to the development of teaching materials, placement testing, and progress tracking.
- Participate in quality assurance processes, continuing professional development (CPD), training, and academic planning.
- Support Academic Managers with academic and administrative tasks.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree is essential.
- CELTA, Trinity CertTESOL, or an equivalent qualification is essential.
- A DELTA, DipTESOL, or MA TESOL/Applied Linguistics is desirable.
- 2-3 years of post-CELTA teaching experience is required, ideally in General English and Academic English/EAP.
- Experience in the Middle East or with Arabic-speaking learners is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of communicative language teaching methodologies.
- Familiarity with IELTS, Cambridge, and other academic English assessments.
- Confidence in using digital tools and Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) such as Moodle and Canvas.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in a global environment.
- A commitment to professional development and mentoring others.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Academic English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction.
- Proficiency in teaching reading, writing, listening, speaking, and academic vocabulary.
- Skills in teaching paragraph writing, skimming & scanning, and active listening.
- Ability to teach essay writing, structure, referencing, paraphrasing, critical thinking, and data analysis.
- Knowledge of communicative language teaching methodologies.
- Familiarity with IELTS and Cambridge English Assessments.
- Competence in using digital tools and Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) including Moodle and Canvas.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Commitment to professional development and mentoring.
Work Location and Type
This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. English Path is committed to equal opportunities, inclusive practices, environmental responsibility, and health & safety excellence across all its campuses.
Requirements
- Requires 2-5 Years experience
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