English Teacher - OP01675

As an English Teacher at Dev.Pro, your primary responsibilities include conducting 15-18 individual and group classes each week, delivering a variety of IT-centric and exam preparation courses, and assessing the English language proficiency of our contractors. You'll also participate in team meetings, webinars, and educational workshops, providing tailored feedback to help students improve their skills and achieve their goals.

To apply for the English Teacher role at Dev.Pro, you need at least 1 year of experience teaching English to adults, a university degree in Linguistics or Philology, and an excellent command of the English language (C1/C2 levels). Familiarity with international language tests like Cambridge exams, IELTS, or TOEFL is also essential. Desirable qualifications include teaching credentials like CELTA or DELTA and experience in course development for diverse adult learners.

Dev.Pro is committed to the professional growth of its English Teachers. We offer access to various language and teaching certifications, including CELTA and Cambridge certifications, along with webinars and a wealth of learning materials. This ensures that our teachers are well-equipped to provide the best instruction to their students and to continuously enhance their teaching skills.

The work culture at Dev.Pro is inclusive, supportive, and aimed at fostering personal and professional growth. As an English Teacher, you will be part of a creative and ambitious team that values collaboration and open communication. Our remote work environment promotes flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, making it an ideal place to thrive while providing quality education.

At Dev.Pro, English Teachers are encouraged to provide constructive feedback based on an assessment of student performance. You will conduct assessments throughout the course, offer personalized recommendations, and engage in collaborative feedback sessions with other team members. This approach ensures a culture of continuous improvement and high standards in language proficiency.

When discussing your teaching philosophy, emphasize your beliefs about fostering a supportive learning environment, encouraging student engagement, and adapting your methods to diverse learning styles. Mention how you incorporate feedback into your teaching to help students achieve their goals.

Share your experience in differentiating instruction based on student needs. Talk about using tailored lesson plans, integrating real-life scenarios, and employing technology to keep students engaged. Highlight any specific tools or resources you use to assess needs and track progress.

Explain your process for assessing student levels at the start and how you design flexible lesson plans that include varying activities catering to all skill levels. Discuss the importance of using varied teaching methodologies to keep all students engaged and learning effectively.

Discuss any online teaching platforms you have utilized, such as Zoom or Google Classroom. Highlight your comfort level with technology, the tools you prefer for engagement, and how you adapt classroom activities for an online environment to keep students motivated.

Share techniques you use to maintain order and ensure a positive learning environment, like setting clear expectations, using positive reinforcement, and addressing issues with a calm and constructive approach. Illustrate your methods with examples of past experiences.

Describe specific assessment methods you use, including quizzes, regular feedback, and tailored exercises to monitor progress. Emphasize the importance of formative assessments in guiding your teaching practices and adapting to students’ needs.

Mention your familiarity with specific tests like the Cambridge exams, IELTS, or TOEFL. Explain how you design course content that aligns with exam requirements and provide examples of success stories where students improved their scores under your guidance.

Share a specific instance where you offered feedback, emphasizing how you balanced criticism with encouragement. Explain how your feedback helped the student identify areas for improvement and motivated them to continue learning.

Describe your approach to using current events, technology, and other relevant materials that resonate with adult learners. Highlight examples of how this strategy increased engagement and relevance in your lessons.

Discuss your passion for teaching and your commitment to helping students achieve their language goals. Share strategies you use to inspire students, such as setting achievable goals, celebrating their successes, and employing engaging teaching methods.