Do you have a passion for education? Are you bold, confident and charismatic? Do you love teaching classrooms with enthusiasm and fun? Careers at EF | Open the world with us EF Education First’s mission is opening the world through education.
A career with EF combines the support and opportunity of a large international organisation, with the spirit and energy of a small business. We look for thinkers and doers – creative, collaborative, and motivated people who are excited by education, communication, and travel.
When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries. In the UK and Ireland, our core presence is felt at our international language campuses and summer schools, where we welcome students from around the world to participate in language learning and cultural exchange. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and encourage you to open the world through education. Your Role Work with the support of a professional academic team and award-nominated materials to deliver the EF academic program to classroom groups of up to 17 students. You will be planning lessons that create an inspiring safe and supportive classroom environment where building your students’ confidence in using language and show them what is like to learn with EF is your primary concern. You will visit schools in the Portugal to showcase how a class with EF works and how a student learns with us, making them feel special, valued, and most of all wanting to be part of an EF school. Responsibilities Participate in EF training teacher program Following the EF Fast Track textbooks to deliver general English and special interest courses Next to planning and teaching classes Act as an ambassador for EF Requirements Excellent communication skills Sensitive to the needs of students Demonstrates a high level of customer service Has strong administrative and organisational skills Attend a training (prior to your contract commencing) C2 level of English Ability to travel within the country 2 weeks in February/March and 2 weeks in September/October Why you will love working with EF Continuous professional development Work in a truly international environment Staff are encouraged to innovate, take ownership of their ideas and bring them to fruition Global career opportunities External trainings on safeguarding and mental health first aid What do our staff say? ‘Diverse teaching team with mix of ages, cultures and interests’ ‘Lots of support from management’ ‘Materials provided so less prep time is needed’ ‘You are encouraged to take on as many challenges as possible, which helps you progress as a teacher and professional’ EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be followed up and will ask specifically whether there is any reason that the applicant should not be engaged in situations where they have responsibility for, or substantial access to, persons under 18. Upon interview all gaps in CVs must be explained satisfactorily and proof of identity and, where applicable, qualifications will be required. Appropriate suitability checks will be required prior to confirmation of appointment.
About EF Education First
At EF we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we have helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves. Our culturally immersive education programs—focused on language, travel, cultural exchange, and academics—turn dreams into international opportunities.
When you join EF, you join a multicultural and diverse community working across more than 600 schools and offices in 50 countries, all with one shared mission of opening the world through education. Whoever you are, whatever you are passionate about—we welcome you and want you to bring that to work every day. EF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, caste, parental status, identity, experience and everything else that makes you unique.
Founded in Sweden in 1965, EF has schools and offices around the world, including hubs in Boston, London, Mexico City, São Paulo, Shanghai, Stockholm, Zürich, and more. Learn more at https://www.ef.com.