English Instructor, American Accent

Job Description:

• Design and deliver engaging lessons focused on American English language skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing).
• Teach grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary, idioms and conversational skills through interactive methods.
• Incorporate cultural aspects of American English to enrich the learning experience.
• Use multimedia tools (videos, articles, audio clips) to aid in language comprehension and engagement.
• Monitor student progress through regular assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual or group needs, catering to different learning styles.
• Encourage active participation through role-play, discussions and real-life scenarios.
• Facilitate conversational practice and pronunciation exercises to build confidence.
• Track attendance and maintain accurate student records.
• Manage class schedules and coordinate session rescheduling if needed.
• Provide technical support for accessing course materials and online platforms.
• Provide periodic progress updates to students or parents.
• Address student or parent inquiries promptly through email or virtual meetings.
• Share recommendations for self-study and supplementary learning resources.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Linguistics, Education or a related field.
• TEFL/TESOL certification is preferred (or other ESL certification).
• 2+ years of experience teaching English (online or in-person), ideally with a focus on American English.
• Native or near-native fluency in American English.
• Strong understanding of English grammar, phonetics and American cultural nuances.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using online teaching platforms and virtual classroom tools (Zoom, Google Classroom, etc.).
• High-speed internet connection, a computer with a webcam and microphone.
• Familiarity with online tools, whiteboards and multimedia for remote teaching.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to be a part of a dynamic growth-focused tech startup.
• Great learning opportunities to develop new skills and understanding of cutting-edge software tools and processes.
• Opportunity to work closely with serial tech entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley.
• Fun-loving environment, caring teammates, and inclusive culture of the company.