Secondary English Teacher

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe ensuring over 95000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 30 countries Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each students academic and personal development in a progressive dynamic and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14000 employees you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the worlds most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development exceptional career opportunities and mobility across our group.

Cambridge College Lima is a leading international school in Lima Peru committed to providing an outstanding education that combines academic excellence with the personal development of every student. As part of Inspired Education the school offers a dynamic internationally minded learning environment where students are encouraged to think critically develop their talents and become confident responsible global citizens.

Cambridge College Lima is seeking an enthusiastic experienced and student-centred Secondary English Teacher to join our academic team. The successful candidate will teach English Language and Literature across Lower Secondary IGCSE and the IB Diploma working with bilingual students who study English at first language level. This is a role for a teacher who loves literature and is energised by helping able second language speakers reach the highest standards of written and spoken English.

• Create a stimulating and inclusive classroom environment that encourages curiosity critical thinking discussion and independent learning.
• Use a variety of teaching strategies and resources to meet the different learning needs and abilities of students.
• Assess monitor and track student progress providing constructive and timely feedback to support continued development.
• Use assessment data effectively to inform teaching and implement appropriate interventions when required.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement behaviour participation and engagement.
• Build positive and professional relationships with students parents and colleagues.
• Contribute actively to the wider life of the school including extracurricular activities school events trips and other initiatives.
• Maintain accurate academic records and complete reports and other documentation in line with school requirements.
• Promote the schools values and contribute to a positive collaborative and internationally minded school culture.
• Ensure the safeguarding wellbeing and pastoral care of students in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Plan and deliver engaging well-structured English lessons across Cambridge Lower Secondary IGCSE and IB Diploma courses aligned with the schools curriculum and academic expectations.
• Support students in developing strong reading comprehension written composition textual analysis and oral communication skills with deliberate attention to the vocabulary and idiom demands that first language assessment places on bilingual learners.
• Prepare mark and moderate coursework and internal assessment including IB Individual Orals in line with examination board requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum planning and the continuous development of the English programme.
• Contribute to enrichment beyond the classroom such as debate public speaking Model United Nations creative writing and the school production.

• A recognised teaching qualification or certification.
• Strong subject knowledge and the ability to deliver engaging and academically rigorous lessons.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to create an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• A student-centred approach with a genuine commitment to supporting both academic achievement and personal development.
• Excellent communication organisation and collaboration skills.
• The ability to use technology effectively to enhance teaching and learning.
• A proactive flexible and collaborative approach to working within an international school community.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people.
• A Bachelors degree in English English Literature Education or another relevant field together with a recognised teaching qualification such as QTS or a PGCE.
• Previous experience teaching English at Secondary level ideally within an international or bilingual school environment.
• Experience delivering Cambridge Lower Secondary English CIE IGCSE First/Second Language English and/or Literature in English and/or IBDP English A: Language and Literature or English B. IB workshop training is an advantage and training can be provided for the right candidate.
• A practical understanding of how to stretch second language speakers towards first language grades.
• Native or near-native fluency in English. Spanish is welcome but not required.

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.