CatalanSpanish Learning Guide

Language Learning Guide /or Assistant Catalan & Spanish

Are you a passionate educator eager to shape the future of education

Have you been on the brink of leaving traditional teaching

Learnlife a network of international schools is seeking a Language Learning Guide / Learning Guide Assistant to lead and support Catalan and Spanish learning for 12- to 16-year-olds in our Village Hub in the Garraf region (Sant Pere de Ribes). Many of our learners are new to one or both languages and youll be their gateway to Catalan language and culture.

Our movement

At Learnlife we are committed to pioneering a paradigm shift in education. Our mission is to empower a love of learning by creating learning models tailored to the needs of todays and future generations. Get a glimpse of how we learn here.

Weve built 3 Hubs that host 300 school-aged learners in Barcelona.

As a Learning Guide you will help learners go from their first words to confident use of Catalan and Spanish and introduce them to Catalan and Spanish culture traditions and local life. Additionally you will play a key role in shaping a warm multilingual learning culture in this recently opened location.

Start date: as soon as possible.

Hours: part-time two full days per week: Mondays and Wednesdays 8:3016:30 at Rambla del Garraf 48 First Floor 08812 Les Roquetes Barcelona.

Your responsibilities

Language learning

• Lead and support Catalan and Spanish learning for 12- to 16-year-olds from beginner (A1) upwards with a strong focus on learners new to the languages.
• Run small-group and individual language sessions and track each learners progress.
• Design learning experiences that take language into the real world through the local community projects and partners.
• Introduce learners to Catalan and Spanish culture (traditions festivals music food and local life) connecting them with the community around the hub.
• Collaborate with other Learning Guides to weave language learning into projects and transdisciplinary experiences.

Hub life and learner support

• Support learners during lunch transitions and other sessions as part of the hub team.
• Help build a culture where every learner feels they belong whatever their home language.

Collaborative teamwork

• Work within a cross-functional agile team to develop and refine learning experiences.
• Engage in training sessions and coaching to support continuous professional growth.

Parent communication

• Serve as a point of contact for parents regarding language learning providing regular updates on learner progress.

Your experience

Required:

• Native or near-native Catalan.
• Native or near-native Spanish.
• Experience working with young people (1216 years) in an educational setting.
• English proficiency in speaking and writing as our internal communication is in English.

Strongly valued:

• C2 Catalan certificate or officially recognized equivalent.
• A bachelors degree in Catalan or Hispanic Philology or a related humanities degree with Catalan/Spanish language credits.
• The Masters in Secondary Teacher Training (Màster de Formació del Professorat) ideally in Catalan or Spanish Language and Literature.
• Experience teaching Catalan or Spanish to non-native speakers (e.g. aula dacollida ELE Catalan for adults).
• A qualification in teaching Spanish as a foreign language (ELE) or Catalan as an additional language.
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for Catalan and Spanish culture and traditions and connections with the local Garraf community.
• Experience in international (MYP) or project-based learning (PBL) environments.
• Other languages spoken by our learners.

You are:

• A coach mentor passion-pusher facilitator and curator meeting learners where they are.
• Someone who builds trusting relationships and makes learners feel safe taking risks with a new language.
• A self-starter who is resourceful self-aware adaptable and happy to pitch in wherever the hub needs you.
• An innovative mindset drawing from a wide range of learning methodologies to creatively meet the needs of diverse learners.
• A creative individual who brings their own passions into learning experiences.

Join Us!

Help us shape the future of education and empower the next generation of lifelong learners in the Barcelona region.

How to Apply

If youre ready for your next professional adventure please submit your application in English:

Your CV and/or portfolio

Any language certificates or teaching qualifications you hold

A short 1-minute video introducing yourself your interest in the position and your passion as an educator. Please upload your video as a URL where it says portfolio.

We look forward to your application!

At Learnlife our culture of creativity and innovation thrives on a diverse mix of minds backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive community where differences are valued and celebrated. Everyone (families learners core team members partners and investors) should feel safe to be their authentic selves.

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