Communicative Language English Teacher at NGO (Rural Cambodia) Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia Posted by: Smiling Gecko School Contact: natsun@smilinggecko-cambodia.org Location: Kampong Chhnang Province (60 km north of Phnom Penh) Start Date: Immediate – one year contract (renewable) Schedule: Full-time Salary: 20,000 USD (Net Income) per annum (all listed positions) Other Benefits: health insurance + dormitory housing (with a private bathroom & air-conditioning) + 3 meals per day + free weekend transportation to Phnom Penh Visa: Legal working visa & permit provided The Smiling Gecko Education Campus is located in rural Cambodia. The school serves over 500 children who would otherwise lack access to the foundational education they deserve to become fruitful global citizens. We are seeking a Communicative Language Specialist who has a heart for contributing to impactful development work in an economically vulnerable community. This is an ideal position for educators with innovative mindsets who are eager to learn, grow, and adapt. While formal qualifications & training are especially beneficial, we are open to considering applications from individuals with unique backgrounds, provided that they have at least a minimum of three years of teaching experience in a classroom setting. Mandatory Requirements: Native-level English speaker 3+ years ESL teaching experience at the middle school or secondary school level Well-versed in utilizing the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) to provide high structured speaking practice for English near-beginners and more open-ended speaking/writing practice for intermediate level English learners Strong skillset in planning project-based learning projects with clear end goals that provide opportunities for targeted topic specific second-language practice in English Eagerness to learn and grow professionally Willingness & ability to manage the challenges of living in a developing rural community Highly motivated to serve and support people Experience working internationally Ideal Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor's degree in English, education, or a related field Teaching certification 3+ years international experience in a developing economy Responsibilities: Facilitate speaking practice classes for students from grades 5 – 9 Assess student progress and provide individualized support Work with other teachers to ensure every student has an achievable learning path with consistent progress Prepare coursework, homework, exams, and regularly evaluate progress towards language proficiency Help with keeping parents updated on their children's progress Attend school and department staff meetings To apply, please submit a letter of interest and résumé to: natsun@smilinggecko-cambodia.org. Email header: Communicative Language English Teacher 2025-2026 Preference will be given to candidates who are currently in Cambodia and able to visit the school in-person to teach a demo class. However, candidates who meet the mandatory requirements for this position will be given consideration, even if they are currently based outside of Cambodia and unable to visit in-person. Please note: Only candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted. Candidates selected for an interview should be prepared to answer detailed questions about teaching methodologies and be able to present hands-on resources that they have created and previously used for communicative classroom English speaking practice. To apply, email natsun@smilinggecko-cambodia.org

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