Academic Director (Spanish Required) - Costa Rica Costa Rica Posted by: MAXIMO NIVEL Contact: work@maximonivel.com The Academic Director is a member of the in-country Executive Team and works closely with the Country Manager, Director of International Programs, and the Director of National Programs. Whereas the Academic Director does not carry his/her own schedule of classes, they are responsible for substituting and leading classes when regular staffing does not meet the needs of the institute. The Director must generate reports using Excel and Word including: Teacher Feedback Summary, Teacher sick days, Teacher payroll, and other ad-hoc reports as needed. The Academic Director manages all daily operations of the Academic Office and is responsible for a team of 2 to 3 [shared] staff members, 10 to 15 English teachers, and 5 to 10 Spanish teachers. The Director is responsible for teacher recruiting, teacher management, curriculum management, support materials, and quiz and exam administration. The Academic Director also leads all new teacher orientation and onboarding of academic staff. Teacher management includes coaching, scheduling, payroll, and time off, among other things. The Director is responsible for holding teacher meetings on the 15th and 30th of each month; and organizes 2-hours of in-service training for English teachers every month. The Academic Team manages client service with respect to exam re-takes, grade reports, certification requirements, and attendance records. The Academic Office has very close contact with learners, clients, and their families; the Academic Director must be excellent at dealing with the public! QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelor's Degree required, Master's Degree preferred - TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certification required - At least 3 years professional experience, ideally as a Head Teacher, DoS, or Institute Director - Fluent English; Advanced Spanish required - Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. - Excellent interpersonal skills; excellent writing skills; strong team skills and a "love" for team training - Focused on results--learner success, learner satisfaction, and building an excellent teaching team. - Adept at setting goals and managing competing priorities. Be the owner of the Academic function! - Metric driven; able to understand, analyze, and present data to support business decisions. BENEFITS - Salary range: US$1,400 to US$2,000 + bonus - Medical Insurance - Relocation reimbursement - Finishing bonus - 2 weeks paid vacation To apply, email work@maximonivel.com

Academic Director - Spanish Speaking - Costa Rica

Academic Director (Spanish Required) - Costa Rica

Teacher Leader and ESL Teacher position available - Liberia, Costa Rica Liberia, Costa Rica Posted by: Instituto Estelar Bilingue Contact: teachers@estelarcr.com We currently have two positions available at our school, and will be taking applications from November 2025 through the end of 2026. Position 1: Teacher Leader Requirements for Teacher Leader position: -Minimum of 1 year experience as a teacher trainer or related, native English speaker, TEFL or equivalent certified, teaching experience, minimum of bachelor's degree, leadership experience. The teacher leader will be responsible for guiding new teachers through their orientation and training at the school, as well as documenting and providing class observations and feedback. The teacher leader will work closely with other administrators facilitate transitions of new teachers. The teacher leader will host monthly meetings with teaching staff. Teacher leaders may be asked or given the option to substitute and/or teach their own classes if they desire as part of their workload. Position 2: ESL teacher Requirements - Teachers must have a C2 level of English - Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree - Level 5 TEFL Benefits - 9-12 month contract - Monthly stipend - Opportunity to experience a new culture Instituto Estelar is a bit different from other language institutes. We have built a community of teachers and staff who are committed to the Estelar lifestyle of teaching, learning, and integrating into the community. We have a school where we teach classes to both adults and kids. We sometimes host events and activities in the community. We volunteer as part of an organization called Club A that helps kids in an underserved neighborhood in our city. As a group, we have a down-to-earth, traveler vibe, but we also have a strong work ethic and commitment to teaching the best classes ever. We take pride in our accomplishments as we see our students progress in their language learning, and we know that we are helping students gain new opportunities in life as they advance in English. We also enjoy seeing students learn and grow, both in and out of the classroom. We strive to find ways to positively impact our community and to be a force for developing personal potential. We pay teachers weekly for hours worked and assist in getting short-term immigration permission and opening a local bank account. We provide a lot of support to new teachers, including training and ongoing support. There is a syllabus for every one of our 90 courses, as well as course books, audios, exams (already written), and former teacher plans to use as inspiration for creating your own. We have lots of teaching materials available at the institute and on our Google Drive. In an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and dedication to excellence, our teachers can hone their craft and become educational leaders. We encourage a healthy work-life balance, and teachers work 18-24 hours per week teaching English, leading language activities for the community, and sometimes doing special projects. The workweek is Tuesday through Saturday, and everyone gets Sundays and Mondays off. Teachers often travel together to nearby beaches, waterfalls, and national parks. To apply, email teachers@estelarcr.com

ESL Teacher Leader Needed in Liberia, Costa Rica

Teacher Leader and ESL Teacher position available - Liberia, Costa Rica

ESL Teacher in Costa Rica San Jose, Costa Rica Posted by: New Learning Academy Contact: s.amrhein@newlearningcr.com Join New Learning Academy, a prestigious language institution with 27 years of excellence in education. We’re seeking full-time English teachers to become part of our dynamic team. If you’re well-organized, professional, energetic, and fun, we’d love to hear from you! You’ll receive comprehensive online training and teach a blend of online and face-to-face classes right here in beautiful Costa Rica. In your free time, explore Costa Rica’s waterfalls, rainforests, and beaches. Experience the pura vida lifestyle! To apply, email s.amrhein@newlearningcr.com

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