About This Role
This is a Cambridge-curriculum English teaching post at a private international school in Addis Ababa, meaning you would be delivering a British-standard syllabus to students whose families are paying for internationally recognized qualifications. The role spans multiple Cambridge stages and strands, so you would likely teach across age groups and ability levels rather than a single fixed class. It suits an experienced teacher who is comfortable with external examination accountability and the expectations that come with fee-paying parents.
What the Requirements Say About This Role
The senior-level framing signals the school wants someone who can step in without heavy hand-holding — planning schemes of work, moderating assessments, and contributing to department-level decisions are part of the job, not extras. Cambridge experience is the implicit dividing line: familiarity with checkpoint and IGCSE/AS/A Level assessment criteria is treated as a baseline, not something to be trained on the job. The emphasis on differentiating for English language learners suggests a mixed-ability, internationally mobile student body where rigid whole-class teaching would not work.
How to Approach This Application
Lead with concrete evidence of Cambridge delivery — specific stages, strands, and exam cycles you have taught, plus any results or progress data you can point to. The school will likely scrutinize your assessment and moderation experience, so describe how you mark against Cambridge criteria and handle reporting to parents. A short note on how you use technology or adapt lessons for second-language learners would differentiate you from applicants who only list qualifications.
Who This Role Suits
Best suited to a seasoned English teacher with genuine Cambridge pathway experience who can handle exam pressure and parent-facing reporting. Competition is likely strong, since international schools in Addis attract both local and diaspora applicants, so demonstrable exam results will be the deciding factor.
- Plan and teach engaging lessons across the Cambridge Primary, Lower Secondary and/or IGCSE / AS & A Level English programmes (First Language, Second Language and Literature in English, as assigned).
- Prepare students for Cambridge checkpoint tests and external examinations.
- Differentiate lessons to meet the needs of learners of different abilities, including English language learners.
- Use a range of teaching methods, including technology, to build critical thinking, comprehension and communication skills.
Assessment and reporting
- Set, mark and moderate assessments in line with Cambridge assessment criteria.
- Track student progress, give timely and constructive feedback, and keep accurate records.
- Prepare termly reports and take part in parent meetings.
Curriculum and department
- Contribute to schemes of work, resources and curriculum planning.
- Work with colleagues to share best practice and keep standards consistent across the department.
- Support extracurricular activities such as debate, drama, reading clubs and writing competitions.
Student welfare and school life
- Maintain a positive, respectful and well-managed classroom.
- Follow the school's safeguarding, child protection and behaviour policies.
- Take part in duties, school events, staff meetings and professional development.
Essential
- Bachelor's degree in English, Literature, Education or a related field.
- Recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGDT, B.Ed. or equivalent).
- At least 5 -8 years of teaching experience, preferably in an international school.
- Strong knowledge of the Cambridge English syllabuses and assessment objectives.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
Desirable
- Experience teaching IGCSE and/or A Level English.
- Cambridge professional development qualifications or examiner experience.
- Experience using digital learning tools.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to inspire and motivate students
- Good organization and time management
- Teamwork and a collaborative approach
- Commitment to continuous professional development
- Integrity, professionalism and care for children's wellbeing
How To Apply
Application Requirements
CV, copies of academic and teaching certificates, references and a cover letter. Employment is subject to background and safeguarding checks.
Apply directly to semkedmealem@flipperschool.com
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