PRE-SCHOOL EARLY YEARS TEACHER

Job Summary DETAILS OF POSITION * Full-time Early Years teacher/manager * 25 hours Directed Time (teaching and managerial time)per week Monday -Friday * On-site teaching in our dedicated Early Years Learning Centres THE IDEAL CANDIDATE * will have a recognised teaching qualification at degree level such as PGCE Early Years or equivalent and proven experience in teaching pre-school aged children * will be skilled in planning and delivering engaging and highly effective, inclusive lesson sequences which are rooted in the latest Early Years pedagogy * will enjoy applying and adapting English Language Teaching strategies to the 3-7-year-old age range * will be an open and friendly team member,keen to share ideas and support colleagues * will have a keen interest in settling into a genuine Italian, non Ex-Pat community and develop their Italian language knowledge BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US.
We are.
* a British-run school with 25 years experience delivering high-quality, innovative language programmes for students of all ages and levels * members of the prestigious Italian Association of Language Schools AISLi and are inspected regularly to ensure we offer excellence of service to our students, their families and our staff * the authorised Cambridge Exam Centre for the local area * located in a friendly, pretty clifftop town * a friendly team of international colleagues who love learning and teaching We offer.
* a working environment which prioritises teacher well-being and professional development * a mentoring scheme, regular CPD sessions and opportunities for peer observations * a Monday to Friday working week.
No weekends and no morning lessons.
* large, modern learning environments including student kitchens * a generous classroom budget for EY resources * a well-stocked staffroom and an online Stamford Team Handbook with links to all our in-house resources and planning * the most amazing students who love to learn! * a fabulous, safe small-town atmosphere, off the tourist-trail and with a great beach, views of Sicily and the Eolian Islands, a chilled weekend vibe and the lowest cost of living in Italy! We require.
Degree and relevant experience Teaching experience.
inimum 2 years Native-level English across all 4 skills Recent teaching reference contacts Cover letter detailing motivation to join our team Qualifications We will consider all ELT and Early Years qualifications and University degrees in conjunction with relevant teaching experience.
Salary and Benefits Salary and Benefits The position starts September and is initially for 9 months, renewable upon end-year review.
* A 9-month Italian National contract Sept -June (with the opportunity to renew) * A highly competitive NET package starting at EURO (with further increments in line with experience) * 25 hours of Directed Time including non-teaching time for Management Admin * Opportunity to become a Cambridge Speaking Examiner * Full settling-in package including.
flight contribution, accommodation near school ready to move into, picking up from airport, admin help with setting up bank account and phones etc * Survival Italian lessons in 1st term * Shared use of school cars in local area * All national holidays and festive Holidays (approx 2 weeks Christmas and 1 week Easter) + INSET days