English for Speakers of Other Languages Head of DepartmentUnited Lisbon International School is inviting applications for the post of ESOL Head of Department. Experience in teaching second language English students is essential as is supporting other teachers develop their ESOL skills. International teaching experience is desirable, and the candidate must be able to work effectively with students and teachers from a variety of ages and backgrounds. We are looking for someone who will develop existing ESOL policies, model good ESOL practice and develop supportive relationships with students.Job description: Liaise with teachers and Heads of Department to devise strategies to support ESL proficiency and development.Develop coherent whole school ESOL policies and monitor their effectiveness.Prepare and oversee an annual ESOL Departmental Action Plan.Coordinate the assessment of students' level of English proficiency and devise individual education plans.Lead Departmental Meetings.Provide staff inset and create opportunities for teachers to reflect on their progress.Advise the Senior Leadership Team on ESOL provision throughout the school.Maintain a teaching load appropriate to the position and model good practice.Establish cooperative relations with parents and develop effective home-school partnerships.Lead and organize ESOL summer school.Knowledge and Qualifications:Minimum Bachelor´s degree, MA preferred.Minimum three years experience teaching ESOLExperience in curriculum and program developmentKnowledge of current literature, trends, methods and developments in the area of ESOLExcellent oral and written communication skillsComputer literate with an ability to maintain complete and accurate recordsPlease apply via TES. An up to date CV and letter of intent are required.#J-18808-Ljbffr