The Inspired Education Group is an international basic education group, with over 100 schools around the world, focused on transforming traditional methods into a contemporary, creative, dynamic and relevant approach. Our aim is to inspire students to develop their maximum capabilities in a welcoming and stimulating environment. Centro Educacional Leonardo da Vinci is a private school located in Vitoria, Espirito Santo, a mid-sized coastal city a few hours north of Rio de Janeiro. Following a strong tradition of excellence in foreign language education, we offer bilingual preschool/kindergarten/first-grade program inaugurated in February 2006. We are seeking a native English-speaking teacher with substantial experience & a university-level degree in the field of education as well as the initiative to contribute to the position. This position is for 2025. The salary will be based on the institution's salary scale, which is highly competitive in the Brazilian market—right now at R$7.500,00 (Brazilian currency) after taxes. Review of applications begins immediately & will continue until the position is filled. The teacher will work with an aide from 7:15 am to 5:15 pm, from Monday to Friday, with 2 different groups of 16 to 24 children each. Friday afternoons are usually free, except for meetings or parent/teacher conferences scheduled throughout the year. It's important that the teacher gradually starts to learn Portuguese to understand the children's needs, but has to use exclusively the English language in classroom. Inspired is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people and, if you join our team, we will expect the same from you, as well as that you commit to carrying out the safeguarding training that we consider relevant to your role. Protecting the well-being of our students is the responsibility of all employees and they must behave in a way that reflects the principles and values ??of the organization. Any candidate may be subjected to appropriate verification procedures.We believe that a diverse team is the way to fulfill our mission. Therefore, we encourage applications from people who identify with minority groups in all of our positions.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Work with a wide range of materials, from fine children's literature books to flash cards, to keep lessons fun. Enjoy program perks, including lunch and snacks throughout the day. Explore Brazil and see beautiful places in your free time and holiday breaks. Gain valuable teaching experience at a multi-awarded school. Learn some Portuguese through daily interaction with local teachers and students, as well as with local people. REQUIREMENTS Two years of proven experience with a bachelors degree or one year of proven experience with a Master degree; And everybody will need 2 letters of reccomendation. SAFEGUARDING STATEMENTInspired is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people and, if you join our team, we will expect the same from you, as well as that you commit to carrying out the safeguarding training that we consider relevant to your role. Protecting the well-being of our students is the responsibility of all employees and they must behave in a way that reflects the principles and values ??of the organization. Any candidate may be subjected to appropriate verification procedures.
