English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher - Primary School (Maternity Cover)

Atlanta International School (AIS) is seeking a Primary School EAL Teacher to provide specialized language instruction to students in Grades 1-5, ensuring their successful access to and engagement with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) curriculum. The EAL Teacher will collaborate with homeroom teachers and grade-level teams to support language development and foster an inclusive and multilingual atmosphere.

Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Education, TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of teaching experience specifically as an EAL, ESL, or EAL/content integration teacher in a primary school setting (Grades K-5).
• Proficiency in English is required, with additional advanced proficiency in a language such as Spanish, French, German or Chinese strongly preferred.
• Successful experience in an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary, or IB PYP environment supporting EAL students is preferred, though strong applicants with experience in other curricula are also encouraged to apply.
• Enthusiastic about teaching within a multicultural and multilingual environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in language acquisition, instructional models/approaches (e.g., WIDA, SIOP), and classroom application.
• Experience with Restorative Practices and/or Responsive Classroom.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance