Secondary ESL Teacher

About the School:

1415 students | 56 nationalities | 6 sites | 1 school

Established in 1971, Hastings School is situated in the vibrant center of Madrid, Spain, catering to a diverse student community aged 2-18. As a respected international institution within the Cognita group, we take pride in our holistic educational philosophy that leads to remarkable academic success. Over the previous two years, our graduates have secured places at some of the world’s most prestigious universities, including the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, UCL, Duke University, University of Edinburgh, King's College London, KU Leuven, LSE, University of St Andrews, and Delft University of Technology, among others.

From their very first day, we aspire for students of all ages to fully engage in their educational journey at Hastings. Our aim is to help them realize their academic potential while providing them with the knowledge, understanding, skills, and attributes that are crucial for their futures.

Our learning habits, central to our learner power approach, include Collaboration, Creativity, Curiosity, Empathy, Reflection, Resilience, Responsibility, and Thinking.

As part of the Cognita network, we intentionally craft our educational strategies to foster these qualities, equipping students to thrive in a constantly evolving world.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a remarkable school.

We are excited to announce a vacancy for an experienced Secondary ESL Teacher to become a part of our vibrant team.

About Cognita:

Cognita is a prominent global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we have expanded to a network of 90 schools across 21 countries, including Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving over 100,000 students. While each school possesses its own distinct characteristics, our collective mission is to create an environment where everyone can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we understand that every student is unique. We support their individual personalities and strengths, providing academic, social, and emotional assistance, no matter their background or starting point. Each school’s unique identity is celebrated while providing rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. By linking classrooms to the collective expertise of our 90 schools, we ensure every child receives a truly world-class education.

Our tailored approach empowers each school, teacher, and student to concentrate on their strengths and flourish.

About the Role:

As a Secondary ESL Teacher, you will play a crucial role in delivering outstanding English language instruction tailored to a wide array of student abilities. Your high-quality teaching, backed by your subject expertise and genuine passion for the subject, will inspire learners. Your duties will include designing engaging lessons using various effective teaching methodologies to stimulate curiosity and meet the diverse needs of all students. You will utilize assessment data to guide your instruction, monitor student progress, and provide constructive feedback to assist them in reaching their academic goals. As a respected member of the school community, you will contribute to reports, enforce discipline in line with school policies, and partake in broader responsibilities such as form tutoring, extracurricular activities, and professional development. Furthermore, you will uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and student wellbeing.

This is a full-time, permanent position, with a start date of 31/08/2026.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are in search of a committed and innovative educator who is genuinely passionate about working with young individuals. You will possess excellent organizational skills, a collaborative mindset, and a dedication to helping students fulfill their potential. You should have a solid grasp of effective teaching, learning, and assessment practices, and the

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