English Teacher

About Us:

Blue Feather Academy has been a center for empowering students from the Asia-Pacific area and expats for the past 17+ years. Blue Feather Academy offers specialized language instruction that enables students to become proficient in English for success in both their personal and professional lives. The curriculum is developed to meet the specific needs of those moving into English-speaking settings, making sure they develop their communication skills, cultural awareness, and language competency for the workplace. With nearly two decades of experience, Our Academy has established itself as a reliable choice for students looking to overcome linguistic and cultural barriers.

Role Description: English Teacher (Reading Skills Focus)

Employment Type

Permanent - Part-time: Weekend (every Saturday)

Onsite

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Suitable for:

Position Overview:

An English Teacher specializing in reading skills plays a crucial role in enhancing students’ ability to read, comprehend, and analyze various forms of English texts. The primary responsibility is to support students, particularly expats and those from non-English speaking backgrounds, in improving their reading proficiency for both academic and everyday purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

Reading Instruction:

• Develop and implement lesson plans focused on improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency.
• Teach students how to approach different types of texts (e.g., fiction, non-fiction, technical documents).
• Use various reading strategies, such as skimming, scanning, summarizing, and predicting, to improve understanding.

• Assessment & Feedback:

• Assess students' reading levels using formal and informal tools, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
• Provide regular, constructive feedback on reading exercises and assignments.
• Track student progress and adapt instruction to meet individual needs.

• Tailored Support:

• Work with students who face difficulties in reading, providing additional support through one-on-one tutoring sessions, group work, or specialized resources.
• Address language barriers that may affect reading, especially for students from Asia-Pacific or non-native English speakers.

• Engagement & Motivation:

• Foster a love for reading by introducing engaging texts that align with students’ interests and cultural backgrounds.
• Create a positive and supportive classroom environment that encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
• Use multimedia resources, including digital reading platforms, to enhance learning experiences.

• Skill Development:

• Teach critical reading skills, such as identifying main ideas, drawing inferences, and evaluating arguments in texts.
• Help students expand their vocabulary and develop contextual understanding of new words.
• Guide students in setting personal reading goals and track their progress over time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or related field.
• Experience teaching reading skills, particularly to non-native speakers.
• Familiarity with diverse reading strategies and the ability to apply them effectively in a classroom setting.
• Strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to motivate students from various backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about reading and committed to helping students achieve their reading goals, transforming their language skills and academic potential.