English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher

In this role you will:

• plan engaging lessons and activities that meet students' needs
•  teach individuals or classes face to face or through online learning
•  set and mark tests and exercises and give constructive feedback
•  organise social and cultural activities, like events and trips
•  monitor progress and keep accurate learner records

• knowledge of English language
• knowledge of teaching and the ability to design courses
• excellent verbal communication skills
• the ability to create the best conditions for learning or teaching new things
• excellent written communication skills
• analytical thinking skills
• persistence and determination
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• to be able to use a computer and the main software packages competently

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• a college course
• applying directly
• professional development training

With experience, you may be able to:

• progress to a management position in a commercial language school or a college in the UK or abroad
•  work freelance in private tuition, for example specialising in business English
•  train future EFL teachers
•  create EFL learning materials, online resources and apps
•  open your own language school