ESL Teacher
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EF Education First / Hult
Tarrytown, NY, US
Summary
The teacher will conduct high-quality ESL classes using the EF blended learning program and manage necessary administrative tasks. They are also responsible for preparing relevant teaching materials and actively participating in staff development activities.
Job Description
EF Language Abroad is currently recruiting ESL teachers to teach at our Tarrytown, New York campus.
We are looking for candidates available to start for immediate openings and also for our upcoming 2027 Winter Term, starting in early January. Special consideration will be afforded to those applicants looking for long-term employment. We offer a variety of different teaching schedules, including mornings and afternoons, along with partial-week schedules. Resources and curriculum are provided.
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
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Teach scheduled contact hours as scheduled by Academic Management
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Provide high-quality classes using our EF blended learning program
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Complete the necessary administrative work required for classes in a timely manner
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Prepare materials and resources relevant to your classes, including handouts, quizzes, tests, and assignments as needed for each course
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Help students with queries they may have and communicate this with the appropriate departments
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Actively participate in teacher meetings and all staff development activities
Successful candidates will have the following:
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Bachelor's degree
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TEFL certificate (CELTA or equivalent preferred)
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Proficient level English (C2 level)
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Experience with standardized ESL exams, such as TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge is a plus
Why you will love EF Tarrytown!
EF Tarrytown supports Teaching staff with the following Benefits:
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Bi-weekly teaching workshops for ongoing staff training, previous topics included: Classroom Maintenance and integrating AI into classroom instruction
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Discounts on EF programs globally
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Free use of EF Hello: a premium Language Learning App
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And much more!
Reports to: Director of Studies
Job Type: Full-time, hourly
Hourly Pay: Contact Hours $21 – $24.00, Administrative Hours $18.45
EF New York provides ongoing professional development to our instructors in the field of English language teaching. Additionally, EF will sponsor up to three modules of the TKT dependent upon duration of employment.
Why you’ll love working here:
This is the most fun, high caliber place you’ll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they’ve been here 10 minutes or 10 years) and they’ll probably tell you the same thing: it’s the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation and mutual support.
Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education.
Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business. One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible. We're in the business of understanding. Between people. Between cultures.
For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding. Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world.
You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.
Forbes 2025/2024 World’s Best Employers | Time100 Most Influential Companies 2026 | Fast Company 2025 Next Big Things In Tech | 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact
A notice on recruitment scams
We are aware that recruitment scams are increasingly common worldwide and affect job seekers across many organizations. These may appear on various messaging platforms, e.g., text messaging, WhatsApp, etc. To support your safety, we recommend that you do not respond to such unsolicited offers of employment. If you believe you are the victim of any fraudulent activity, we advise you to contact your appropriate authorities. Only submit your application to jobs through our official job board, jobs.ef.com. We never ask our applicants to pay a fee for any service whatsoever.
Founded
1965
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Zurich, Zurich
Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education.
Some companies are in the business of banking. Others are in the business of shoes. Or sports. Or soft drinks. At EF, we're in a different kind of business. One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important. Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible. We're in the business of understanding. Between people. Between cultures.
For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding. Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world.
You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day. But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.
Forbes 2025/2024 World’s Best Employers | Time100 Most Influential Companies 2026 | Fast Company 2025 Next Big Things In Tech | 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact
A notice on recruitment scams
We are aware that recruitment scams are increasingly common worldwide and affect job seekers across many organizations. These may appear on various messaging platforms, e.g., text messaging, WhatsApp, etc. To support your safety, we recommend that you do not respond to such unsolicited offers of employment. If you believe you are the victim of any fraudulent activity, we advise you to contact your appropriate authorities. Only submit your application to jobs through our official job board, jobs.ef.com. We never ask our applicants to pay a fee for any service whatsoever.
Founded
1965
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Education
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Zurich, Zurich