English teacher for children in Los Altos, CA
Join the Global LT community and help provide language lessons to business professionals and their families worldwide. We are hiring an English Language Teacher to provide in-person lessons to two siblings in Los Altos, CA.
Job Information
Ref: 192482 / 192483
Students: Two children (5 and 8 years old) – back-to-back classes
Location: Los Altos, CA 94024 (near Woodland Vista Swim & Racquet Club)
Preferred start date: ASAP
Lesson format: Face-to-face, in-person
Details
Availability:
• Monday: 3:00–7:00 PM
• Wednesday: 2:30–4:30 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM–12:00 PMLesson Frequency: 3 times per week
Lesson Duration: 1 hour per child (back-to-back)
Current English level: Complete beginner
Native/other languages: German
Students’ language needs and goals:
• Grammar foundations
• Building essential vocabulary
• Understanding the culture of their new country
• Learning politeness strategies and social norms
• Giving compliments appropriately
• Making friends and navigating social situationsAdditional Information: The teacher must have experience working with children
Responsibilities
Provide engaging and age-appropriate English lessons
Support social integration and communication skills
Teach foundational grammar and vocabulary
Incorporate cultural elements relevant to their new environment
Prepare child-friendly activities that promote confidence and conversation
Encourage polite expression, friendship-building, and everyday interaction
Tailor lessons to individual needs during back-to-back sessions
Qualifications
Native or near-native English proficiency
Teaching certificate or degree in education, linguistics, or related field
Experience teaching young children (required)
Ability to create fun, structured, and culturally relevant lessons
Strong communication skills and patience
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