• CVs submitted in Portuguese will not be considered.

**This position is for Local Hires. Local Hires are individuals legally authorized to work in Brazil or Brazilian citizens.

Responsibilities

Instruction and Student Support

• Support classroom Teachers during push-in (co-teaching) and pull-out instructional sessions.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce language learning goals, vocabulary, and classroom tasks.
• Assist students in understanding instructions, assignments, and classroom routines.
• Provide support during assessments, following guidance on accommodations and scaffolds.

Classroom and Student Support

• Help students develop organization, study skills, and academic routines.
• Support student engagement, positive behavior, and confidence in classroom and small-group settings.
• Assist with the preparation, organization, and adaptation of instructional materials.
• Supervise students during transitions, learning activities, and ELL-related sessions as needed.

Collaboration and Professional Practice

• Work collaboratively with ELL Teachers, classroom teachers, and student support staff.
• Share observations about student progress and needs with the ELL Teacher.
• Participate in meetings, training sessions, and professional learning as required.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with students, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrate professionalism in attendance, punctuality, conduct, and confidentiality.

Education

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Desired

• Coursework or degree in Education, English, Linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.
• Training or experience working with multilingual learners or adolescents.

Experience

Required

• Experience working with children or adolescents in an educational or youth-focused setting.

Desired

• Experience supporting English Language Learners in middle school or secondary settings.
• Experience working in international or multicultural environments.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required

• Proficiency in English
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with adolescents.
• Ability to support students in structured and unstructured learning environments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructional guidance and collaborate effectively as part of a team.

Desired

• Proficiency in another language (e.g., Portuguese or others) is an asset.
• Basic understanding of second-language acquisition principles.
• Ability to support students with diverse learning and cultural backgrounds.