Elementary English Teacher (Guatemala City)

About the role

The Elementary English Teacher will deliver engaging, age‑appropriate English language instruction to students in the elementary grades at Liceo Guatemala in Guatemala City. Working full‑time on‑site, you will create dynamic lessons that develop reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver daily English lessons aligned with the school curriculum.
• Teach reading, writing, listening and speaking using varied instructional methods.
• Assess student progress, provide feedback and maintain accurate academic records.
• Communicate regularly with families and staff about student development.
• Manage classroom behavior and uphold school policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, school events and collaborative curriculum planning.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English or a related field; teaching certification or license is highly desirable.
• Proven experience teaching English to elementary‑level learners.
• Strong organizational abilities and reliability.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with students, parents and colleagues.
• Commitment to an inclusive, respectful learning environment; Spanish proficiency is an asset.

Required skills

• Lesson planning and curriculum implementation.
• Classroom management techniques.
• Ability to design engaging, inclusive language activities.