Job Description

Akerlei Idiomas is a well-established language school located in Ermua, in the Basque Country (northern Spain). We are currently looking for a qualified, enthusiastic and committed English teacher to join our team immediately.

Location

Ermua is a safe and well-connected town between Bilbao and San Sebastián, offering an excellent quality of life, beautiful green landscapes and easy access to the coast and major cities.

Candidates already based in Spain will be given priority due to the immediate start date.

Qualifications

Requirements:

  • University degree
  • CELTA or TEFL qualification (e.g. Trinity CertTESOL)
  • Minimum 1 year of English teaching experience
  • Experience with Cambridge exam preparation (desirable)
  • Valid work authorisation for Spain
  • Availability to start immediately

Important – Work Authorisation

Only candidates who already have the legal right to work in Spain will be considered. Applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship will not be processed.

Accepted work authorisations include:

  • EU / EEA / Swiss citizenship
  • Valid Spanish residence and work permit
  • Permanent residence permit
  • Student visa with legal authorisation to work
  • Any other valid authorisation allowing employment in Spain

Conditions

  • Immediate start
  • Teaching children, teenagers and adults
  • Small groups (maximum 12 students per class)
  • Afternoon/evening teaching schedule
  • Average teaching load of 25 contact hours per week
  • Additional time for lesson planning, preparation and meetings in accordance with the Collective Agreement
  • Opportunity for contract renewal

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary and working conditions in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Small class sizes
  • Opportunity for professional development