What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Program Staff - ESL Teacher position at CATS Academy Boston?
Description
CATS Academy Boston are recruiting qualified English teachers for our international summer school, working with young learners from around the world. Our summer schools provide English language tuition, educational excursions and fun activities for our students at our state-of-the-art residential high school located in Braintree, MA. We offer a genuinely multi-cultural experience and this year we will host students from Italy, Spain, Brazil, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Vietnam and China.
For our teachers, we offer competitive salaries, the choice of residential or non-residential contracts, and a welcoming working environment in an attractive campus. For newly qualified teachers, our experienced management team provide professional development and support, making this is an ideal opportunity to further your teaching experience and develop valuable skills.
We’re proud of how many teachers return to our summer schools each year, describing their time with us as a fun, immersive teaching experience. There is even the possibility for exceptional teachers to continue with us after the summer if desired—our summer program runs throughout from mid-June through early August 2026.
Why choose us?
- This is an ideal opportunity to gain or further your teaching experience as you will be welcomed and supported by a highly experienced teaching team
- This is an especially attractive opportunity for new teachers, as we offer weekly CPD sessions and support you with observations and appraisals
- Ready-made lesson materials with comprehensive teacher notes are available for you to use
- Optional full room and board residence available
- Teaching 5 days a week with possible opportunities to take part in the activities/excursions program with an additional payment
- Opportunity to teach in a multicultural environment
- Career opportunities reaching beyond summer
Requirements
Some of what you need to become part of the Stafford House Teaching Team:
- A recognized English Language teaching qualification (e.g. Cert. TESOL, CELTA, CELT) or an equivalent state educational certification in English teaching
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
- A higher level EFL teaching qualification is desirable (e.g. DELTA, DipTESOL or MA TESOL)
WHO WE ARE
We have been providing high-quality English Language and activity courses for young learners for more than 70 years. CATS Academy Boston and Stafford House Study Holidays are part of CATS Global Schools (CGS), a leading education group committed to inspiring the next generation of world shapers. We offer high-quality teaching at fantastic study locations in the US and the UK with a wide range of courses to choose from including English Language and activities, creative Art & Design, sports, and academic preparation courses.
We offer:
- A multicultural teaching experience
- Ready-made lesson materials with comprehensive teacher notes
- Professional development
- Optional residential contracts available with full room and board residence
- Monday-Friday teaching with the opportunity to take part in the activities/excursions program with an additional payment
- Career opportunities reaching beyond summer
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING
Stafford House and CATS Global Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect everyone connected with the organization to share this commitment. All positions are subject to safer recruitment Pre-Employment Checks.
OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Building on our core values - Pioneering, Persevering, People - we pledge to deliver a series of events, guest speakers, and focus groups to ensure we offer respect and understanding to all communities.