Youth Leadership Teacher

The organisation - ISSOS We are an international summer school that provides a balanced summer program of academia, fun and culture for 13–18 year olds from over 80 nationalities, at St Andrews, Cambridge and Yale universities.

The role - Youth Leadership Teacher As the Youth Leadership Teacher, you will guide your students through ISSOS’s bespoke Leadership programme and will offer hands-on learning through interactive workshops, energetic activities and fun-filled challenges. You will be teaching a class of international students, 3 hours per day, every weekday morning for the duration of the 3-week programme. You will also be involved in evening activities on a compulsory rota basis and ensure that students are safe and happy at all times.

Job requirements Previous teaching experience is essential. Experience in teaching international students is preferred. A strong background in leadership and mentoring young people is required. You must be fluent in English. You must either be a UK or a US citizen, or have the legal right to work in the country you are applying for a role in. Please note that we cannot sponsor visas for working in the UK.

Benefits We run two three-week sessions. Teachers receive reimbursement after each session. Travel and any finders’ fees are paid separately after the second session. We provide accommodation in St Andrews for all staff. Meals are provided in the halls of residence once students arrive, however, staff are responsible for their meals during Orientation. Up to £150 reimbursed for travel to/from St Andrews.

Application details All of our staff must pass a full criminal background check. All staff are required to be on duty (on a rota basis) for evening programmes, activities, day trips, and arrival/departure days. This role is available in St Andrews.

Visa requirements To apply for this role you must be a UK citizen or have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that we cannot sponsor visas for working in the UK.