Portuguese as 1st Language Teacher

About the role

St. Peter's International School is looking for an enthusiastic and qualified Portuguese as a 1st Language Teacher. You will deliver engaging, high‑quality lessons to native‑speaking students, fostering a deep appreciation of Portuguese literature, grammar, and culture while supporting academic excellence in an international setting.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver Portuguese lessons aligned with curriculum standards for native speakers.
• Assess, monitor and record student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encourages participation.
• Collaborate with the languages department to develop resources and innovative pedagogical strategies.
• Participate in staff meetings, parent‑teacher conferences, and school‑wide events.
• Provide pastoral care and act as a mentor for students' well‑being.

Required profile

• University degree in Portuguese Studies, Modern Languages, Education or a related field.
• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Habilitação Profissional para a Docência).
• Proven experience teaching Portuguese as a first language, preferably in an international school.
• Native or near‑native fluency in Portuguese; strong working knowledge of English is desirable.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work in a state‑of‑the‑art international school environment.
• Professional development and career mobility within the Inspired Education network.
• Collaborative community of educators and access to global educational resources.