ESL Teacher (Primary School)

The Reményhír Vocational Secondary School, Primary School, Kindergarten, and Elementary Art School is a unified educational institution seeking English teachers for its various branches. While the primary teaching role will be in the primary school, opportunities are also available to contribute in the kindergarten and evening high school programs.

Our students are primarily of Roma origin and come from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Many have special educational needs (SEN) or face challenges related to integration, learning, or behavior.

The Reményhír Primary School, maintained by the Hungarian Gypsy Missions International, is seeking two English language teachers (English as a foreign language).

Responsibilities

• Teach English as a foreign language to students in grades 1–8
• Option to introduce English to kindergarten children through engaging activities that help them become familiar with the sounds of the language and develop proper pronunciation
• Support the school’s mission to involve the local community through language education by organizing afternoon language courses for primary students or adults
• Participate in mission-related activities, as our institution is founded on Christian values and actively engages in mission work
• If you hold a Master’s degree, you may also teach English in our evening high school program

Duration: Minimum of 1 academic year, with the possibility of an open-ended contract

Working Hours: 25–40 hours per week

Experience Required

• 2-3 years of teaching experience is an advantage, but not required.
• We also welcome applications from recent graduates. 

Educational Qualifications

• A teaching degree in any subject and/or a degree qualifying you to teach English as a foreign language in primary schools

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree qualifying you to teach at the secondary level
• Experience working with disadvantaged children

What We Provide

• Free accommodation
• Teaching materials and classroom supplies
• A supportive and committed team
• Assistance with administrative procedures and help navigating your new environment

What You Should Bring

• A heart for mission work and a commitment to serve
• Financial support from your home base (donations) to cover your living expenses