English as an Additional Language (EAL) Teacher - Primary School

EAL Teacher – Primary School (PYP)

Nord Anglia International School Dublin

 

Location

Nord Anglia International School Dublin (NAISD), Ireland

Contract

Full-time, Permanent

Start Date

Mid-August 2026

Curriculum

IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)

Reporting To

Head of Primary / Principal

Applications

Submit CV and covering letter via the NAE Careers Page

 

About Nord Anglia International School Dublin

Nord Anglia International School Dublin is part of Nord Anglia Education, the world’s largest premium international schools organisation, with over 100 schools in 30 countries. At NAISD, students follow the full IB continuum from PYP through to the IB Diploma Programme in an inclusive, creative, and ambitious community.

As part of the Nord Anglia family, you will benefit from our unique partnership with The Juilliard School, as well as our collaborations with MIT, UNICEF, IMG and King’s College London, offering extraordinary opportunities for professional development and growth.

If you think NAIS Dublin might be a good fit for your next career move, you can read our candidate information brochure.

 

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate EAL (English as an Additional Language) Teacher to join our Primary School team. This is an exciting opportunity to support our diverse community of learners as they develop their English language skills within the inquiry-led environment of the IB Primary Years Programme.

We are looking for a skilled EAL professional with a focus on:

• Supporting Language Development: Providing targeted, high-quality EAL support to primary students, helping them access the PYP curriculum and develop strong English language skills across listening, speaking, reading and writing.
• Delivering Engaging Instruction: Planning and delivering differentiated lessons, both in withdrawal sessions and through in-class support, tailored to the diverse linguistic needs of students.
• Assessing Student Progress: Using a range of assessment tools to identify language needs, monitor progress and provide meaningful feedback to students, parents and class teachers.
• Collaborating with Class Teachers: Working closely with PYP class teachers to plan inclusive lessons, share language strategies and support EAL learners within mainstream classrooms.
• Fostering an Inclusive Environment: Creating a welcoming, supportive classroom culture that celebrates linguistic and cultural diversity and helps every student to thrive.
• Engaging with the School Community: Communicating with parents to share progress, provide strategies for home and build strong relationships across our international community.
• Contributing to School Initiatives: Participating in extra-curricular activities, school events and initiatives that enrich students’ educational experience.

Please view full Job Description here.

 

What We Are Looking For

• A recognised teaching qualification, with a specialism, additional qualification or significant experience in EAL/EFL/TESOL.
• Experience teaching EAL learners in a primary school setting, ideally within an international or multilingual environment.
• A strong understanding of second language acquisition, scaffolding strategies and inclusive teaching practices.
• Familiarity with the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is highly desirable; experience with inquiry-based learning is an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment, motivating students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve their best.
• Enthusiasm for being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering a high-quality international education.
• The ability to meet visa and work permit-related requirements for Ireland.

Find out more about what we offer our staff in our Employee Benefits Brochure.

 

 

Equal Opportunities & Compliance

 

At Nord Anglia Education, we are an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We treat all colleagues fairly based on their skills and qualifications, without discrimination, and value individuals from all backgrounds.

We have a strict policy against discrimination and harassment of any kind and comply with all national and local laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity.

At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world-class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils.

All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

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