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EFL Instructor - Summer CA

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Position: Part-Time English Summer Instructor * Responsible for: English lessons according to MLA TASKTime curriculum * Reports to: Director of Studies * Duration: Early July through mid-August ...

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EFL Instructor - Summer FL

Miami, FL · On-site

$43K - $58K/yr

Position: Part-Time English Summer Instructor * Responsible for: English lessons according to MLA TASKTime curriculum * Reports to: Director of Studies * Duration: Late June through mid-August ...

BLUEFORCE INC

ELT Instructor

Carrollton, TX · On-site

English as a Foreign Language (EFL); Linguistics; Foreign Languages; or Teaching English to ... ESL, EFL, Linguistics, Foreign Languages, or TESOL. 5. Instructors shall go through a ...

BlueForce Inc

ELT Instructor

Carrollton, TX · On-site

English as a Foreign Language (EFL); Linguistics; Foreign Languages; or Teaching English to ... ESL, EFL, Linguistics, Foreign Languages, or TESOL. 5. Instructors shall go through a ...

BLUEFORCE INC

$40K - $55K/yr

Are you an English Language Instructor with a transferable iqama? Are you a native American English ... Teaching ESL/EFL to adults from basic to elementary to advanced English. * Planning, preparing, and ...

BLUEFORCE INC

The English Language Instructor will be responsible for communicating course requirements ... Teaching ESL/EFL to adults from basic to elementary to advanced English. * Planning, preparing, and ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for efl instructor in the United States is $23.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Efl Instructor vs ESL Teacher?

AspectEFL InstructorESL Teacher
CertificationsTEFL/TESOL/CELTA often requiredTEFL/TESOL/CELTA often required
Work EnvironmentLanguage schools, private institutes, online platformsLanguage schools, public schools, online platforms
Industry UsagePrimarily in non-English speaking countriesPrimarily in English-speaking countries or abroad
Search & ComparisonOften compared for teaching abroad opportunitiesOften compared for teaching in diverse settings

Both EFL Instructors and ESL Teachers typically hold similar certifications like TEFL or TESOL and work in language education environments. The main difference lies in their focus: EFL Instructors teach English to non-native speakers outside English-speaking countries, while ESL Teachers teach English within English-speaking countries or abroad. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right teaching opportunities aligned with their credentials and preferences.

What does an EFL instructor do?

An EFL (English as a Foreign Language) instructor teaches English to non-native speakers, focusing on language skills such as speaking, listening, reading, and writing. They develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and often use multimedia tools or textbooks in classroom or online settings, typically requiring language teaching certifications like TEFL or TESOL.

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EFL Instructor - Summer CA

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

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$48K - $65K/yr

Part-time

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Summer English Teacher - MLA California, Claremont at Pitzer College
MLA (Move Language Ahead) is an industry leader in providing safe, educational, and cultural holidays to students from around the world. Each year thousands of students travel with MLA as part of our short-term English as a Second Language (ESL) programs. Along with our proprietary task-based ESL curriculum, we also provide our students with great excursions featuring some of the most popular historical and tourist destinations across the globe.
MLA WELFARE AND SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT
MLA is committed to the welfare and safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All students should expect to feel safe within all areas of our seasonal program. The primary concern at all times is the interests and safety of each student and the organization takes all reasonable steps to protect children from harm, discrimination or degrading treatment and to uphold their rights.
MLA staff working with young learners will all go through our safer recruitment process including online or face-to- face interviews, record checks of references and background checks, in line with the country's regulations, to ensure they are able to work with young people, provide evidence of qualifications and work experience as part of the process and according to our Safeguarding Policy.
POSITION OVERVIEW
  • Position: Part-Time English Summer Instructor
  • Responsible for: English lessons according to MLA TASKTime curriculum
  • Reports to: Director of Studies
  • Duration: Early July through mid-August

Location: MLA California at Pitzer College
Pitzer College
1050 N Mills Ave
Claremont, CA 91711
REQUIREMENTS
Essential
  • Must have right to work in the US and the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check is required; the completion of a satisfactory child abuse clearance may also be required
  • Proven suitability to work with students under 18: at least 2 references
  • Maintain organization of classes and students
  • Utilize and supplement the program curriculum to facilitate task/project-based learning
  • Effectively use company software for student attendance and lesson tracking
  • Be pleasant, polite, and cooperative with fellow employees, vendors, and guests

Desirable
  • ESL Summer School Teaching experience in the US
  • First Aid Qualification

Person Specification
  • Ability to develop positive relationships with students, earning their trust whilst maintaining proper professional boundaries
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal)
  • Self-motivated and passionate about teaching
  • Ability to maintain organization of classes, students, and curriculum
  • Ability to use and supplement program curriculum to facilitate excursion-based learning
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to be pleasant, polite, and cooperative with fellow employees, group leaders, service providers and guests
  • Represent MLA values and model those values to colleagues and students

SCHEDULE
Session 1: 1st of July - 13th of July
Session 2: 17th of July - 25th of July
Session 3: 31st of July - 12th of August
The MLA instructor is a part-time, seasonal position (early July through early August) with MLA Move Language Ahead. Working under the direct supervision of the Director of Studies, instructors deliver one of five levels of the MLA ESL curriculum to international high school students attending a two-week or three-week cultural immersion program.
Instructors use MLA-published curriculum and student eBooks (TASKtime), with accompanying lesson plans provided. They may also supplement the curriculum with materials related to the topic, program location, or general American culture.
Class Schedule:
  • Morning lessons: 9:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
  • Afternoon lessons: 1:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

Classes are taught Monday through Saturday in 90-minute sections, totaling 30 paid instruction hours in a traditional two-week program. Each lesson includes one unpaid 15-minute break.
Instructors are not required to participate in excursions outside their assigned duties and must be available to teach both morning and afternoon lessons. Calendars are structured to allow instructors to teach more than one session if desired, provided sessions do not overlap. If you have no preference or open availability, we will work with you to maximize your session assignments. Instructors may teach up to three (3) sessions.
KEY POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES
Teaching and Learning
  • Prepare and adapt pre-made lesson plans to suit class composition.
  • Deliver well-prepared ESL lessons at a range of levels, as indicated by the DoS.
  • Inspire and motivate students to improve learning skills through task-based/project-based learning.
  • Differentiate and scaffold lessons to cater to mixed-ability classes.
  • Provide a variety of teaching activities that address diverse student learning needs.
  • Integrate extra-curricular activities and the "American Experience" into lessons as required.
  • Support the completion of tasks in the provided TASKtime book to help students achieve their goals.
  • Be prepared to cover classes when necessary.
  • Assist with speaking-level testing if required.
  • Ensure classrooms are secure, tidy, and any borrowed equipment is returned.
  • Attend and actively contribute to weekly CPD (Continuing Professional Development) sessions.

Administrative Duties
  • Complete attendance registers promptly and report absences to the DoS.
  • Mark and record student progress in accordance with induction guidelines and the teacher's handbook.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of lesson plans, covered work, and other teaching-related documentation.
  • Prepare professional, typo-free student reports within agreed deadlines.
  • Liaise with the DoS to ensure the accuracy of student data.
  • Assist in the collection and analysis of student feedback.
  • Input daily attendance, progress assessments, and end-of-course reports into the online classroom management system MLA TeacherZone.

Program Setup
  • Attend all required training and orientation meetings before the session starts.
  • Review ESL curriculum, lesson plans, and accompanying materials before the program begins.
  • Participate in student orientation, introducing them to campus facilities such as classrooms, computer labs, and the library.
  • Deliver lessons to class sizes of 16 students.
  • Supply additional materials to supplement the curriculum where necessary.
  • Participate in and assist with the session graduation ceremony.

Equipment and Facilities
  • Take responsibility for maintaining teaching resources and ensuring premises are neat.
  • Report any classroom or resource damage promptly.

Safeguarding and Welfare
  • Ensure the safety and welfare of students and be vigilant for potential welfare issues.
  • Report any concerns about students' safety, well-being, or academic performance to the DoS immediately.
  • Be aware of and comply with relevant fire, health, and safety regulations in the classroom and around the center.
  • Promote the welfare of students and adhere to the our Safeguarding Policy.

Training and Professional Development
  • Complete all required training courses during the MLA onboarding process.
  • Attend in-centre induction sessions and actively participate in discussions and feedback.
  • Adhere to the guidelines outlined in the teacher's handbook and policies provided during recruitment.
  • Set personal developmental goals to work on during the program.
  • Participate in CPD sessions and seek feedback through observations and appraisals.
  • Provide guidance to peers when requested and seek support for professional development when needed.

COMPENSATION
  • The starting rate of pay for this position is $26.00/hour and will be paid on a bi-weekly basis
  • Built into this hourly rate is the outside the classroom preparation that is required for these sessions.

Instructors will be paid as follows:
  • 30 hours for the completion of 30 instruction hours during each two-week session
  • Mandatory training will be paid
  • This position does not provide housing

Returning teachers will receive a bonus of +$2/hour for every previous year taught with MLA.
MLA REPUTATION & CODE OF CONDUCT
  • Actively support MLA in its mission to provide top quality programs
  • Provide courses that will support and enable the students to realize their potential and achieve their academic targets
  • Be dressed in a presentable professional way
  • Start on time, if this is not possible you must inform your manager as early as possible
  • Develop a good rapport with the students and group leaders and avoid absences as much as possible
  • Follow the code of conduct specifically detailed in your Handbook

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? No
Do the essential functions of this job require standing? Yes
Do the essential functions of this job require walking up stairs? Yes
Do the essential functions of this job require stretching? No
Do the essential functions of this job require bending? No
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT
MLA Move Language Ahead is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam-era/disabled veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other non-job-related criteria.

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