EFL Teacher

EFL Teacher / Cambridge Curriculum Teacher International House Oxford Lecce
- Lecce, Southern Italy
- Start Date: September 2026
- Positions Available: 10
- Contract Type: Full-time
- Degree Required
- Applicants must already hold the right to work in the EU or possess a valid visa/work permit for employment in Italy. Join Our International Teaching Team in Beautiful Southern Italy Are you an enthusiastic, committed and experienced EFL teacher looking for a rewarding new challenge in Italy? International House Oxford Group Lecce is currently recruiting two professional English language teachers to join our growing academic team from September 2026. Located in the stunning Baroque city of Lecce in the heart of Salento, Puglia, our school offers a dynamic and supportive international teaching environment where teachers are encouraged to grow professionally while making a genuine difference in students’ lives. We are a well-established language school and international Montessori educational institution delivering high-quality English language instruction and bilingual education to a wide range of learners, including:
- Primary and middle school pupils
- Teenagers
- Adult learners
- Business professionals In addition to our in-school programmes, we also provide:
- Off-site corporate training
- PON/PNRR projects in Italian schools
- Online and blended learning courses
- Cambridge International Curriculum teaching
- Our students study various subjects in both Italian and English, alongside Spanish as a second language, creating a truly multilingual educational environment. The Role The successful candidates will join a collaborative and motivated teaching team and will be expected to deliver engaging, student-centred lessons across a variety of age groups and levels. Teachers are assigned an average of 25 teaching hours per week, generally from Monday to Friday, although some schedules may run Tuesday to Saturday depending on course requirements. Teaching duties may include:
- English for Young Learners and Teens
- English for Academic Purposes
- Business English
- Off-site lessons in companies and state schools
- Online teaching sessions
- PON/PNRR funded educational projects Depending on experience and qualifications, teachers may also teach ICT, Maths or Science to EAL learners in primary and middle school. Teachers are expected to:
- Plan and deliver effective lessons tailored to student needs
- Monitor and assess student progress
- Maintain high professional and academic standards
- Participate in meetings, workshops and professional development activities
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and academic coordinators
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment
- Communicate effectively with parents, students and staff where appropriate Professional Development At International House Oxford Group Lecce, we strongly believe in supporting our teachers’ ongoing professional growth. Eligible teachers will receive:
- Training as Cambridge English ESOL Speaking Examiners/Supervisors
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Lesson observations with constructive feedback
- Workshops and seminars
- Training on digital and e-learning platforms
- Support from experienced academic coordinators
- Opportunities to contribute to curriculum development We are looking for teachers who are reflective practitioners and actively seek to improve and develop their teaching skills. Our Teachers Our teachers:
- Understand their learners and adapt teaching accordingly
- Inspire students to become active, independent learners
- Demonstrate professionalism and reliability
- Work collaboratively and supportively within a team
- Value innovation and creativity in education
- Continue developing their own knowledge and teaching practice
- Contribute positively to school life and the wider learning community Why Lecce? Known as the “Florence of the South,” Lecce is famous for its Baroque architecture, Mediterranean lifestyle, beautiful coastline and warm community atmosphere. Living in Salento offers:
- A high quality of life
- Excellent food and culture
- Affordable living compared to larger Italian cities
- Easy access to travel throughout Italy and Europe If you are hardworking, adaptable, enthusiastic and ready to become part of an ambitious international school community, we would love to hear from you. Join International House Oxford Group Lecce and help shape the future of English language education in Southern Italy. About the school and city About the School Our busy, modern, well-equipped school is situated in the beautiful historical town of Lecce, in the Salento region of Puglia in South Italy. It is an ideal base to explore the coast as well as the countryside and experience the Southern Italian lifestyle.
- You must have a CELTA, Trinity TESOL, or equivalent initial teaching qualification
- The role is open only to those wi