About this role
Company Description
Alpadia Language Schools from Kaplan International Languages, offers all-year round schools in Montreux, Berlin, Freiburg and Lyon, teaching French and German. Alpadia also provides English, French and German summer courses for juniors and teens in Europe and North America. Initially established in 1996, and now larger than ever, our mission is to encourage language development through immersion and to expand the horizons of our students, to inspire their future.
Job Description
English Teachers are mainly responsible for teaching high-quality, communication focused English classes every morning Monday-Friday, between 8:30 – 12:45, using Alpadia’s teaching methodology and resources. In the afternoons, you will be working closely with other Teachers and Activity Leaders, leading excursions and other programs, offering expert supervision and safety. Additionally, you’ll take a role in the day-to-day operations of camp via attendance checks, helping out during wakeups and bedtime, and participating in camp-wide Evening Programs.
Qualifications
Essential Criteria
Experience teaching English professional capacity. Written and oral fluency (C2)
High physical, mental and emotional resilience, ability to work 6-days a week, 8 hours a day
Experience in meaningful, professional teamwork
High energy level, excitement and comfort speaking in front of large groups
Availability during staff training in Berlin (June 16-20), and at least 5 weeks of the summer.
Desired Criteria
ESL Teacher Certification or similar
Experience teaching children or young people
Some German proficiency
Experience in outdoor education or summer camps
Availability for the entire summer season (June 28– August 8)
Additional Information
What we offer
A weekly summer salary between 720-810 EUR (depending on experience and certifications)
5 days of pre-summer staff training on language immersion, child development, solution-focused counseling, outdoor facilitation and positive behavior support techniques
First Aid and CPR Certification
Full Room and Board during the entirety of the summer
Travel Reimbursement up to 160 EUR
Recommendation Bonuses for other staff members that you send our way
a chance to grow and develop your skills as an educator while working in a team of dedicated youth work professionals throughout the summer. Alpadia combines 29 years of experience in language teaching with student-focused, innovative learning approaches in a summer camp setting, making it a valuable professional experience to have on your CV
Dates of commitment:
Pre-Summer Staff Training (Berlin): 24.06.2026 - 27.06.2026
Berlin-Wannsee Camp: 28.06.2024 - 08.08.2026
Please note:
All staff employed will be required to provide a 2025 Criminal Background Check / Police Check / Certificate of Good Conduct and 3 professional references
Equality and diversity is part of our core purpose. Alpadia summer schools are for everyone. This applies to both our students and our brilliant team of staff.
Other facts
About ALPADIA Language Schools SA
Alpadia Language Schools is a Swiss company with an international vision, devoted to excellence in teaching languages to enrich students' futures. Inspired by our multifaceted and multilingual country, we create an unparalleled student experience encouraging language development through immersion.
Present in Switzerland, France, Germany and England, we create a vibrant environment to foster connections, enhance experience and inspire imagination. For students who seek a multicultural setting, we offer a lifetime experience that sustains and extends people's possibilities and opens windows of opportunity. From classes for absolute beginners to official exam preparation, our schools offer a truly dedicated panel of solutions to cater to your needs.
Renamed in 2014, Alpadia benefits from the heritage of ESL Language Schools’ two decades of experience in language education. Alpadia Language Schools offers all year round courses for adults and summer camp programs for juniors and teenagers in Switzerland, France, Germany and England. Each year, our schools welcome more than 6,000 students from all over the world.
What you'll do
- English Teachers are responsible for teaching communication-focused English classes in the mornings and leading excursions and programs in the afternoons. They also assist with camp operations, including attendance checks and participation in evening programs.
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