Future Learning is the Leader in English and 21st Century skills for students of all ages. We offer innovative short-stay communicative English courses to young and young adult learners, between 11 and 24 years of age, from all over the world. These courses take place both in the peak summer season at our three centres in Ireland and one in the UK as well as mini-stay groups in Dublin and Athlone during the academic year and high school learners placed all around the county. The school is responsible for arranging courses, accommodation and transport as well as providing 24-hour support for welfare issues and a dedicated programme of social activities for these learners, who mainly book through language travel organisations and may come as individuals or as part of a group.
As a Young Learner Teacher, you will teach English to students aged 12–17 in a dynamic, project-based environment. You'll guide learners in developing communication, collaboration, and creativity through technology-enhanced tasks and projects. As an activity leader, you will lead activities set out by the company, ensuring safety of students and confidence of the group while here with us.
Location: Future Learning Dublin center, Abbey House, Jervis street
Contract Type: 2 monthspart-time (20h per week minimum) - Fixed-term contract
Hours of Work:
* Teacher: Monday to Friday - 9:00 - 13:00 (usual class schedule is 9:15-12: hours of teaching plus 5 hours of teacher admin work (briefing + set up, tidying up after class, project prep at home, certificates, collaborative sessions).
* Activity Leader duties may be scheduled on varying days and normally take place between 14:00 and 16:30 be can vary between 2.5 to 4.5 hours work per day, depending on the activity or whole day excursions
Start date: 2nd March 2026
Reporting to: YL manager
Key duties & responsibilities (non-exhaustive list)
Teacher:
* To deliver engaging and dynamic english lessons across a range of levels to international young learner students.
* To pro-actively assist individual students in identifying and working to overcome barriers to effective communication and collaboration..
* To use our Project Based and Technology Enhanced approach to delivering communicative, student-driven classes and to make a connection with out-of-class activities.
* To collaborate with fellow-teachers and with the support of the Course Coordinator in planning and delivering effective classes based on the Project Based & Technology Enhanced programme for the levels assigned.
* To be sufficiently familiar with the tools the students are using to be able to instruct them and to troubleshoot any difficulties they have.
* To help the Course Coordinator to ensure the orderly running of the classes in adhering to timetable and classroom discipline guidelines.
Activity leader:
* Plan, Prepare & lead Activities – Ensure all materials, equipment, and logistics are ready for smooth implementation. Guide and engage groups of up to 24 students during planned activities.
* Ensure Safety & manage behavior – Monitor participant well-being, enforce health and safety procedures, address issues promptly, maintaining a positive and respectful environment.
* Encourage Language Use & cultural education – Support students' English language practice in a fun and supportive setting, Introduce students to local culture, history, and traditions through interactive experiences.
* Coordinate with Staff – Collaborate with teachers, coordinators, and guides for cohesive program delivery.
* Emergency Preparedness – Respond to incidents following procedures, with knowledge of emergency contacts and first-aid resources.
* Monitor & Report – Record attendance and incidents, and provide feedback to improve activities.
Requirements
* Education: Bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 7 or higher).
* Qualifications: TESOL, CELTA, or equivalent recognised teaching certification; OR Qualified primary/secondary school teacher with language teaching experience (additional training provided).
* Experience: Teaching or training experience with young learners.
* Skills: Confident user of technology for teaching purposes.
* Location: Must reliably commute to or plan to be based near location before the start date.
* Eligibility: Must be eligible to work in Ireland (EU citizenship or valid work/residency permit).
What We Offer
* Paid induction and training prior to course commencement.
* Comprehensive course content, ready for adaptation.
* Small class sizes (maximum 16 students).
* Ongoing support, mentoring, and daily feedback from the coordinators.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term
Contract length: 2 months
Pay: From €290.00 per week
Expected hours: No less than 20 per week
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Experience:
* English teaching: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* TESOL/CELTA certification (required)
Work authorisation:
* Irlande (required)
Work Location: In person