ENGLISH CONVERSATION ASSISTANT IN A HIGH-COMPLEXITY SCHOOL

English Conversation Assistant in a High-Complexity School
Location: El Prat de Llobregat
Position Overview:

Role: English Language Assistant
Setting: Conventional school and Multicultural and Diverse School.
Hours: During school hours
Type: Part-time (Job stability)

What is a High-Complexity School?
A high-complexity school is an educational environment that serves students with diverse needs, often influenced by social, economic, and cultural factors that affect their learning process. These schools typically have a high proportion of students in vulnerable situations, special educational needs, and linguistic and cultural diversity, among other factors that require personalized attention and inclusive methodologies. The main goal is to provide a safe and opportunity-rich space where children and young people can develop academically and emotionally, turning small achievements into great milestones. Additionally, this school faces challenges such as the presence of violent situations and low motivation for learning, requiring specific and structured intervention strategies.
Main Responsibilities:

Integrate the use of English in the daily life of the high-complexity school in a meaningful and cross-disciplinary way.
Transform language learning into an enriching and immersive experience for students.
Promote emotional learning and the discovery of a new language and culture through small achievements and purposeful actions.
Create a safe and welcoming space where students can explore new learning and personal development opportunities.
Support students in their learning process, helping them overcome difficulties and fostering a positive experience with the language.

Secondary Responsibilities:

Create opportunities for students to develop and express themselves in a safe environment.
Complement existing resources and propose innovative strategies to encourage English learning in a vulnerable context.
Design and lead community activities to reinforce the integration of the language in school life.
Encourage the use of English through active, dynamic, and student-centered methodologies.
Collaborate with the teaching staff in implementing conflict management and peaceful dispute resolution strategies.

Candidate Profile:

Professionals or students of Social Work, Psychology, Social Education, Teaching, Pedagogy, Occupational Therapy, Mediation, or related fields.
Individuals with a high level of English and a passion for teaching and inclusion.
Candidates with experience or interest in working in conflictive and high-complexity environments.
Skills in emotional management, conflict mediation, non-violent communication, and tension resolution.
Ability to work in a team, empathy, and creativity to develop support and learning strategies in challenging contexts.

Requirements:

Work Permit: Valid permit to work in Spain
English Proficiency: Fluent in English with excellent command of the language - High level of English proficiency
Spanish: Good knowledge of Spanish
Communication Skills: Strong communicator
Education in one of the mentioned fields or students in their final year.
Additional training in conflict resolution and intervention in vulnerable contexts will be valued.

Skills:

Proactive: Person with initiative and a proactive approach.
Adaptability: Ability to work effectively in a Multicultural and Diverse School.
Patience: Capable of handling various student needs with patience.
Empathy: Understanding and addressing the diverse backgrounds of students.
Classroom Management: Competent in managing and engaging a classroom environment.
Team Collaboration: Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
Problem-solving: Strong problem-solving abilities.

Additional Information:

The conversation assistant will never be alone with students; they will always have the support and guidance of a tutor and the teaching team.
This is an opportunity to be part of an innovative, integrative, and transformative project, where small achievements turn into great milestones.
Previous experience with children and young people in vulnerable situations and/or at-risk environments will be valued.
We are looking for a motivated individual eager to create a learning space that goes beyond language teaching, opening new opportunities for students in a complex and challenging educational setting.

What We Offer:

Contract: Part-time (30 hours per week)
Professional Growth: Education & Teacher Training Programs
Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement
Work Environment: A welcoming organization with strong work ethics, committed to developing each team member's skills.

If you are passionate about teaching, ready to inspire students, and want to be part of an impactful learning journey, we want to meet you!
Apply today and be part of our innovative team shaping the future of education!