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IB English B and Language Support Teacher

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Job title: IB English B and Language Support Teacher

Location: UWC Costa Rica, San José, Costa Rica

Salary: Competitive and provided in USD

Application deadline:  30 April 2026

Start date: 27 July 2026

Enquiries: katherine.rodriguez@uwccostarica.org

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UWC Costa Rica is part of the United World Colleges (UWC) global movement, an international educational organisation that makes education a force to unite people, nations, and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. The school is an international boarding high school offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) to students from over 70 nationalities.

The campus is located in Santa Ana, San José, Costa Rica, and hosts approximately 200 students and over 100 staff members. UWC Costa Rica is guided by the values of empathy, reciprocity, and accountability and promotes a holistic educational experience that integrates academic excellence, experiential learning, sustainability, and community engagement. The institution emphasises learning from nature and from each other, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment where students develop as global citizens committed to serving humanity and the planet.

UWC Costa Rica is looking for an experienced and committed English Teacher, reporting to the Academic Director.

UWC Costa Rica seeks a qualified IB English B and Language Support Teacher for the 2026–2027 academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum while supporting students’ intellectual, social, and ethical development.

The teacher will contribute actively to the broader life of the school, including co-curricular activities, experiential education, and the residential life programme. This role requires a collaborative educator who values diversity, sustainability, and global citizenship, and who is committed to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments for an international student body

Responsibilities

• Teach IB English B and provide language support to students in accordance with IB standards.
• Design and deliver engaging, inquiry-based lessons that foster critical thinking and communication skills.
• Support students’ academic and personal development within a diverse international classroom.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate experiential learning and sustainability into the curriculum.
• Participate in co-curricular programmes, including Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS) activities.
• Contribute to the residential life programme and support students in a boarding school environment.
• Engage in weekend duties and supervision responsibilities when required.
• Promote inclusive learning communities that encourage intercultural understanding and collaboration.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, leadership, and students to support the holistic educational experience of the institution.

Skills and preferred experience

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field with specialisation in English.
• A recognised teaching qualification for teaching English as a foreign language.
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience; experience in international schools is preferred.
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is an advantage.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Competency in Spanish or willingness to learn.
• Experience with experiential learning approaches.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Collaborative mindset and flexibility in teaching approaches.
• Interest in promoting sustainability and environmental awareness within education.
• Experience teaching Theory of Knowledge (TOK) is desirable

Equal opportunities and values

• UWC Costa Rica is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse community aligned with the values of the United World Colleges movement. The institution encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and seeks educators who embrace diversity, empathy, reciprocity, and accountability.
• We are dedicated to fostering a learning environment where students and staff from different cultures and perspectives learn from one another while working toward a more peaceful and sustainable world.