BOOST zoekt Engels docenten / BOOST is looking for English teachers

BOOST is an inclusive community space where newcomers with a refugee background come together with other Amsterdammers and a wide range of organizations to work on integration. This is done in an informal and accessible way. By participating in BOOST’s programme and activities, newcomers (re)build resilience and develop the skills, insights, and connections they need to take part fully in society.

Many participants at BOOST want to improve their English. In the language café, they expand their vocabulary and practice speaking, while in the lessons they learn about grammar and sentence structure. BOOST is not a formal language school; the lessons are intended to help people with learning the English language while they wait or prepare for other opportunities. Classes are offered at levels A1, A2, B1, and B2. Most groups work with the Cambridge English Empower method.

You will teach once a week to a fixed group of 10–15 participants. You will work quite independently, but there is regular coordination with other English teachers. At the moment, we are especially looking for teachers for beginner and intermediate groups (A1 and A2).

WHAT KNOWLEDGE OR SKILLS ARE REQUIRED?
Enthusiasm to help everyone practice English in an accessible and low-threshold way
Affinity with the target group
Availability on a regular basis
Willingness to participate in peer reflection meetings and contribute to the broader goals of BOOST

WHAT DO YOU GET IN RETURN?
A place in a lively community where you collaborate with people with and without a refugee background
Plenty of room for your own initiative, both within the sessions and within BOOST as a whole
Practical support and access to materials for teaching English as a second language
A trial period and guidance from experienced volunteers
Informative and social gatherings with all BOOST volunteers

WHAT IS THE ADDED VALUE OF THIS VOLUNTEER WORK?
Personal contact with participants
Contributing to the integration, inclusion, and future prospects of newcomers
Being part of a large social initiative with a wide range of activities and events

WORKING HOURS
To be agreed (Monday to Friday between 10:00–17:00)

HOW TO APPLY
Send a short motivation (optionally with a CV) via the response function on this website. We will get in touch with you as soon as possible.