Lead Teacher of English

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Country/Location: Myanmar

Department: English and Teaching

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract, Local

Contract Duration: 2 years

Closing Date: 17th November 2026

Role Purpose:

To provide learners with a rewarding and stimulating English language learning experience. To promote and ensure quality teaching and effective learning of English. To support the wider aims of British Council and its cultural relations mission.

Main accountabilities:

The British Council Myanmar is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Lead Teacher to deliver high-quality English language teaching while providing academic leadership and support to the teaching team. The role will contribute to the British Council’s global English strategy, uphold its reputation as a world authority in English Language Teaching (ELT), and promote excellence in teaching and learning.

The postholder will plan, prepare and deliver engaging English language lessons that meet diverse learner needs and comply with British Council Global Teaching Standards. They will monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback and encourage learner development and autonomy, while actively engaging in their own professional development.

In addition to teaching, the Lead Teacher will support and mentor less experienced teachers through classroom observations, feedback and professional guidance. They may also lead academic initiatives, including teacher training, development projects, planning groups and the sharing of best teaching practices.

The role will involve contributing to teaching centre activities, supporting course and materials development, participating in staff meetings and promoting excellent customer service. The postholder will also build positive relationships with students and colleagues, support the British Council’s cultural relations mission and create opportunities for intercultural learning.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in English language teaching, sound knowledge of ELT practices and the ability to mentor and develop other teachers. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential. The successful candidate must also uphold British Council policies relating to safeguarding, data protection, equality, diversity and inclusion, special educational needs and disability, and health and safety.

Role specific knowledge, skills and experience:

• University degree or equivalent
• High proficiency in English i.e. CEFR level of C2/ IELTS Band 8+ in each of 4 sections of the academic module.
• Recognised diploma in EFL ie DELTA/ Trinity Diploma (TEFLq) or equivalent Cambridge CELTA/Trinity Certificate TESOL (TEFLi) or equivalent
• 4 years post-certificate experience (TEFLi) (and/or equivalent to 2,400 hours)
• Experience in teaching relevant age groups to be specified by the centre

Essential

• Primary aged 6 to 10 (400+ hours)
• Lower Secondary aged 11 to 14 (400+ hours)
• Upper Secondary aged 15 to 17 (400+ hours)
• University/Vocational students aged 18 to 25 (400+hours)
• Adults General English 18+ (800+ hours)

• Demonstrate subject knowledge
• Engage and motivate learners
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Plan and deliver coherent lessons
• Make use of assessment and feedback
• Manage teaching and learning resources

Condition of Employment:

Language: Strong English proficiency is crucial for this role, requiring fluency in both written and spoken communication to effectively navigate British Council systems and international operations.

Please note: Interviews will be conducted primarily in English. The successful candidate must be able to speak and write well in English, as this is essential for the role.

Relocation support is not provided.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and we welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability, and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent and we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
 
Safeguarding Statement 

The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.
If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email askhr@britishcouncil.org