Online English Teacher (Portuguese-Speaking)

About the role

The Faculty Online Learning Group is hiring an online English teacher who speaks fluent Brazilian Portuguese to teach motivated young learners and teenagers from home. The role is remote, with a minimum of 10 teaching hours per week between 06:00 and 20:00 Eastern Time (subject to daylight saving adjustments); availability during peak demand (Monday to Thursday 16:00-20:00 ET and Saturday 2 hours) is essential. Alternative hours are available on enquiry.

Required profile

• Native-level or highly proficient English (C1/C2) and fluent Brazilian Portuguese.
• At least 2 years of experience teaching English online or in a traditional classroom.
• Accredited TEFL, TESOL or CELTA qualification (120 hours or more).
• Bachelor's degree in English, Translation, English Literature, Education or a related field, completed or in progress.
• Familiarity with CEFR frameworks and ESL assessment practices.
• Clear criminal record.

Technical requirements

• Computer with Intel Core i5 (2.40 GHz or higher) and at least 8 GB RAM.
• Reliable fibre internet with at least 20 Mbps upload and download, wired LAN connection.
• Power backup capable of supporting equipment for 4-5 hours is highly recommended.
• Noise-cancelling headset with microphone and HD webcam (720p or higher).
• Quiet, well-lit teaching space.

What we offer

• Pay of USD $6.00-$6.25 per hour.
• USD $80 referral bonus for each successful teacher referral.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Independent contractor agreement; start date is immediate after recruitment.