Early Years EAL Teacher & Learning Support Assistant

Job offer

Riverside International School, a leading British International School in Prague, is seeking a passionate and experienced EAL Teacher & Learning Support Assistant. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework and has between 45-50 students enrolled.

With 720 students aged 3–18, Riverside is renowned for its academic excellence, high student achievement, and dedication to student leadership and voice.

As a not-for-profit institution, Riverside reinvests in its future development, ensuring outstanding facilities and resources. High-quality teaching and learning are complemented by the Skills for Life Programme, which promotes personal growth, well-being, and community development.

We are looking for well-qualified and experienced staff who are enthusiastic about working in a multi-faith, multicultural environment and supportive of the school’s Christian ethos, which welcomes families of all faiths and none.

The position commences August 20th, 2026.

EAL responsibilities include the following:

• To provide EAL learners with English language skills of life-long value, specifically to improve their communicative ability in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
• To demonstrate a clear understanding of how language and literacy are developed in children.
• To support varying levels of English language proficiency while teaching EAL classes and working with individuals or small groups of students.
• To conduct a comprehensive assessment of English language proficiency for placement and support (of prospective and new students).
• Provide teachers with effective strategies and accessible resources to support English language development within the classroom, ensuring alignment with best practices in language acquisition.

LSA responsibilities include:

• Collaborate closely with the teaching team to tailor support and resources for our student
• Organizing and supervising group activities within the classroom
• Assisting with field visits or educational outings
• Supervising breaks and lunchtimes
• Supporting the after school extended day programme

The hours of work are 7:45am – 4:45pm, Monday - Friday.

Candidates should be proficient in English and should feel comfortable working with children in an international environment.

Please apply in writing by sending your CV and Cover Letter in English.

More information about the school can be found on our website www.riversideschool.cz.

Riverside School is committed to child protection, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers, International Child Protection Certificate Checks and other appropriate criminal background checks.