TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE: This is the common purpose that we share as educators at Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro. It is the fundamental belief that drives all of us as we work with the EARJ community to offer a world-class American international education.
JOIN OUR TEAM! If you would like to join our enthusiastic, committed team and make a real difference in education, please submit an application with your updated resume and cover letter to opportunities@earj.com.br.
EARJ is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to rigorous checks and the interview process will include safeguarding and staff conduct.
JOB VACANCIES
We are building a team of teachers, leaders and administrative professionals to support the learning mission of the school.
Please see below the current opportunities.
Barra Campus
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Lower School Learning Support Teacher to join our Barra campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy OR Normal teaching course plus Teaching License degree and Postgraduate degree in Specialist Education 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Lower School Elementary Teacher to join our Barra campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate holds a pedagogy degree and is qualified to Masters degree level; 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, believes in the value of teaching students not subjects.
If you feel that you are open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference. Join us and contribute to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Upper School Portuguese/Spanish Teacher to join our Barra campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Portuguese/Spanish Teaching License degree and is qualified to Masters degree level; 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Upper School Library Assistant to join our Barra campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Teaching license in Librarianship; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Upper School Inclusion Assistant to join our Barra campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor Degree in Pedagogy or Psychology; Previous experience with special needs children; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
Gávea Campus
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Lower School Art Teacher to join our Gavea campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Pedagogy and Art License degree; 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Upper School Science Teacher (MYP Science and DP Biology) to join our Gávea campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a Biology License degree and is qualified to Masters degree level; 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
EARJ is looking for an experienced and accomplished Upper School English Teacher to join our Gávea campus team for July 2024.
The ideal candidate has a English Teaching License degree and is qualified to Masters degree level; 3-5 years of experience as a lead teacher – preferred if in an international school context; a skillful practitioner in multilingual classrooms; a motivated learner who accepts responsibility for their own growth; someone who thrives in an atmosphere of transformational leadership; is passionate about learning and skilled in high-impact 21st century instruction; and, most importantly, teaches students not subjects. If you feel that you are culturally open-minded and have an optimistic growth mindset, then EARJ is the place where you can make a difference.
Contributes to a community that is inclusive, culturally sensitive and equitable, and in which everyone experiences a strong sense of belonging.
Staff
Teaching Assistant (Gávea)
Building Technician (Gávea)
Finance Assistant (Gávea)
TO APPLY
- Interested candidates can apply by sending a CV in English to opportunities@earj.com.br
- In the Subject line of the email clearly indicate what position(s) you are applying for.
- Please note EARJ will only review applications in English.