Hourly Paid Teacher - Freelance at British Council

Dhaka, Dhaka Division, Bangladesh -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jan, 26

Salary

1470.0

Posted On

03 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

English Language Teaching, Lesson Planning, Student Support, Course Development, Professional Development, Safeguarding, Technology Integration, Feedback Provision, Cultural Understanding, Classroom Management, Teaching Young Learners, Teaching Adults, Communication Skills, Team Collaboration, Adaptability, Creativity

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. We connect. We inspire. About us The British Council in Bangladesh, with main teaching centres in Dhaka at Fuller Road and BRAC University and the new Young Learner Centre in Uttara, serves 4,000-5,000 students per term and provides English training to public and private sector clients. With over 70 years of presence, it has a strong brand and reputation for quality English education and international exams, playing a key role in education and cultural exchange. While English is widely taught, proficiency levels are generally modest (CEF A1-B1), making language improvement crucial for students and professionals seeking local and global opportunities. Role Purpose The role supports the British Council's global English strategy by delivering teaching to the highest standards of English language teaching (ELT), ensuring students receive quality instruction that aligns with international benchmarks. In addition, it emphasizes continuing professional development, encouraging the sharing of best practices among educators to foster a culture of learning and improvement within the organisation. Role Accountabilities Teaching and Classroom Work : Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons for adults and/or young learners, considering different learning styles. Use technology in the classroom to support learning and complete teaching tasks to the required standards. Teachers with experience or interest in corporate or teacher training may also work on related projects. Student Support and Course Improvement: Monitor student progress and give regular feedback to help learners improve and become more independent. Work with the teaching team to develop and improve courses, materials, and related services, and complete necessary administrative tasks. Professional Growth and Safeguarding: Take part in professional development to maintain high teaching standards and stay up-to-date with best practices. Build positive relationships with students and help them understand contemporary UK culture. Follow all safeguarding and child protection guidelines and complete mandatory training. Qualifications and Experience Candidates should hold a first degree (or equivalent) and a Cambridge CELTA or Trinity Cert TESOL, with high proficiency in English (IELTS Band 8/9 in all sections of the academic module). They should have at least 2 years of post-certificate teaching experience, including substantial hours teaching relevant age groups: Secondary and Adult learners (16+) and Young Learners (6-15). Important information: Hourly rate: BDT 1050 - 1470 per hour (depending on qualification and work experience). Contract type: Local Contract Contract Hours: minimum 12 hours/week - depending on the teaching requirements. Work schedule: Teaching courses are mostly delivered on Fridays and Saturdays. This may be subject to change as per need with depending on the teaching requirements. A freelance teacher will be given one or more classes. The teacher must be able to cover the full-term teaching schedule for this / these classes. For example, a class every Sunday at 14:45 - 17:15 for the full ten-week term. There will also be stand-by and long-term cover work available. Local restrictions on employment: Applicants must have the right to work in Bangladesh. The work visa will not be provided for this role Closing date and time: Wednesday, 15th October 2025 (23:59 Indian Standard Time) A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and 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. 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

Responsibilities

The role involves planning and delivering high-quality English lessons while ensuring that students receive quality instruction aligned with international benchmarks. Additionally, it includes monitoring student progress and participating in professional development to maintain high teaching standards.