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EF Education First·San Diego, California
ESL Teacher · $21 - $23/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 44 posted classroom teacher roles in San Diego, California rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.
Pay for this role is about 33% below the San Diego, California median for classroom teacher roles.
Teachers are responsible for planning and delivering engaging, student-centered English lessons to international students at various proficiency levels. They must also maintain accurate academic records, assess student progress, and contribute positively to the campus community.
EF International Language Campus in San Diego is seeking energetic, engaging, and student-centered English teachers to join our academic team.
This is an excellent opportunity for educators who enjoy working in an international environment and helping students from around the world strengthen their English skills, build confidence, and experience life in the United States.
Teachers are responsible for delivering high-quality, interactive English lessons to international students at a range of proficiency levels. Our teachers create welcoming, inclusive classrooms where students are encouraged to participate actively, communicate in English, and take ownership of their learning.
Classes may include general English, communication-focused courses, and special-interest lessons. Teachers should be comfortable adapting lessons to meet the needs of students from different cultural, educational, and linguistic backgrounds.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and a recognized teaching certification such as TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA. Applicants are required to have authorization to work legally in the United States.
Applicants should have availability beginning Monday, September 7th for a 20 hour orientation week. Teaching would begin September 14th.
Selected candidates will be expected to attend a required orientation and training before beginning their teaching assignment.
$20.97–$23.47 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Hours are based on student enrollment, scheduling needs, and teacher availability.
EF Education First is an international education company dedicated to opening the world through education. Our San Diego campus welcomes students from around the world who come to improve their English, experience American culture, and connect with an international community.
Our teachers play an essential role in creating a meaningful and memorable educational experience for every student.
EF International Language Campus is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and learning environment.
Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your teaching experience, availability, and interest in working with international students.
Some companies are in the business of banking.
Others are in the business of shoes.
Or sports.
Or soft drinks.
At EF, we're in a different kind of business.
One that's a little less tangible, and a lot more important.
Because our business, what we make, makes everything else possible.
We're in the business of understanding.
Between people.
Between cultures.
For over half a century we’ve been the leader in international educational programs and experiences designed to foster such understanding.
Through language, cultural exchange, academic studies, and educational travel, we create the kinds of immersive experiences that challenge biases, open minds, and pave the way for a more understanding world.
You’ll find our offices and schools located in some of the world’s greatest cities, and filled with smart, driven people (over 50,000 of us) who push each other to be better every day.
But it’s what we do together - building greater understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a better world - that makes all the difference.
Founded in 1965 in Sweden, EF (Education First) is a global association of education companies that share a common mission of opening the world through education.
EF has been recognized on Forbes 2025 and 2024 World’s Best Employers and 2024 Top Companies for Women lists, Fast Company’s 2025 Next Big Things In Tech, and was a 2024 App Store Award winner in Cultural Impact.
At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another.
Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.
We're dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education, harnessing the power of language learning to deepen the connection between people across the globe.
We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they’re spoken.
Through blending classroom-based lessons with interactive exercises and real-world practice, our courses bring you to the heart of the language.
Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.
EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.
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