Teacher - Modern Foreign Languages (French or Spanish)

The School

At Queen Elizabeth’s Global School, Gurugram, we proudly extend the distinguished legacy of Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet—one of the United Kingdom’s most celebrated academic institutions. Founded on centuries of tradition and intellectual rigour, our branch schools uphold an uncompromising commitment to academic excellence, character formation, and cultural enrichment.

Our vision is to cultivate dynamic, world-class learning environments where the next generation of confident, able, and responsible young people are shaped. We challenge our students to think independently, lead with purpose, and embrace a global perspective—all within a community that values tradition, discipline, and innovation.

By blending the timeless values of our founding school with the opportunities of a rapidly evolving world, we ignite curiosity, inspire ambition, and prepare our students to make meaningful contributions to society—as scholars, leaders, and changemakers.

The Opportunity

Queen Elizabeth’s School, Gurugram is seeking an exceptional and passionate Modern Foreign Languages Teacher to inspire a love of languages and global cultures in our students.

This is an exciting opportunity to teach French and Spanish across the school within a vibrant, values-driven school that celebrates linguistic diversity. You will deliver dynamic, immersive lessons that spark curiosity, build fluency, and empower students to become confident communicators and culturally aware global citizens.

As a key member of our Languages Department, you will shape an ambitious and inclusive curriculum, lead engaging cultural initiatives, and contribute to our mission of developing confident, able, and responsible young people.

If you are an outstanding practitioner who brings creativity, high expectations, and a genuine passion for language education, we would be delighted to hear from you.

The Role

Job Title: Modern Foreign Languages Teacher

Reporting to: Director of Multilingual Programmes

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver engaging and immersive lessons across all levels, using communicative and contextual approaches to develop fluency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.

• Teach in accordance with the Cambridge International Curriculum guidelines, ensuring that students are well-prepared for Checkpoint, IGCSE, and A-level exams.

• Foster an inclusive classroom where language acquisition is both joyful and rigorous, incorporating games, literature, film, music, debates, and real-life communication tasks.

• Integrate language-learning technologies and blended learning tools to enhance instruction (e.g., language apps, audio tools, Google Workspace, Padlet).

Curriculum & Assessment

• Develop differentiated lesson plans and materials to meet varied student needs and language proficiencies.

• Design internal assessments and prepare students for Cambridge benchmark exams.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide regular, actionable feedback.

• Collaborate with curriculum leaders to develop a cohesive, vertically aligned language learning progression across school levels.

Cultural Engagement & Enrichment

• Lead or contribute to cultural celebrations, language-themed weeks, exchange programmes, or international days to foster global awareness.

• Organise events such as language clubs, film screenings, French café simulations, or student-led theatre performances.

• Encourage participation in external certifications or language competitions (e.g., DELF for French, DELE for Spanish, Fit in Deutsch for German).

Collaboration & Community

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines to support integrated, cross-curricular projects.

• Support pastoral care initiatives and contribute to a positive school culture rooted in respect, inclusion, and student wellbeing.

• Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress, goals, and engagement.

Professional Development

• Stay updated with developments in modern language pedagogy and Cambridge International frameworks.

• Engage in school-provided CPD, attend relevant workshops/conferences, and share best practices with colleagues.

• Model lifelong learning and a passion for languages, inspiring students and staff alike.

The Person

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Foreign Languages, Applied Linguistics, or related fields.

• Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., B.Ed., PGCE, QTS, or equivalent).

• Familiarity with CEFR and Cambridge International language curriculum.

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience teaching French, Spanish, or German in an international, bilingual, or Cambridge International Curriculum school.

• Experience with examination preparation for IGCSE and/or A-level.

Personal Qualities

• Strong pedagogical knowledge with ability to balance academic rigour and creativity.

• Proficient with educational technology, collaborative tools, and online learning platforms.

• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and the holistic development of students.

Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools are an equal opportunities employer and are deeply committed to safeguarding our students, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. We expect all staff and members of our community to share this commitment and to promptly report any concerns about a student’s or community member’s safety or wellbeing. Applicants must be willing to undergo rigorous child protection screening, including checks with past employers and providing Police Clearance Certificates from all countries that the applicant has resided in.