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Teach in Portugal

Portugal is known for its mild climate, lively cities, and rugged countryside. Add to that 850 km of beaches and 3,000 hours of sunshine per year, and it’s clear why Portugal is the perfect place for those seeking teaching jobs abroad.

Top English teaching jobs in Portugal

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Teaching in portugal, options for teaching jobs in portugal.

Experienced, qualified teachers looking to teach in private international schools will find opportunity in Portugal. Schools often look to hire teachers with a minimum of two years worth of relevant teaching experience.

For those interested in teaching English in Portugal, you’ll have the opportunity to work in either a public or private school setting. As with most opportunities in Europe, these positions are competitive and schools generally look to hire teachers with a TEFL certificate and a minimum of 100 classroom hours.

Salary while teaching in Portugal

Depending on the avenue you take for teaching in Portugal, salaries will vary, though teachers are able to live comfortably. Some private schools in smaller towns may include boarding options in their salary package, however, teachers are often expected to find their own accommodations. The average salary for teaching in Portugal per month is around €1,000.

When to apply to teach in Portugal

Many positions in Portugal follow the standard school year — this means that more positions will open come August and September. The Teach Away job board will begin to list positions for this time of year in March or April. A smaller number of positions are often posted in the spring for summer courses, so those interested in arriving in Portugal for the summer, look at the job board around January or February.

What you need to teach in Portugal

Qualifications to teach in portugal.

To teach English in a private language school in Portugal, employers often require candidates to have a bachelor’s degree as well as a TESOL or TEFL certificate from a reputable school.

Visas to teach in Portugal

Non-EU citizens looking to work in Portugal will need a work permit (called an Autoriza çã o de Trabalho ). If you secure a teaching job in Portugal in advance of your travels, your employer can apply for the permit on your behalf from the local labor office. Teachers will also need an entry visa from the Portuguese Immigration Office ( Servi ç os de Estangeiras e Fronteiras ).

Arrival in Portugal

Once you arrive in Portugal to teach, you will need to get a Residency Card ( Cart ã o de Residencia ). This official legal document is a requirement for all Portuguese residents that can be obtained from the Portuguese Immigration Office.

Living in Portugal

Things for teachers to do in Portugal

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Portugal at a glance

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Capital: Lisbon

Language: Portuguese

Population: 10,084,245

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Government: Parliamentary Republic

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Portugal’s climate is the hottest in Europe, at almost 3,000 sunny hours a year.

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This section will give you an overview of what is like to work in Portugal, the school and its programs, as well as a link to apply for a teaching or an administrative position. If after browsing, you still have questions, please write to [email protected] .

In most years, CAISL hires between 3 and 8 teachers for our faculty of 90. We have an American curriculum at all grade levels and, additionally, offer the IB Diploma Program in the last two years of high school.

We are looking for excellent teachers who are expert in their teaching fields, who love teaching and students, and who are willing and able to make a two-year commitment.

Aligned with the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.

More about the country

Living in lisbon, portugal, what i really like about living in portugal, what i really dislike about living in portugal.

Portugal is an excellent place to live. Outdoors people have beaches, mountains, superb camping and hiking, and a climate among the best in Europe. City people have museums, concerts, medieval villages, and a wide array of cultural activities.

Portugal is a country of contrasts. There are ultra-modern housing developments and shopping malls, with US, British, and German products for sale and first-release movies in English.

There are also quaint villages, breath-taking churches, medieval monuments, and sections of even the capital city in which you will believe you are back 500 years. The night life is active with discos open until the wee hours of the morning.

An excellent meal in a mid-range restaurant will cost about 20-30 euros per person. The stores have everything you could wish to buy, although you will pay a premium for some imported goods. The best food for the lowest prices is found in the weekly farmers’ markets. The public transportation system is excellent with trains, buses, and trolleys taking you anywhere in the country you could wish to go.

Of course, every country has its frustrating elements. Although Portugal is one of the the least expensive countries in Europe, some things are expensive relative to salaries. Portugal is also “wrapped in red tape” (to quote one of our teachers). Getting any documents is a lengthy and frustrating process because the procedure for getting “legal” tends to change regularly and without warning.

• The weather (this year)
• Safety—Portugal is a very safe country. Except for pocket-picking in the tourist areas, the crime rate is low and violent crime is extremely rare.
• The sense of history and the historic sites
• Lisbon itself is very unspoiled, very undiscovered.
• The “laid-back” way of life.
• Lots of wonderful day-trips possible.
• Wide variety of “American” things—fast food and shopping malls, Pizza Hut and Starbucks
• Public transportation is excellent—very easy to get around.
• The “café culture” and long leisurely lunches and dinners.
• The proximity to the ocean—great for swimming, wind-surfing, and “beach-bumming”
• Year-round variety of fruits and vegetables
• Open-Air markets for food, clothes, and housewares
• The drivers and the traffic—very dangerous with buses going in both directions on a one-way street and cars making three lanes out of two.
• The red-tape, indescribable rules and regulations related to visas, taxes, etc. Just as you think you understand and can get something done, the rules change and you have to start all over.
• More and more American fast food restaurants and shopping centers; Pizza Hut and Starbucks have invaded!
• Many items, especially imported one, are expensive relative to salaries.  
• AirBnB and other tourist accommodations make finding affordable housing increasing challenging.
• Too many tourists in Portugal these days!
• Little concept of customer service—the “laid-back” attitude is fine until you need something done.

More about CAISL

Academic program, daily schedule, expectations of teachers, what i really like about teaching at caisl.

CAISL seeks to blend the best from the United States model of education with the best from a variety of national systems. Students take Portuguese as either a foreign or a native language through 10th grade. We have an EAL program for students Grades 1 through 8 and at varying levels of fluency. We are accredited by the Middle States Association (MSA) Commission on Elementary and Secondary Education, and by the International Baccalaureate Organization and operate under permanent license from the Portuguese Ministry of Education.

Almost all of our students go on to university either immediately after high school or after a gap year. This means that we work to challenge the students academically. We don't expect all of the students to achieve A's; we do expect them to learn how to be responsible, to become giving members of the school community, and to push themselves intellectually. Our academic program reflects these goals.

Teachers are actively involved in curriculum writing and there is room for curricular innovation and adaptation at all levels in consultation with colleagues and administrators. Teachers are expected to reach the curricular goals in the ways they deem effective and to communicate their objectives and assessment procedures in a timely and professional manner to students, parents, colleagues, and administrators.

All classes place a premium on communicating effectively and learning the skills of finding and assessing information rather than have having the information handed to them by the teacher.

The IB Diploma Program is available for students in grades 11 and 12 in addition to the American High School Diploma.

Primary/Elementary classes are self-contained for core classes (reading, writing, spelling, math, social studies, science). Specialists teach Portuguese as a Foreign language, Portuguese as a Native Language, Music, Art, Computers, and Physical Education.

Secondary School teachers teach 5 or 6 classes. Classes meet for 90 minutes every other day on an alternating block.  

As part of their regular assignment, teachers also have lunch/recess duty, attend at least one meeting each week after school, and meet frequently with parents, usually either during their preparation periods or immediately after school.

The first class of the day starts at 08h20 and the last class ends at 15h45.

• Uses activities which ensure student participation
• Relates activities to the daily lives of students in a meaningful context.
• Ensures that the instruction and learning activities are differentiated according to the level of the students collectively and individually
• Helps students to become Creative Problem Solvers by exposing them to a variety of challenging and creative “active learning” lessons. 
• Demonstrates commitment to ensuring that our students become Effective Communicators who express and interpret ideas using appropriate means.
• Promotes life-long learning in a meaningful context through active inquiry, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Promotes and establishes good work habits that will give students the necessary tools to become lifelong learners.
• Effectively uses IT in delivery of instruction and in assessment
• Assists students to form broad conceptual understandings while gaining depth of knowledge
• Elicits deep, engaged, active learning for all students regardless of discipline or instructional level
• Inspires student-learners to strive for individual and collective excellence
• Has extensive depth and breadth of content knowledge in his/her teaching field allowing him/her to respond to student interest and questions “on the spot.”
• Has extensive knowledge of the academic, social, and emotional development of children and/or adolescents providing him/her with the basis for adapting lessons and providing support.
• Has extensive knowledge of the current developments not only in his/her own academic discipline but in related disciplines, allowing him/her to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to lessons. 
• Has extensive knowledge of current developments in the area of academic, social, and emotional development of children and/or adolescents and applies selected developments to his/her own work
• Demonstrates personal commitment to life-long learning
• Planning includes Goals, Assessments, Learning Activities, Resources, Content, Character Counts, and Reflections. 
• Ensures student learning of the standards and benchmarks adopted by CAISL and takes students beyond them.
• Organization of classroom and lessons shows expertise in planning and adaptability whether working with full-class activities or individualized instruction within the classroom setting.
• Demonstrates mission-consistent discipline in all instances. 
• Sets high—but not uniform—behavioral standards and expectations for all students.
• Develops and maintains a classroom atmosphere in which students are self-directed and which inspires learning.
• Models and promotes well-mannered and respectful interactions with students.
• Provides a caring and safe environment that supports diverse learner needs.

Specific expectations related to the Division of the School are:

Early Childhood Teachers

• To be available IN CLASSROOM from 8:15a.m to supervise children and greet parents
• To attend extra-curricular student-based events
• To have a specific area supervision (break/duty/bus) as assigned
• To have a full-day schedule of student supervision and/or instruction as needed with the youngest students
• To periodically attend extra-curricular events coordinated by colleagues or Parent Support Group.

Elementary Teachers

• To attend Winter Concert, Spring Show, and other extra-curricular student-based events
• To chaperone the  week-long Gredos trip (5th grade teachers and others as needed)
• To have five or six 45-minute periods of instruction including scheduled/emergency subbing as assigned

Middle School Teachers

To participate in the planning and chaperoning of MS trips and activities which include:

"Week without Walls" (6th Grade goes 3 days to Évora, 7th Grade does a five-day trip to the Iberian Peninsula, and 8th Grade goes five days to Gredos)

One MS Camping Trip

Three MS Dances per year

Environmental or community service projects

• To coordinate and plan activities for an Advisory group (as assigned)
• To have five or six periods of instruction including scheduled/emergency subbing as assigned

High School Teachers

To participate in the planning and chaperoning of HS Trips and that include:

Student club(s) or activities such as National Honor Society, Student Council, Community Service, Pi Day, MUN, Scavenger Hunt, etc.

Overnight trips when needed.

• Having students of different nationalities
• Supportive colleagues, administration, staff, and parents
• Great Facilities!
• Positive/creative curriculum that allows teacher input and flexibility

Click on the link to learn about current positions and to apply.

PLEASE NOTE:

• For teaching positions , we require a university degree equivalent to an American Bachelor's or higher, certification, and a minimum of two years of experience.  
• CAISL is also accepting letters of interest and resumes from those living in Lisbon who are interested in short-term and/or long-term substitute teaching .

CAISL is a student-centered educational community in which we challenge ourselves and each other to do our best and to make positive contributions to our diverse and ever-changing world.

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Looking to embark on a rewarding career teaching English in Portugal? You’re in the right place! Portugal offers abundant opportunities for English teachers, with a growing demand for language education across the country.

English teaching jobs in Portugal can be found in a variety of settings, including private language schools, international schools, universities, and businesses. Whether you’re interested in teaching young learners, adults, or professionals, there are positions available to suit your preferences and qualifications.

One of the key advantages of teaching English in Portugal is the opportunity to immerse yourself in the country’s rich culture and history while making a positive impact on students’ lives. From exploring historic landmarks to enjoying the vibrant nightlife, Portugal offers an exciting and rewarding experience for English teachers.

In addition to cultural immersion, teaching English in Portugal provides competitive salaries and benefits. Many schools and institutions offer perks such as paid vacation time, health insurance, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Furthermore, Portugal’s strategic location within Europe makes it an ideal base for traveling and exploring other European countries during holidays and breaks.

To find English teaching jobs in Portugal, consider networking with professionals in the education sector, attending job fairs or recruitment events, and exploring Jobs in Portugal platform and school websites. Many schools and language institutes advertise vacancies year-round, so keep an eye out for opportunities that match your skills and experience.

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Head of Humanities

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