English / Portuguese Language Professor

About the role

Academia Poliglota Global, a language training centre offering professional instruction, translation and interpretation services, is hiring an English / Portuguese Language Professor for a full-time, on-site position in Luanda Province, Angola. The professor delivers high-quality instruction in an on-site classroom, planning and teaching engaging lessons in English and Portuguese while assessing student progress and giving constructive feedback.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and design and adapt teaching materials
• Teach English and Portuguese, facilitating group and individual activities that encourage active participation and practical communication skills
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and performance
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum improvements
• Occasionally support translation or language-related customer inquiries

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Languages, Education, Linguistics or a related field; teaching certification or pedagogy training is an advantage
• Prior classroom teaching experience, ideally in language schools or higher education
• Training experience in educational or corporate settings, including facilitation of workshops or language programs
• Ability to work collaboratively, adapt to different learning styles and use basic educational technology and digital tools

Required skills

• Strong English teaching and Portuguese language teaching skills, with experience designing and delivering structured lessons
• Excellent communication, including clear instruction and active listening in multicultural classrooms
• Competence in translating between English and Portuguese, with attention to accuracy and cultural nuances
• Customer service and learner support skills