Subject Matter Expert – ELT

Role Overview

We are looking for a ELT Subject Matter Expert to author contextual vocabulary activities specifically for adult learners working within the UK National Framework (Entry Level 1 to Level 2 / CEFR A1-C1). The core of this role is ‘Language Grading’—the ability to write authentic British English sentences that are strictly controlled for difficulty according to the learner’s level.

Key Responsibilities

• Level-Specific Authoring: Create vocabulary sentences that strictly adhere to the linguistic constraints of Levels 1 through 5 (Entry 1 to Level 2).
• Functional Adult Contexts: Develop content focused on UK-specific life skills, professional communication, and everyday British interactions.
• Template Discipline: Populate highly structured activity templates with 100% accuracy, including specific metadata for word classes and difficulty markers.
• Linguistic Accuracy: Ensure all content reflects contemporary British usage, spelling, and social norms.

Education & Certified Experience

• Required: Minimum Level 5 Teaching Qualification (CELTA or Trinity CertTESOL).
• Preferred: Level 7 Qualification (DELTA/DipTESOL) or MA in Applied Linguistics.
• Experience: 3-5+ years teaching Adult ESOL or Functional Skills English in a UK setting.
• Technical Skill: Demonstrated ability to ‘grade’ language—writing simple sentences for beginners without sounding patronising or childish.

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