The Really Great Teacher Company is looking for a Specialized Online ESL Teacher for a unique, high-impact role. You will work fully remotely as a bilingual instructor delivering English language instruction to blind, deaf, and deafblind children in Costa Rica, using adapted and accessible materials.
What You'll Do
- Work directly with blind, deaf, and deafblind children in Costa Rica via online sessions.
- Deliver one-on-one and small group ESL instruction using adapted and accessible materials.
- Teach English as the language of instruction.
What We're Looking For
- Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (C1–C2 or native proficiency in both).
- Based in Central or South America.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher (Education, Special Education, or related field preferred).
- Accredited TEFL/TESOL/CELTA certification (120 hours or above).
- Formal qualification or proven experience in Special Needs Education — specifically in visual impairment (TVI), deaf education (TOD), or deafblindness.
- Minimum 1 year of teaching experience, including students with disabilities.
- No criminal record.
Nice to Have
- Sign language proficiency — LSCo (Costa Rican Sign Language) or other national sign language.
- Certified Braille proficiency (Unified English Braille or equivalent national standard).
- Deafblind communication methods: Tactile ASL, hand-over-hand guidance, object cues.
- Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.
- Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and adapted curriculum design.
- Post-graduate diploma or specialization in Inclusive or Special Education.
- Familiarity with certifications from CED, CSET/AASEP, IBCCES, or American Board Special Education.
Benefits & Compensation
- Access to free professional development via Inspire Academy (courses on online ESL pedagogy, UDL, inclusive education).
- Structured onboarding and dedicated support team.
- Community through Evolve Program (wellness initiatives, virtual events, peer networking).
Work Mode
This is a fully remote position. Candidates must be based in Central or South America.
