Job details
Company Description
Nazarbayev University’s Center for Preparatory Studies (CPS) is currently seeking qualified
teachers for our language courses: EAP or academic skills.
CPS operates a Foundation Year Program (NUFYP) which emphasizes academic English, mathematics, and a “Leadership” course to prepare students for Nazarbayev University’s undergraduate schools. The minimum English entry level into NUFYP is an overall IELTS of 5.5; all classes are taught in English.
Job Description
NUFYP Teaching Fellows teach up to 18 student-contact hours per week (lecture, seminars,office hours) and perform eight hours of support in working groups (e.g., materials development,assessment creation), and can volunteer with student clubs, serving on university committees, offering short courses in our learning center, or presenting professional development workshops.
Candidates with an interest in teaching academic skills in a content course are desired.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must have the qualifications, experience, character, and skills required
to effectively teach in an undergraduate preparatory program. These include:
Completed Master’s degree in an appropriate subject area (e.g., Education, EAP, TESL,
Applied Linguistics)
Teaching abilities – usually demonstrated through relevant work experience with
international foundation teaching experience preferred
The ability to teach in a multicultural educational environment and collaborate as a
supportive team member
Possessing a robust work ethic, exemplary professional behavior, and strong moral
character
Excellent communications skills – the ability to follow written and oral instructions
The ability to contribute NU’s core values
Salary and benefits
An internationally competitive salary
56 days of paid leave per year
Rent-free housing based on family size
Relocation allowance
International air tickets twice a year, including dependents
No-cost medical insurance with global coverage
Educational allowance for dependent children
How to apply
Curriculum Vitae: max 4 pages (normal font and spacing) and include (in the 4 pages) your
Contact Information for at least two referees and the contact information of your current/most
recent supervisor. Note: referees/employer will not be contacted unless you are shortlisted and
give permission.
2. A separate Cover Letter (max 1 page).
3. A separate document which includes: (1) a paragraph of about 100 words stating your
reason(s)/motivation for applying, (2) a single sentence of 50 words or less that describes your
teaching philosophy; and (3) the completion of the following sentences:
a) My educational background prepares me to teach in CPS because…
b) My professional experience prepares me to teach in a foundation program because…
c) My personality and character are suitable to work and live in Kazakhstan because…
Do not upload any other materials to your application at this time (only the three documents).
Prior to shortlisting, candidates may be asked to complete a Professional/Personality Task.
Candidates offered a contract must provide a background check, certification of degrees, and other documents as may be required.
Review of applications will begin immediately; applications received before 20 March 2026 will be accepted with final interviews planned for late-March; the position starts in early August2026.
Questions regarding the position can be addressed to the Director through Smart Recruiter.
Please submit your CV using this link: https://smrtr.io/x5tjV
Additional information can be found at the official website of Nazarbayev University www.nu.edu.kz.
Nazarbayev University is an EOE.