Nermien Ismail American School

  Egypt

Cairo

Length of Position: one or two year contracts

Description: Seeking motivated educators to help build our new school program.

The Nermine Ismail American School (NIAS) is looking for teachers for various grade levels and subjects who are interested in being part of developing an American-style education program. Our focus in hiring is finding people with attitude. As we are a work-in-progress we need faculty who are eager to take on new challenges and work towards both long and short-term goals. A willingness to invest time, energy and emotion is a must.

Qualifications: Job Requirements

Experience Working With Young People: A teaching certification is desired but not required. Having mentored or led young people within the context of an educational program is a must.

Cultural Sensitivity: Open-mindedness is not enough. Your students, parents, many co-workers and neighbors will all be part of a tradition very different from yours. You will be a welcomed guest and an ambassador for American-style education. Awareness, respect and often adaption will be necessary for your success.

Dedication: This is not just a job. You will not simply be punching the clock. Things don't happen easily in Egypt and to accomplish your goals you should be willing to commit to follow-through. You must believe in your mission! This is true on the small scale (within your classroom) and on the larger scale (in regards to the growth of the program).

Patience and Flexibility: You will need to roll with the punches and to approach frustrations with a mind to creative problem solving.

Salary / Pay: Cairo, Egypt has an extensive and active expatriate community. Living and working in this modern-ancient city can be the experience of a lifetime or, if so inclined, the launching-pad for a career overseas. Salary packages are low in comparison with positions in the U.S. and Europe. However, cost-of-living is low as well. Most educators are able to cover expenses, travel on holidays and still save up to 30-40% of their salary. Final salary offer is based on educational background and years of experience.

Experience Required: yes

A teaching certification is desired but not required. Having mentored or led young people within the context of an educational program is a must.

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Egypt Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Resume

Nermien Ismail American School's Mission Statement: The mission of the Nermien Ismail American School is to educate Egypt's future leaders by providing them with a challenging learning environment that develops critical thinking and teaches students to be life-long learners. We believe in the value and dignity of all human beings and give respect to everyone without regard to gender, race, religion or national or ethnic origin. We believe in the potential of the parent-student-school partnership to foster a sense of community responsibility for the learning process.

Year Founded: 2004