International School of Pemba

  Mozambique

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Pemba

Length of Position: 1 year contract

Description: We are seeking dynamic innovative Elementary School Teachers for Reception Year/Kindergarden/Grade 0/Grade RR (the year before Grade 1) to Grade 8 to teach in the beautiful coastal town of Pemba, which is located in the northern part of Mozambique, Africa.

We are an emergent international school of 2 years who accommodate children from Grades 0-8. Together our Teachers and Children represent 12 nationalities.

We provide a friendly and open atmosphere where everyone can grow and expand in a positive and caring environment.

We follow the Cambridge Curriculum and materials.

Currently our class sizes are very small accommodating less than 10 students per grade, therefore a teacher might be required to teach more than one grade.

Teaching materials will be provided.

Language of Instruction: English, an ability to speak Portuguese would be an advantage. It is important to note that for many of children English is not their home language.

Teaching Schedule:
5 days per week (Monday through Friday)
Working hours are 07h15 to 15h00 daily.

Compensation:
This is a volunteer position, for an Elementary Teacher (with an Educational Qualification). We will pay a Stipend of USD 600 per month. Please note that even though we have given a USD stipend amount above, we will pay all teachers in Meticais, the offical currency of Mozambique.

Contract:
The initial contract is for 1 year of teaching. The ideal commitment will run from January through December 2010. We are however currently seeking applications from individuals who are available on April 2010.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and/or Early Childhood Education.

Desired Qualifications/Experience/Personal Requirements:
* Bachelors degree with Teaching Certificate preferable
* Dedicated to Early Childhood Education & enjoys working with children
* Enthusiastic, dynamic & creative
* Professionalism, organizational abilities, good communication skills & a team player
* Ability to work in a rural environment with limited resources

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Salary / Pay: The Elementary Teacher position is a volunteer position with a stipend of 500.00/600.00 USD per month depending on qualifications and experience.

Experience Required: yes

experience requirements are listed above. Nearly qualified graduates are encouraged to apply.

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Mozambique Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

International School of Pemba's Mission Statement: The International School of Pemba is a non profit private initiative which was introduced in 2007 by parents residing in Pemba, to provide a safe and secure environment in which to privately educate children in the English language to a high and internationally accredited standard. The school is open to children from all nationalities, cultures and religions.

Year Founded: 2007