We have an urgent need for a grades 3-5 teacher! Come and teach at the WASC accredited Ukarumpa International School – Primary Campus, in the cool highlands of Papua New Guinea. It is attended by 150 children from preschool to grade 6. We have a new school, good resources, supportive parents, and a committed and professional teaching staff. Face the challenge of teaching children from as many as 14 different countries in English whilst at the same time integrating a Christian worldview into your lessons. And, in all of this, you are supporting the eternal work of Bible translation!
Responsibilities:
* Appropriately plan for, and carry out, instruction of grade or age level, using the curriculum and/or textbook guides and a variety of materials and media.
* Prepare, administer and correct tests in accordance with school standards and procedures.
* Develop and maintain student records of attendance and grades as required by the school.
* Maintain order in the classroom and on the playground.
* Understand and empathize with children growing up in cross-cultural situations, and provide supportive activities and Christian counsel.
* Encourage awareness and understanding of cultural differences.
* Prepare quarterly student progress reports.
* Assist in pupil extra-curricular activities, inspiring and encouraging the physical, mental, and spiritual development of pupils to their greatest potential.
* May assist the entity in other additional areas of activity not necessarily associated with the school during school vacations, etc.
Qualifications:
* Valid teaching certificate or equivalent.
* Minimum of 1 year teaching experience.
Qualities:
* Team player.
* Servant heart.
* Flexible.
* Love working with children.
* Comfortable in a multi-cultural setting.
Language and Culture Training:
* Some language and culture training course would be helpful.
Orientation and Training:
* Orientation workshops, held at our National Centre in Kangaroo Ground, Victoria.
* Opportunities to serve with Wycliffe are unsalaried. But don’t let that stop you! Countless numbers of Wycliffe members can testify to God’s provision and the joy of partnership with a team of prayer and financial supporters.
* If you’re normally based in another country, please contact the Wycliffe Global Alliance office nearest to you as we are unable to sponsor visas.
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