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Teach at American School of Yaounde in Cameroon

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About American School of Yaounde

The American School of Yaoundé (ASOY) is an independent English medium, non-profit, educational institution offering the PYP, MYP and DP International Baccalaureate programs from PK-3 through grade 12. Admission to ASOY is open on a non-discriminatory basis to all students, regardless of race, creed, color, gender, religion, national origin, ethnic background, or philosophy. The Guiding Statements have been updated and are in line with the values of ASOY. Our Vision states that: We empower students to excel, to embrace their individual passions, and become engaged, fulfilled global citizens who will positively impact society. Our Mission of Engage-Empower-Excel is a powerful statement of our commitment to students.

Organization: The school is accredited by both the Council of International Schools (CIS) in Europe and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA). ASOY is an active member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA) and the Association for the Advancement of International Education (AAIE). The school is governed by a 7-member school board elected by the Parent Association. ASOY is an IB World Continuum School authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) to offer the Primary Years Program (PYP),  Middle Years Program (MYP), Diploma Program (DP). Starting in 2019-20 school year, ASOY has started a Prek-3 French/English Bi-lingual program.

Curriculum: The educational program at ASOY consists of an enriched curriculum, correlated with the U.S. Common Core, AERO, Next Generation Science Standards and the IB program philosophy. It is reflective of both the international character of the community and the environment of Cameroon. Instruction is in English and French is taught at all grade levels. Additional languages may be offered based on student interest and the availability of a qualified teacher. English Language Learners Program (ELL) support is available for students in grades 1 through 12 and a learning support program is offered for students with mild learning and/or other difficulties.

Faculty: There are 40 full-time teachers and 3 interns including 15 U.S. citizens, 13 host-country nationals, and 15 third-country nationals. All full time staff members are fully certified and registered with their respective country’s educational department, with the majority trained and certified in the U.S. The school employs a full-time librarian and nurse.

Facilities: The campus is located on a 3.5-acre site near the center of Yaoundé and consists of 25 classrooms, 1 computer lab, 2 science labs, a 16,000-volume multimedia library, a learning support center, an ELL support center, a college counselor, the Parrot’s Canteen, a multi-purpose room, and a courtyard for events and R&R. Sports facilities include 2 tennis courts, one multi use outdoor court, a covered basketball court, a swimming pool, a kiddie pool, a newly installed artificial turf soccer field, and 2 playgrounds for younger students. The school consists of 4 sections: the early childhood (PK3-kindergarten), elementary school (grades 1-5), middle school (grades 6-8), and high school (grades 9-12).

 

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American School of Yaounde contact information

Address: B.P. 7475 Rue Martin Samba, Yaounde, Cameroon
Phone: +237 222230421

Cameroon at a glance

Country information

Capital: Yaounde, Cameroon

Language: French, English

Population: 22.5 million

Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)

Government: Presidential republic

Country quick facts

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Mount Cameroon, an active volcano, is the tallest mountain in West Africa.
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Cameroon shares borders with six different countries.
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230 different languages are spoken in Cameroon apart from the official languages of French and English.
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Every species of tropical flora and fauna found in Africa can be found in Cameroon.
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Cameroon became the first African country to make it to the quarter-final of the FIFA World Cup in 1990.
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Cameroon is known for producing coffee, cocoa, cotton, bananas and oilseeds.
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The biggest frogs in the world come from Cameroon and can grow up to 33 centimeters long not including their legs and are called the Goliath Frog!
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