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Take your career to Kuwait! Teach Away is accepting applications from Elementary Teachers for a fantastic school, American United School (AUS) in Kuwait city. 

More about the American United School: 

  • This state of the art school caters to students from Kindergarten to Middle School and High School level
  • The academic curriculum of the American United School is based on the Core American Standards Curriculum. 
  • A 1:1 tablet program for students has been implemented for increased learning accessibility.
  • Tablets are pre-loaded with the apps requested by teachers and the core curriculum apps are provided to students. 
  • The school is also experimenting with a “flipped” classroom model whereby students are allowed to take a few materials outside the classroom.
  • There are also various interactive whiteboards available throughout the school: including multi-touch and 3D boards for students to interact with and visualize lessons.
Posted: September 2018
LocationKuwait city, Kuwait
Start DateNovember 2018
Contract Length2
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelElementary, Middle School
Monthly SalaryUSD 2800 - 4800
Number of Vacancies4

Job Benefits

Furnished accommodation is provided. Accommodation allocation is based upon family size and availability.

Flights provided for employee and eligible family members. Yearly flights are also provided for employee and eligible family members.

Education Allowance: Faculty members are permitted to enroll dependent children at AUS, tuition free, upon meeting enrollment requirements. If AUS cannot accommodate a child due to space or unavailability of classes, then a subsidized education tuition fee will be paid.

Health Insurance: All teachers will be provided with Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance for the duration of their employment contract (shared costs may apply).

Small relocation / shipping allowance provided.

Other Allowances: The school provides a onetime payment to reimburse the cost of the required employment and entrance visa, including fees for legalisation of documents required by the government of Kuwait.

Vacation: 61 calendar days (includes weekends) of paid leave for teachers each year. Teachers may take their leave during the summer break.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorMust be relevant to your teaching subject(s)
Additional School Requirements
  • Degree must be relevant to your teaching subject
  • AUS is a technology focused school seeking innovative, tech savvy educators
  • International teaching experience is desirable but not required 
  • Experience teaching in american school system

About the School

As the premier Pre-K to Grade 12 private school in Kuwait, American United School (AUS) strives to be “A Better Choice” for the children of Kuwait nationals and expatriates, alike. Located in Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait, AUS is a purpose-built campus with state of amenities. Not only is AUS dedicated to providing the best education for our students, but we are also committed to providing top-notch professional development opportunities for its educators. We provide resources, ongoing learning opportunities, and support for educators to develop the knowledge and skills needed to improve instruction. This blended support is provided by external partners, school leaders, instructional coaches, grade-level chairs, and content team leaders. In May of 2018, American United School achieved the rare 10-year International Accreditation designation from the Council of International Schools (CIS) and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) for the period of May 2018 to May 2028.