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High School Physical Education Teacher

The Universal American School Kuwait - More Info

The Universal American School, celebrating its 48th year as a non-profit, private co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving an international student body of approximately 1730 Pre-School-12 students. Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), the school is located on a two-acre site in Hawally, a suburb of Kuwait City.

All teachers are highly qualified and experienced educators. UAS offers an American, student-centered academic program, enhanced with a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) options. Extra-curricular offerings include student government, National Honor Society, Model United Nations, drama, art, computer, and sustainability. Additionally, a variety of athletics (basketball, swimming, soccer, volleyball, badminton, and track & field), and the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) round out a well-balanced learning community.

Our facility features swimming pools, an indoor gymnasium, a 320-seat auditorium, a well-equipped health clinic, and four high school and two middle school science labs. The school utilizes a wireless technology environment with a well-developed Bring Your Device (BYOD) program.
UAS graduates attend top universities as global citizens. We invite you to join something truly special. Please visit our website at www.uas.edu.kw for more specifics about our school.

Posted: February 2024
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LocationKuwait, Kuwait
Start DateMay 2024
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelHigh School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Fully Furnished Apartment including utilities and internet services along with a small gym, access to a heated pool, full laundry facilities, etc.
  • Round Trip Airfare from home to Kuwait
  • Local and International opportunities for Professional Development 
  • Health Insurance - Worldwide coverage except for emergencies in the United States and Canada
  • Kuwait Governmental Insurance - up to 12 months Salary
  • No-Absence Bonus
  • Yearly Increments 
  • Free Tuition for children
  • End of Service Payment 
  • Continuous Service Bonus
  • Work permit/Residency costs paid by School and VISA costs
  • Settling-in Allowance

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, South Africa, Ireland, New Zealand
MajorPhysical Education / Health
Additional School Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from a recognized and accredited post-secondary institution
  • The school prefers to hire teachers with advanced degrees and at least two (2) years of full-time teaching experience
  • Valid passport for up to 3 years
  • Official degrees and their transcripts
  • Valid teaching certificate
  • An official copy of previous teaching experience letters, clearly stating the length of years of experience
  • Must be under the age of 60 due to VISA requirement
  • Must have a clean FBI Report/ Background Check
  • (Please check the Kuwait Embassy for Work VISA requirements)

About Kuwait

Licensed teachers can teach in Kuwait's private international schools for the chance to experience life in the Middle East while earning an excellent salary and benefits. Hot and sunny year-round, Kuwait's welcoming residents and beautiful weather make for an incredible experience teaching overseas.

CapitalKuwait City
Language Arabic, English
Population4.35 million (140th)
Major ReligionIslam, Christianity
ClimateHot/Humid