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Male Middle School Science Teacher

Seeking a male Middle School Science Teacher for Jeddah Private School in Saudi Arabia. 

The succesfull candidate will have a firm working knowledge of chemistry, biology and life science.

Posted: September 2018
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LocationJeddah, Saudi Arabia
Start DateNovember 2018
Contract Length2 years
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelMiddle School, High School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Salary as established by approved salary scale
  • VISA costs are reimbursed (see appendix on contract)
  • Home leave – Yearly round trip airfare to nearest international airport to home of record (restricted economy fare)
  • Settling in allowance of US $500 or $750 per teaching couple
  • School laptop – The school provides teachers with a school laptop with a buy out option
  • Re-signing Incentive (one month’s additional salary for each contract renewal)
  • Housing – fully furnished, wireless included (utilities excluded)
  • Sick leave – 5 days per year
  • Personal leave – 2 days per year
  • Medical Insurance – Class A
  • Once per Week Beach Club Access with shuttle transport provided
  • Transportation service during the week to grocery stores, malls, restaurants
  • Evidence of teachers-improvement plan to justify salary-step increase
  • Salary is US Tax-Free; Saudi Arabia Tax-Free

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Other Certification
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorEducation or Chemistry/Biology
Additional School Requirements
  • The successful candidate will be well informed of educational theory and best practices
  • He must be flexible, collegial, and be able to communicate well in English
  • He should be innovative and creative as well as welcome the ideas,suggestions, comments of others
  • Additionally the candidate should show initiative and be proactive

About the School

Jeddah Private School (JPS) is one of the oldest Saudi private schools in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Mrs. Laila Sabbah Tahlawi founded JPS Girls in 1980 and JPS Boys in 1981, as an Arabic Medium Private Day School. JPS is a unique institution that offers a dynamic combination of tradition and innovation. As a dual-language (Arabic-English) international school, JPS implements “Best Practices” as defined by educational research and theory. The School provides academic rigor in a nurturing environment and aspires to equip its students with the tools that will enable them to qualify for and excel at the finest universities throughout the world. With over 40 years of experience, we foster family values, self-worth, citizenship, honor, and moral integrity that aligns with: Islamic and Arab values and norms that promote responsible citizenship, a readiness to serve others, ethical values, and a commitment to rules and regulations. Additional Arabic and Islamic Studies classes coveted by our clientele. Small class sizes that accommodate one-to-one instruction (tailor-made remedial programs). International acceptance of 932 male and female graduates into well-renowned universities. Extracurricular programs that provide students with the opportunity to experience real–world challenges and triumphs. Best student-centered educational practices, such as PBL and SDL that build students’ character. Strong leadership skills that are promoted through various student body initiatives such as a very active student government.