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Math/Science Elementary Teacher

Responsibilities for Teacher (this is just a sample)

  • Develop curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities
  • Prepare lesson materials, grade papers, manage the classroom, and evaluate and give feedback to students
  • Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff
  • Measure progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required
  • Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with licensing guidelines and program policies
  • Attend conferences and workshops in order to further advance professional development
  • Manage student behavior in accordance with outlined guidelines
  • Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus

We are a catholic school, focused on values, academic excellence and integral human beings. 

Posted: April 2022
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

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LocationSanta Marta , Colombia, South America
Start DateJuly 2022
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelElementary
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Up to five nights in a hotel, including breakfast, while the teacher finds a suitable apartment. After that, we can recommend a real estate agent to help the teacher find an affordable apartment, hopefully before arrival.
  • Relocation Bonus COP 1.100.000 (only paid the first year at entry), this bonus we will settle with the first salary at the end of August.
  • The school will pay for a year of prepaid Colombian medical insurance during the contract for the hired teacher, renewed every year.
  • Like school scholarships for children, other benefits may apply to individual cases. 

If the teacher repeats the covenant with CBSM (same conditions every year until the teacher decides not to renew with the school):

  • COP 1.000.000 bonus payable upon return in August every year.
  • The school will pay a U$ 500 premium, expected in August every year upon return.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
TESL/TEFL Certificate over 100 hours
TESL/TEFL Diploma Level
Education RequiredBachelor