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Middle School English Teacher

Hobby School of Ulaanbaatar

Ulan Bator, Mongolia

2,450 - 2,450 USD monthly

Fully-furnished accommodation (studio apartment). The school will pay the electricity, heating, cable, internet and maintenance fees

Airport pickup, travel allowance of $2000 paid upon completion of academic year

Start date: September 2021

Job
School

Contract Length: 1 year

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher, University Graduate

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 1 year of teaching experience
Major: English

Additional School Requirements:

Fluent English
Four-year bachelor’s degree in English, English literature or equivalent
Teacher’s certificate (TEFL Certification or TESOL certificate is acceptable) is a plus
Full-time teaching experience at high and/or middle school
A full year commitment or longer
2 references (at least one from immediate supervisor)

Should you be interested to pursue this opportunity, please send us the following materials:

1. Cover letter;

2. University diploma scan;

3. Academic transcript scan.

An online interview with the HR Office and the Dean of Academic Affairs for International Curricula will be conducted upon receipt of these documents.

Job Benefits:

Medical insurance - local health insurance good at international hospitals in Mongolia
Airport pickup, travel allowance of $2000 paid upon completion of academic year
Fully-furnished accommodation (studio apartment). The school will pay the electricity, heating, cable, internet and maintenance fees

Job Description:

Hobby School is looking for a candidate to fill in the position of ELA teacher in middle school.

This is a full-time job Monday to Friday with a maximum of 25 teaching hours per week (the duration of each teaching hour is 40 minutes). The ELA classes in middle school will be closely aligned with the IMYC (International Middle Years Curriculum) Big Ideas. The IMYC connects all learning of the students within the framework of a single Big Idea, therefore, a great deal of teamwork and creativity is essential.

We are looking for teachers who are ready and willing to work in a new and challenging environment. You will have the opportunity to work alongside many teachers who are hard-working, dedicated and passionate - qualities that the successful candidate will need to bring with them to our community of 800 students and 60+ educators.

Prior experience in teaching overseas, especially in the developing world countries woudl be a huge benefit alongside openness to new cultures. The school is a multicultural environment but with its predominantly (if not exclusively) Mongolian student body, respect for and understanding of local customs and traditions is expected.

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

Founded in 1994, Hobby School is the first private school in Mongolia, established to educate the next generation of Mongolian intelligentsia during a time of tough economic conditions, a rapidly growing urban population, and a declining public education system. With 30 years of experience in the field, Hobby School continues to be a leading institution in the country.

The school's name, while evoking leisure, carries deep significance. It was inspired by the Eurasian Hobby (Falco Subbuteo), a falcon species revered by Mongolians as a symbol of courage and vigor.

In the 2024-2025 academic year, Hobby School serves approximately 1,200 students, from grades 1 to 12 (ages 6 to 17). Today, the school is widely regarded as one of Mongolia's top secondary education institutions.

Our Mission and Vision
Guided by the vision of our founder, Dr. Oyuntsetseg, Hobby School is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of Mongolian intelligentsia. To ensure accessibility for families from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, the school maintains tuition fees at levels far below its peer institutions.

Curriculum Highlights
Hobby School offers a bilingual curriculum, combining the State-approved General Secondary Education Curriculum of Mongolia with immersion-based English instruction.

Firsts in Mongolia:

Introduced the International Primary Curriculum (IPC) and the International Middle Years Curriculum (IMYC).
Adopted AP courses into its curriculum.

Future Plans: The school is preparing to introduce the Cambridge Curriculum.

This bilingual and immersive approach adds an extra academic workload for students, preparing them for global opportunities.

Recognition
In November 2024, Hobby School was honored as a 'Great Place to Work,' a testament to its commitment to excellence and a positive educational environment.

More Information

This is a Direct to School Job

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