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Middle School Science Teacher

Wanted: an experienced, passionate, creative general science teacher, able to create hands-on, inquiry-based activities, laboratory investigations, and generate stimulating discussions in engaging lessons for middle school students in order to develop their dispositions, skills, knowledge, and understandings of science in order to be prepared for High School and beyond. 

Applicants should have at least two years of Science classroom teaching experience in a secondary (middle or high) school and will have some international school experience, possess a government-issued teaching license, provide 3 supervisory references to be contacted, have excellent English verbal, and written skills, and a Bachelor or Master degree in science education or science field (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.). 

The deadline for applications is February 28, 2022, however, a suitable candidate may be hired before that date.

The American School of Ulaanbaatar (ASU) is a private, American curriculum international school founded with international accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Our student population is about 85% Mongolian, but the remainder is composed of students from more than 20 different countries.

Vision

To be a community that encourages academic, physical, and creative development, fosters a passion for learning, and inspires intellectual curiosity. 

Mission

We empower our students to acquire and embrace knowledge, be intellectually reflective, be caring and ethical citizens, and lead a lifetime of meaningful work. ASU prepares students through rigorous, student-driven academic and co-curricular programs to succeed in English-speaking colleges and universities and to contribute to a rapidly changing global society.

Posted: December 2021
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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LocationUlaanbaatar, Mongolia
Start DateAugust 2022
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelMiddle School
Monthly SalaryUSD 2400 - 3750
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, based on qualifications and experience:

  • Housing 
  • International health insurance
  • Airfare
  • Mongolian visa and work permit
  • Free tuition for applicable candidates who come with dependents
  • Shipping allowance
  • Settling-in advance payment

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorScience, Science education
Additional School Requirements

Teachers with both science teaching experience and a university degree in an area of science will be given priority.

REQUIRED:  Applicants must upload: 

  • PDF FORMAT ONLY: A cover 1-2 page cover letter specifically styled for this vacancy, discussing your interest in the role, your qualifications and experience for this role, your personal philosophy of education, and your passion for science education. You should also address your interest in ASU specifically and Mongolia in general.
  • PDF FORMAT ONLY: CV showing all full-time employment, start-end dates, and any gaps to be explained.
  • PDF FORMAT ONLY: list of 3 supervisor references (including your most recent job) with email  & telephone contact information
  • Teaching license/certificate (for science or mathematics) issued from your state/country government agency/ministry of education
  • University diplomas
  • University transcripts

Applicants who have not uploaded these items into their TA profile will not be considered. 

Optional: Most recent police clearance/criminal background check (a current one will be required before hiring) -optional

Optional: PDF FORMAT ONLY: Up to 3 supervisory letters of reference if you have them in your possession-optional