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Secondary English Teacher

Magen David Academy - More Info

Since its founding in 2008, Magen David Academy (MDA) has grown from a small school of 150 students to a prestigious PK through 12th-grade educational institution of more than 450 students and 120 staff members from 14 different countries.

Magen David Academy’s warm and welcoming school environment values engagement and participation and fosters individual growth in all aspects. Magen David Academy is the only International Orthodox Jewish School in the region, accredited by Cognia/AdvancEd and its affiliate SACS, with a proud, young history of academic excellence and community involvement. MDA is also accredited by the Panamanian Ministry of Education (MEDUCA).

Like most international schools, MDA has a U.S.-based curriculum; most of its teaching staff are part of the international learning community and the main instructional language used on campus is English. MDA teachers enjoy the added benefit of experiencing, learning, and participating in school-wide traditions and celebrations from both Jewish as well as Panamanian holidays and festivities.

Posted: March 2024
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LocationPanama, Panama
Start DateAugust 2024
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher, ESL Instructor
Student LevelMiddle School, High School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Lunch and snack during school days
  • Housing 
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Immigration Assistance
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Travel benefit
  • Close-knit Knit family-like work environment
  • Team collaboration
  • Weekly early dismissal days for students, allowing time for internal professional development and faculty meetings.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredMaster
Work Visa EligibilityUnited States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Venezuela
MajorEnglish

About Panama

Teaching in Panama, owing to its great variety, can be as laid back or as exciting as you want to make it. Surrounded by turquoise ocean and filled with tons of natural terrain and bustling cityscapes to explore, the adventurous will be just as happy as those who like to lay back on the beach.

CapitalPanama City
LanguageSpanish
Population3,608,431
CurrencyBalboa