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Social Studies Teacher, Middle School - Bolivia

School Background

Highlands International School (HIS) was founded on February 2, 2003. Since May 19, 2003, HIS has been a member of the Network of International Christian Schools (NICS), with many schools around the world. HIS is an international Christian school that provides an environment of academic excellence and respect for people of all cultures and religions. Highlands International School is a community of students, parents, and Christian educators, working together as a NICS network school, to instill in each student a passion for truth, a commitment to excellence, and an appreciation for diversity. HIS Core Values: Servant Leadership, Christ-like Compassion, Biblical Stewardship.

Job Summary

Ability to clearly communicate and represent Highlands well to the community, families and students
Ability to meet deadlines (for PowerSchool in attendance and grading; and in personal curriculum planning)
Ability to manage the classroom and bring enthusiasm for learning to the students
A Christian with a consistent testimony among his/her family and peers
General Responsibilities
Teach Middle School Social Studies
Grades Taught
Middle School (6-8)
Subjects Taught
Geography, World History
Extra Curricular Responsibilities
Clubs

Posted: December 2022

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Location	La Paz, Bolivia, South America
Start Date	June 2023
Eligible Candidates	Licensed Teacher
Student Level	Middle School
Monthly Salary	USD 600 - 1000
Number of Vacancies	1

Job Benefits

Highlights/Benefits

The HIS community offers a great support system for new teachers
HIS is a caring community
Learning Spanish
The school pays for housing
The school pays for transportation to and from the school every day

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates	Teaching Credential/License
Education Required	Bachelor
Major	Education
Additional School Requirements
Qualifications Current state or provincially issued teacher certification Minimum of an undergraduate degree Specific Skills Flexible Good classroom management Love for diverse students Able to engage in Discipleship groups with Middle School students

About the School

The Network of International Christian Schools is an organization that consists of 15 schools in 13 countries in Asia, Africa, South America, Europe, and North America. The mission of NICS is to establish a worldwide network of international Christian schools staffed by qualified Christian educators, instilling in each student a Biblical worldview in an environment of academic excellence and respect for people of all cultures and religions. Purpose Reaching the world for Christ through international Christian education. Vision NICS (Network of International Christian Schools) is founded on the belief that a major thrust for world evangelism and discipleship for Christ can happen through the classroom with the impact made by committed Christian educators overseas. Children have many teachers in their lives, whether they be at home, in the classroom, on the street, or elsewhere; none, however, have a more powerful impact than educators in the classroom.