Upper Elementary Grade Level Teacher
The American International School of Bamako is an independent college-preparatory day school offering a dynamic, student-centered educational program for students from Pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Current enrollment is about 125 students. Our student body is fully international and includes students representing more than 35 nationalities.
AISB graduates attend fine colleges and universities around the world.
AISB is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and is a full member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).
Curriculum
AISB offers a complete North American-style child-centered curriculum for students from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12. Our balanced academic program is founded in a commitment to authentic inquiry and supports the growth of the whole child, fostering the deep understandings and essential skills students will need to meet the diverse challenges of a changing world.
AISB’s supportive, interactive learning environments encourage students to welcome challenge and to become empowered creative thinkers and problem-solvers.
Our academic program is designed to engage the imagination and intellect of every student, and includes a wide selection of Advanced Placement courses, along with English language-learning and academic support services.
AISB is a small school with small class sizes. Our student body is highly diversified in terms of student nationalities. Most AISB students are English as Second Language Learners. We teach using a concept-based, integrated curriculum. We use inquiry-based learning. Elementary teachers are expected to differentiate to meet the needs of every learner in the classroom. We are a standards-based (AERO standards) assessing and reporting school. We are highly collaborative and we are in the process of developing our concept-based curriculum.
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| Location | Bamako, Mali |
| Start Date | August 2022 |
| Eligible Candidates | Licensed Teacher |
| Student Level | Elementary |
| Monthly Salary | USD 1666 - 4000 |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Job Benefits
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Qualifications and Requirements
| Required Certificates | Teaching Credential/License |
| Education Required | Bachelor |
| Major | Elementary Education |
| Additional School Requirements | |
Two years international teaching experience preferred. | |