Teacher of Economics and Business Studies
St Andrews International High School
Malawi
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 12 March 2018
Job overview
ST ANDREW’S INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL
1958-2018
One of the Top Schools in Africa
The first Microsoft Academy in Malawi
The first BTEC school in Africa
Share our vision to be a "Leader of Education in Africa"
St Andrew’s is a prestigious, independent, co-educational day and boarding school offering a quality education, based on the English National Curriculum, to IGCSE, GCSE, AS and A2 level. We are a multi-ethnic school with over 30 different nationalities in the 11-18 age range. In 2018 we celebrate our 60th 'Diamond' Anniversary. The following position is available from September 2018.
Teacher of Economics and Business Studies
The two year contract offered includes flights at beginning and end of contract, generous baggage allowance, a very competitive salary, 50% Medical Aid, housing, gratuity and a 13th pay cheque at the end of each year. Applicants for these posts must be suitably qualified and able to teach to A2 level. Experience of BTEC BS would also be useful.
We are seeking a dynamic teacher who is willing to add value to the Humanities Faculty and contribute fully to the outstanding extra-curricular programme on offer at SAIntS. We welcome applications from teaching couples (please see our other vacancies) as well as families and individuals.
We will shortlist applicants based upon their relevant experience and the quality of the application. We encourage early applications as the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.
Applicants can view and/or download the available posts, job descriptions and person specifications at www.saints.mw/join-us/staff-vacancies/. If you wish to apply please e-mail your CV and application, including the names, email and phone no. of two referees, one of whom must be your present employer, to The Head Teacher at jobs@saints.mw, St. Andrew’s International High School, Private Bag 211, Blantyre, Malawi.
Closing deadline for applications is Monday March 12th 2018, but we encourage early applications as the School reserves its right to call suitable candidates to interview before the closing date. Interviews will take place via Skype, during March. Please note that references will be sought before the formal interview stage.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
About St Andrews International High School
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St Andrew’s International High School is a mixed, non-selective, independent secondary school with sixth form and boarding in Malawi, serving students from the age of 11-18. The secondary school, situated in Blantyre has over 500 students on record, from over 30 different nationalities.
St Andrew’s International High School welcomed its first pupils in 1938. The secondary school follows the British curriculum, adapted to a Malawian context. In Year 9, students work towards their IGCSE exams or BTEC level 2 qualifications, followed by A levels or BTEC level 3. The school holds title as the first BTEC School in Africa. Facilities include a recording studio, radio station, library, swimming pool, sports courts and dedicated teaching blocks.
Headteacher
Sarah Samanyika
Values and vision
St Andrew’s International High School’s vision is to be “a leader of education in Africa.” The secondary school is proud of its international community, allowing for students to benefit from being complete global citizens by working together and gaining new cultural experiences throughout their education. Teachers are dedicated to providing pupils with an outstanding education where they can reach their full potential and succeed across the curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to pursue their interests and nurture their skills and talents, and are invited to get involved in a wide range of extra-curricular activities. These include sports clubs, community projects, sports trips and the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their children’s education so that pupils benefit from a strong support network both in class and during their home life.
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