About this role
Compensation and Benefits
$20,000-$29,000 yearly stipend
Health insurance provided
Free furnished apartment off campus (15 minutes max from school, transportation provided)
2 year contract with option to renew
Utility bill allowance
Guatemalan insurance with international coverage
Roundtrip airfare purchased by school
$850 travel allowance provided at the end of first year
Discounted tuition for dependents - flights/insurance for dependents not provided
Paid holidays: Public Holidays, Christmas, and 6 weeks over summer
Requirements
Native English Language speaker
Bachelors degree required, Bachelors in Education or subject being taught preferred
2+ years relevant classroom teaching experience required
IB curriculum experience preferred
Teaching license required (e.g QTS, SACE, US State etc.)
Happy, healthy and accepting of Guatemalan culture
Summary
The school is an established bilingual PK-12 institution serving over 1,200 students, with a strong focus on academic excellence and the development of globally minded, responsible young leaders. With US accreditation and a mission centred on bilingual education, it equips students with the intellectual, social and emotional skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
Guatemala is a truly captivating country that offers an incredible mix of ancient Mayan culture, stunning natural landscapes and vibrant colonial cities. From the colourful markets and cobblestone streets of Antigua to the breathtaking shores of Lake Atitlán, surrounded by towering volcanoes, there is no shortage of adventure and beauty to discover. The country is also home to some of the most impressive Mayan ruins in the world, including the magnificent Tikal, making it a fascinating place to explore history and culture. With a warm climate, welcoming locals, a relatively low cost of living and outstanding outdoor activities ranging from hiking and kayaking to coffee farm tours, Guatemala is an exciting and rewarding place to call home.
About Teaching Nomad
Teaching Nomad was founded in March 2011 on the basis of connecting great teachers with great schools in Asia. After moving to Shanghai, our founder, Brett, discovered a need to fill the gap between these two groups. A school’s reputation relies on its teachers and teachers must trust their school as they brave moving to a new country. Neither group wants to be let down, but unfortunately, many people were being let down. Teaching Nomad has been designed to be a cut above other recruiters, to provide a trustworthy source of great jobs for teachers as well as a time and cost-saving tool for schools.
Teaching Nomad is here to take all the guesswork out of the equation, make everyone’s job a little bit easier and ensure that no one has to go it alone. The Teaching Nomad staff have experience living and teaching abroad, knowing first-hand the positive impact that exploring the globe has on an individual. We see Teaching Nomad as our way of giving back and helping others to have great experiences teaching overseas!