more wider reaching ones. Sounds like the fair is going well. Excellent!
Damianne
Brad Waugh wrote:
> I am the school principal at the Khartoum American School. I am just
> finishing up at the University of Northern Iowa Overseas Teachers
> Recruiting Fair where I have had the good fortune of meeting with some
> excellent educators. One of our candidates, and new teachers,
> introduced me to this list and I am hoping to use it to find more
> educators who share her dynamism and commitment to independent
> education. Our school does not look at the 'hiring process' as one of
> finding teachers to fill positions, but rather one of building a team,
> so do not hesitate to contact us if you feel an affinity for our
> educational mission. In the meantime, please make sure to get in
> touch if you are a HS Science or Kindergarten teacher who finds the
> following appealing:
>
> The Khartoum American School is an independent international school
> with a 52 year history in Sudan. We are a small, dynamic school of
> 230 students (PK-12) representing almost 40 nationalities. Our staff
> is dedicated to the school's mission of achieving academic excellence
> through a student-centered program and inquiry-based curriculum, and
> our teachers work creatively and collaboratively to do so. KAS is a
> member of the National Association of Independent Schools and is
> accredited by both the Middle States Association and the Council of
> International Schools. Though linked to AERO standards, our
> curriculum is designed, evaluated and revised continually by our
> teachers. Teachers seeking a student-centered and inquiry-based
> program and who are uncomfortable with 'coverage' and textbook-based
> curricula will find a good philosophical fit at KAS.
>
> HS Physical Sciences teacher
> We are currently seeking a 'hands on/minds on' high school science
> teacher able to teach core physical sciences (Physical Science 9,
> Chemistry 11 and Physics 12), Advanced Placement Chemistry and to
> offer creative elective options. Our semester-long electives are
> based on student and teacher interests, and student needs; recent
> offerings include Search for Extra-Terrestrial Life, Primitive
> Technology, Astronomy, Oceanography, Theories of Everything, Skeptical
> Inquiry, Current Issues in Science, Greening the Planet and more. Our
> core science program teaches "science as process" as opposed to
> "science as a series of facts" and uses student-led investigations in
> the laboratory, the classroom and broader community to familiarize
> students with scientific content through the scientific method.
> Students critically examine the nature of scientific knowledge, and
> how this knowledge is best created and evaluated.
> Kindergarten teacher
> We are also looking for a Kindergarten teacher who is experienced with
> the emergent curriculum model, believes in learning through play and
> is able to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
> This teacher would join our dynamic early childhood team working with
> PK3, PK4 and K classes. The teacher will also work closely with the
> elementary team to ensure a smooth transition for students as they
> enter grade 1, and to ensure continuity in the program.
>
> If you would like to start an informal discussion about the positions,
> school or life in Khartoum please contact me at bwaugh@krtams.org. If
> not, you can apply for either position by e-mailing the school's
> director, Phil Clinton, at pclinton@krtams.org with a cover letter,
> statement of educational philosophy and current CV (with references).
>
>
> Brad Waugh
> Principal
> Khartoum American School
> www.krtams.org
> (click on 'Employment Opportunities')
>
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