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Lucaya International School

Oct25
2011 Leave a Comment Written by admin

Lucaya International School is an independent, co-educational, non-profit, day school for students from
PreK through Year 13. LIS was founded in 1998. It is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. LIS is an IB World School with authorization to use the PYP and the IB Diploma Programme. Class sizes are small due to the student/teacher ratio of 7:1. LIS has over 200 students that represent 20 nationalities.

Philosophy
The school philosophy is to help students develop their potentials and become critical and independent thinkers, as well as responsible global citizens.

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Facilities
LIS has a 12-acre campus in a rural area with facilities that include an EC Center, an IB Building, a library, a computer lab, science labs, music rooms, art rooms, a covered lunch area, a soccer field, playgrounds, basketball courts and an all purpose field.

Curriculum
The school has a college preparatory curriculum that is based on North American, British and IB models. Young students follow the PYP. Middle School students prepare for the IGCSE of Year 10 and Year 11. Students in Year 12 and Year 13 take the IB Diploma Programme.

Extracurricular Activities
LIS has a wide range of activities that are offered on a quarterly basis. These include arts and crafts, basketball, tennis, computer club, community service, yearbook, board games, yoga, sailing, skateboarding, yearbook and more.

Technology
The school has a computer lab. They believe in integrating technology throughout the curriculum. Teachers are expected to be computer literate.

Professional Development
No information is available, but all IB World Schools have an extensive PD program, so I’m sure that LIS does as well.

Employment
LIS wants teachers that are dynamic, qualified and committed to improving the school program. Job openings are listed online and on the websites of the Council of International Schools and the IBO. The school starts recruitment in December and usually has openings filled by March. Qualifications include a teaching certificate, a university degree, computer competency, an understanding of how to work in a small non-profit school, flexibility and a desire to be an active participant in curriculum development and after school activities. An advanced degree and IB experience are preferred. Salaries are said to be competitive and are paid in Bahamian dollars. Benefits include tuition for dependent children, medical insurance, a shipping allowance, round-trip airfare, and summer flights home after the first two years of employment. Interested teachers can send their resumes to dhenry@lucayainternationalschool.com.

About Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama is the fifth largest island of the islands that make up the Bahamas, It is only 90 kilometers from Florida. The economy is dependent on tourism, and Lucaya is the main tourist spot on the island. Who wouldn’t want to teach in the Bahamas?

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International School of Havana

Oct11
2011 5 Comments Written by admin

The International School of Havana is an independent, co-educational day school for students from Early Childhood through Grade 12. ISH is accredited by the Council of International Schools and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. It is authorized to offer the IB Diploma. The school was founded in 1965 and has gone through many changes since then.

Mission
The school mission is to provide an outstanding international education for students of expatriate parents.

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Facilities
The school compound has three teaching blocks, a recreation area and an Early Years Learning Centre. Facilities include a library/media center, 2 science labs, 3 computer labs, 3 playgrounds, a cafeteria and an internet connection.

Curriculum
The school is organized into two sections: the Lower School and the Secondary School. The curriculum in the Lower School is based on the International Primary Curriculum as well as standards from the national Curriculum of England. Grade 6 and Grade 7 students use a pre-IGCSE curriculum to prepare them for the IGCSE. Students in Grade 9 and Grade 10 study for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education. Students in Grade 11 and Grade 12 can study for the IB Diploma and the ISH Graduation Diploma. ISH has an ESL program for students who need extra assistance with English.

Extracurricular Activities
ISH offers a variety of activities.

Technology
ISH has 2 computer labs and internet access. ICT classes are part of the regular curriculum.

Professional Development
No information is available on PD activities at ISH.

Employment
Most of the teaching staff are Cuban nationals with a smaller expat faculty from Belgium, the UK, Canada, Australia, the Netherlands, and Ireland. Canadians and Germans are encouraged to apply for teaching positions due to the visa situation in Cuba. You won’t find any US citizens here. Job openings are listed online. Initial contracts are for two years.

The minimum qualifications for employment are a Bachelor’s degree, a teaching certificate, proven experience in the teaching subject, ability to differentiate instruction, a native English speaker, willingness to sponsor extracurricular activities, a good sense of humor and a willingness to pitch in and get the job done. The school prefers candidates who have international experience, are focused on student learning, are team players, are lifelong learners and are goal oriented. Interested teachers can send a cover letter, a resume with photo, copies of degrees and teaching certificates, referee contact information, a copy of the passport face-page and an indication of personal status (single, married, children) to principal@ish.co.cu. No information is available on salaries and benefits.

About Havana
There’s not much that’s needed to be said about Cuba and Havana. The country is still run by the Communist Party, but there is an international presence in the country and tourism is growing. Havana has a population of approximately 2 million. Havana, the capital, has museums, architecture from the colonial period, churches, fort and a wealth of attractions. And Havana has baseball. What’s better than that?

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Cayman International School

Oct10
2011 Leave a Comment Written by admin

Cayman International School is a private, co-educational day, college preparatory school that provides educational services for students from Early Childhood through Grade 12. CIS is managed by International Schools Services. The school was founded in 1994 and purchased by International Schools Services in 2004. CIS is authorized to offer the IB Diploma.

CIS has about 450 students that represent 24 nationalities; 30% of CIS students are Caymanian. The 44 full-time faculty members are predominately U.S. and Canadian citizens.

Mission
The school mission is to give students the opportunity to develop their academic and personal potentials within a U.S./international educational setting.

Facilities
CIS is a purpose-built school with a 13.2 acre campus that includes a technology lab, a library, 2 science labs, 2 music labs, an art room, 2 tennis courts, an Arts and Recreation Centre, a cafeteria, a gym, 2 basketball courts, a soccer pitch, well-equipped classrooms, playgrounds and a 25 meter pool.

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Curriculum
The school has a fusion U.S./international college preparatory curriculum that focuses on the indvidual needs of students. The educational program is organized in the standard U.S. approach with core courses and specials. Report cards are issued four times a year. Standardized tests are given to students from Grade 2 through Grade 12 including the ITBS, the PSAT and the SAT. Graduates of the High School may receive a United States High School Diploma and the IB Diploma.

Extracurricular Activities
CIS offers a range of activities including the school newspaper, swimming, tennis, soccer, basketball, dance, drama, homework help, art, math olympiad and more.

Technology
In addition to a technology lab, CIS has interactive smartboards in the school although they don’t mention whether all classrooms have them. Computer classes are taught as part of the regular curriculum.

Professional Development
No information is available on the school’s PD program.

Employment
Job openings are listed online. CIS hires teachers that are certified, dynamic, collegial, experienced with technology and have a high degree of professionalism. Interested teachers can contact the school at employment@cayintschool.ky. No information is available on salaries and benefits.

About Cayman
The Cayman Islands are a British territory (which makes it interesting that this school is primarily American based). It consists of three islands: Grand Cayman, Little Cayman and Cayman Brac. CIS is located on Grand Cayman. This island is a financial capital and a favorite tourist destination. Grand Cayman has plenty of beaches that are great for snorkeling, diving, fishing and just hanging out. The island offers an assortment of bars, clubs and restaurants for both residents and tourists. The Cayman Islands have a GDP of KYD 47,000, which is the 14th highest in the world. The Cayman Islands hold a popular jazz festival every December.

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Island Academy International School

Oct03
2011 Leave a Comment Written by admin

Island Academy is a private, co-educational day school for students from Kindergarten through Grade 12. The school was founded in 2001. IA is an IB World School with authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme. The school website is one of those barebones models with minimal information on the school.

Mission
The mission of the school is to provide an outstanding international education in a multicultural environment that prepares students for university study.

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Facilities
IA has a new 15 acre campus on the island of Antigua. Surprisingly enough, the school has no real information on their campus facilities.

Curriculum
The school curriculum is a fusion of elements from the British, Canadian, Caribbean and other international curricula. Students in the Primary School have homeroom teachers for the core curriculum and specialists for Music, Art, Spanish, PE and IT. The Upper School curriculum is geared towards preparing students for the IB Diploma Programme. Upper School students take the Caribbean Exams Council test which is equivalent to the GCSE. The school also gives the PSAT and the SAT.

Extracurricular Activities
The school offers a variety of activities for students such as sports, arts, drama, music and academics.

Technology
IT classes are part of the regular school curriculum. The school has a computer lab.

Professional Development
The school is a member of the Tri Association which provides professional development activities for teachers in the region.

Employment
The school lists openings on its website. They want dynamic teachers who can help with the school’s improvement plans and its commitment to providing a world-class education. Interested teachers can send their CV to admin@islandacademy.com. In addition to a CV, teachers should send a cover letter about the position desired, as well as supporting documents. No information is available on salaries or benefits.

About Antigua
Antigua and Barbuda are twin-nation states (the uninhabited island of Redonda is also part of this country). They belong to the British Commonwealth. The population is just around 70,000. Antigua has an international airport with regular flights to the US and London. Antigua depends on tourism and off-shore banking as its main industries.

This island is hot with the average temperature of 86 degrees F in the winter. Because of the humidity the summer seems even hotter although the temperature is about the same. So, this is a great place to take advantage of the many white-sand beaches.

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Antilles School

Sep03
2011 Leave a Comment Written by admin

The Antilles School is an independent, co-educational day school that provides educational services for students from Toddlers to Grade 12. The school was founded in 1950. Antilles is accredited by Middle States. The school has over 500 students. The average class size is 16 with a student teacher ratio of 9:1.

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Mission
The school mission is to foster excellence, diversity and community. I love short mission statements.

Facilities
Antilles has a 27-acre campus in Frenchman’s Bay on the island of St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Facilities include an athletic complex, a visual arts venue, a two-story library, air-conditioned classrooms, an Early Learning Center, play areas, computer labs and science labs.

Curriculum
Antilles uses a college preparatory curriculum that starts from the time students are enrolled in the Lower School. The school believes in hands-on, individualized, balanced education that incorporates academics, athletics, service and the arts. A number of Advanced Placement courses are offered for High School students.

Extracurricular Activities
After school activities are offered for students of all grades. Among the activities are MATHCOUNTS, student council, National Honor Society, National Junior Honor Society, arts and crafts, community service, drama and intramural and competitive sports.

Technology
The school has high-speed internet connections. All classrooms have computers with access to the internet

Professional Development
The school supports teachers in ongoing professional development activities.

Employment
Antilles wants teachers that are experienced, committed to excellence, use technology in their teaching, have a passion for learning, want to live in a multicultural environment and are looking for a school that provides professional development for the faculty. Teachers need to have a Bachelor’s degree and classroom experience. Openings are listed online. Teachers who are interested in working here can send a cover letter and resume to the Head of School at employment@antilles.vi. No mention is made of salaries and benefits.

About St. Thomas
St. Thomas is one of the islands that make up the U.S. Virgin Islands. It has a population of just over 50,000. The island is a popular tourist destination with all the good and bad that go with living on a tourist island.

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