Majuro Cooperative School is a private, co-educational day school that provides educational services for students from Pre-kindergarten through Grade 11. MCS was founded in 1975 and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
The school has about 283 students from a wide variety of ethnic and social-economic backgrounds. The majority of students are Marshallese and speak English as a second language.
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The school’s mission is to give students a environment conducive for them being able to achieve their academic, social and personal potentials and become prepared for higher education. The school encourages students to become life-long learners and responsible global citizens.
Facilities
The school is located on Majuro Atoll, which is the capital of the Marshall Islands. Facilities include 12 classrooms, 2 science rooms, a library/technology center, a cafeteria and a classroom for special needs students.
Curriculum
MCS is organized like American public schools and follows that model in their curriculum. Classes are taught in English. The school recently added high school classes. A Grade 12 class will be added in 2011. Class sizes run from 18-25.
Extracurricular Activities
MCS offers students a number of after school activities including academics, sports and arts and crafts.
Technology
School computers have internet access.
Professional Development
The school has in-services regularly.
Employment
The school lists openings on the website. It’s pretty apparent checking out the school website that this school doesn’t have much money, but they seem to be dedicated to improving the state of education in the Marshall Islands. So, don’t expect a lot of money. Contracts are two years and travel and housing are provided for overseas teachers. Additionally, they get a living allowance and a salary. Teacher candidates should have certification and experience. For those interested in a position in MCS, send a detailed CV, copies of academic qualifications, three recent references and possible starting date to the school at coopschl@ntamar.net.
About the Marshall Islands
The total population of the Marshall Islands is only 53,000 about half of which live on Majuro Atoll. The Marshall Islands is a developing country and has many of the problems common to developing countries like a lack of infrastructure, poverty and a high unemployment rate. However, it can be great for teachers that enjoy swimming, snorkeling, diving or fishing. Majuro Atoll is one of the most Westernized of the Marshall Islands and has stores with international goods, but still is fairly relaxed and tropical.
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