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Country
Panama
Employment Type
Contractor
Contract Length
6-12 Months 1 Year+
Student Level
Elementary

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Playa Venao Field trip to rice farm Volunteering with reforestation Campus at the entrance of a jungle Campus at the entrance of a jungle Turning a caterpillar into a butterfly Playa Venao Playa Venao Playa Venao School garden Classroom Classroom Hands-on learning of pH levels

Job Qualifications

  • Phonics, early literacy, elementary math, inquiry-driven learning, teaching license

Job Benefits

  • Negotiable for right candidate

Company Description

Manglares Discovery School is a private international school nestled within a secluded, natural jungle campus. Located in the serene beach community of Playa Venao, the school serves students aged 3 to 13. With a student population of approximately 55, we offer a unique learning environment rich in inquiry opportunities. Our campus, home to a stunning waterfall and frequent visits from diverse wildlife, provides an ideal setting for hands-on exploration. Additionally, the local community offers a wealth of cultural experiences, perfect for extending student learning.

Job Description

we're looking for an adventurous, fun, and creative primary school teacher to join us!

Specifically, our current need is for a homeroom teacher to finish out the year in Grade 1. If you believe in developing the whole child, love working with children, like to stimulate academic growth, love nature, believe in the hidden potential of children, and want to try living in a tropical paradise, this position might be a great fit for you!

The position requires relocation to Panama. We are in a rural coastal beach town.

We use a US-based curriculum of reading, writing, language arts, math, science, and social studies. The curriculum is provided, but the candidate must have experience leading a homeroom class and display familiarity with engaging children, ability to follow curriculum to create lesson plans. Occasionally we try to engage the children to lead projects. PBL experience is appreciated but not necessary.

The class size ranges from 5 to 8 children. Our school is focused on developing the whole child; academic as well as social and emotional well being.

The candidate must embrace positive discipline, be open-minded and willing to adapt and incorporate various learning tools, lead discussions, model a love of learning.

Most importantly, the candidate must be willing to adjust to a new environment & culture (a slower pace of life) and enjoy nature (or learn to embrace it)

Our website describes our school in more detail ( https://manglares.rocks ).

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