Reference:   OIBS

STARTING SALARY 31,000 THB RISING TO 35,000 THB OVER THREE YEARS

QUALIFICATIONS

To work in a bilingual school in Thailand the ideal candidate will be a western teacher who is a native English speaker. They should hold a Bachelor Degree.

EXPERIENCE

A teacher with relevant teaching experience in a kindergarten / primary school

THE SCHOOL

The school is a new building purpose built with all the facilities, resources and staff to deliver a world class curriculum. The staff are teaching professionals who take their work seriously. It is a very happy and friendly place to work. Last year we were awarded "The King's Prize" for the best medium sized kindergarten in Thailand. Should you wish to coomunicate with any of our present or past teaching staff you may contact them at " teachers@oonrakschool.com". Your mail will be forwarded to the staff.

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AGE RANGE

In the academic year 2009-10, the age range will be from 3 -6 years of age for kindergarten and 7-11 years of age for primary

THE CURRICULUM

This particular vacancy would suit a teacher who is able to teach an integrated syllabus of: The Thai Curriculum, Foundation Stage 3-5, The National Curriculum for England to Key stage 2 and The University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations (Starters, Movers & Flyers). The actual syllabus has been written and all resources are available for its effective delivery.

SALARY AND HOLIDAYS

The contract, visas and documentation are for a 12 month period. There a 15 days of public holidays throughout the year which are paid. There is also a two week paid holiday in October. Teachers are not required to be in school during the month of April. The April salary is paid in the form of a bonus, equivalent to one month's average salary, for the satisfactory completion of the 12 month contract. All salaries are paid into the teacher's personal Thai bank account and the balance can be withdrawn in any country with an "Electron ATM card " issued by the Thai bank.

HOLIDAYS AND BENEFITS

The contracts begin on 1st May and terminate on the 30th April

There are approximately 13-15 public holidays in each year. When these holidays occur on a teaching day the school is closed. These holidays are paid.

There will be a paid holiday of two weeks during the month of October

The month of April is not worked

Total paid holiday is approximately 9 weeks per year

Five days teaching per week.

23 contact hours and 17 preparation hours per week

Staff uniform provided free of charge

Teacher's permit, visa and work permit for12 months. NB. The initial Non-Immigrant B visa is not included.

Assistance to find suitable housing near the school.

24 hour helpline to an English speaking school manager, who can sort out any immediate crisis.

Training and issue of a "CERTIFICATE OF THAI CULTURE, THAI LANGUAGE AND THE PROFESSIONAL CODE OF ETHICS FOR NON-THAI TEACHERS ". This certificate is now mandatory for employment in Thailand.

Assistance with application to become a licensed teacher under the legislation which now governs teachers and education personnel

Free in-service training, guidance and  professional support when the need arises

The contract is renewable by mutual agreement