High School English Teacher

Number of Vacancies: 3

Student Level:

• High School

Eligible Candidates:

• University Graduate

School Requirements:

• Education Required: Bachelor
• Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
• Major: Education, English, Literature

Additional School Requirements:

Applicant's passports must have a validity of more than 3 years from the date of application.

Job Benefits:

Working in Kuwait offers an excellent opportunity to save, as it is a tax-free country where you enjoy your full salary. In addition, you'll benefit from furnished housing with fully paid utilities, comprehensive medical insurance, tuition coverage for one dependent and an annual flight ticket that is booked directly by school.

• Housing benefit details:

For Families/Teaching Couple - Fully furnished, 3 bedroom apartments

For Single Teachers - Fully furnished, 2 bedroom apartments

ASK provides well situated Housing with 24 hours security, with just a one-minute walk across the school campus, in a central location for easy access to the city, gulf and prime events.

Being just steps away from campus gives staff members the added advantage of full access to the school amenities including:

• Gym
• Swimming Pool
• Football pitch
• Basketball court
• Volley ball court
• Running track

All Apartments include:

Fully covered Electricity, Water and Gas and Trash/Garbage collection.

Electric Appliances incorporated such as:Refrigerator, Washing Machine, Cooker/Stove, Microwave

• Travel Benefits:

Teaching Staff members are provided with a round-trip ticket, booked on a yearly basis at the end of each academic year, to their destination of origin. In extension of 1 dependent (Child/non-teaching partner).

• Tuition Benefits:

1 child (KG-12) dependent tuition paid per teaching contract, enrolled in ASK.

• Medical insurance:

• Access to a network of trusted medical providers where you can receive treatment on a direct billing basis, enjoying the convenience of around 15-20% co-payment at the time of your visit.

• Dental Insurance is provided as well with a different coverage relevant to type of service.

• Setting in Allowance? (Welcome allowance)

An amount of 200 KWD is paid to teaching staff, to help adjust in their initial stage.

• Moving Allowance/(Baggage Allowance):

200KWD for Single Teacher

300KWD for Single Contract and one Dependent

(Reimbursement upon presentation of receipts up to the contracted amount)

Job Description:

A high school English teacher is responsible for developing students' skills in reading , writing, speaking and critical thinking by creating and implementing lesson plans aligned with curriculum-school standards. The teacher shall foster a positive classroom environment, assess student progress, and communicate with parents and colleagues to support student success.

Duties and responsibilities

• Instruction and curriculum: Develop, plan, and deliver engaging lessons on English literature, grammar, vocabulary, composition, and communication.
• Assessment: Evaluate student progress through assignments, projects, tests, and essays. Provide constructive feedback to help students improve their writing and comprehension skills.
• Classroom management: Create and maintain a respectful, safe, and positive learning environment. Enforce classroom rules and manage student behavior effectively.
• Student support: Adapt teaching methods and differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs and learning styles of all students.
• Communication: Communicate regularly with parents, students, and other school staff regarding student performance and progress.
• Collaboration: Work with other administrators, HS principle on lesson planning, and school-wide initiatives.
• Professional development: Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with educational trends, technology, and teaching best practices.
• Extracurricular activities: Might be asked to supervise students outside of the classroom and may advise clubs or coach sports.

Qualifications and skills

• Education: A bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field is typically required.
• Knowledge of subject matter: A deep and thorough knowledge of English literature, grammar, and composition is essential.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed for presenting lessons, writing reports, and interacting with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Classroom management skills: The ability to lead and manage a classroom is critical for creating a productive learning environment.
• Patience and empathy: The capacity to work with students of varying abilities and from diverse backgrounds is crucial.
• Adaptability and flexibility: An effective teacher can adjust lessons and strategies based on student needs and unexpected changes in the learning environment.
• Technological proficiency: Familiarity with educational software, learning management systems, and other technology is often required.
• Organizational skills: Strong time management and organizational skills are necessary for lesson planning, grading, and administrative tasks.