Logos Hope Primary/Elementary School Teacher

OM Internships; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OM Internships seeks a dedicated Primary/Elementary School Teacher to volunteer on the itinerant vessel Logos Hope, teaching a small class onboard. The role requires a professional teaching qualification and a strong engagement in a Christian community. Volunteers will live and work in a cross-cultural environment, gaining unique experiences as the ship journeys to various countries.

Benefits

Experience various cultures

Engagement in community service projects

Regular Christian input for spiritual growth

Living in a close community of 300-400 volunteers

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and able to teach in English.
• Must have a track record of personal involvement in a local Christian community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver learning opportunities for mixed-aged groups of students (3-11 yrs).
• Be part of a small team of teachers under the leadership of an experienced Head Teacher.

Skills

Teaching flexibility

Passion for teaching

Teamwork

Education

Current professional qualification in teaching

Job description

Logos Hope Primary/Elementary School Teacher

Context: Professional teacher on the itinerant vessel Logos Hope (check out http://omships.org) teaching a small class (4-6 students) of primary/elementary school students who live onboard with their parents for a year or more.

Requirements:

1. This is a volunteer position - all staff raise finances to cover their living costs onboard the ship - living onboard for 1 to 2 years rather than receiving a salary.
2. OM is a Christian organization and the successful candidate must have a track record of personal involvement in a local Christian community.
3. Current professional qualification in teaching.
4. Fluent in English and able to teach in English.
5. Flexibility to teach a variety of classes.
6. Passionate and dedicated teacher willing to care for each student in a small class context.
7. Flexibility and a commitment to teamwork.

Specifics:

1. Plan and deliver learning opportunities for mixed-aged groups of students (3-11 yrs of age) based on the UK Early Years and National Curriculum Schools of Work.
2. You will be part of a small team of teachers (teaching other classes) under the leadership of an experienced Head Teacher.

Opportunities:

1. Both you and your students will live in a cross-cultural community and experience a variety of cultures as the ship travels from country to country.
2. You will have opportunities to engage in the local communities the ship visits through community service projects and engagement with local churches.
3. You will be a member of the onboard community, receiving regular Christian input for your spiritual growth.
4. You will live in a close cross-cultural community of 300-400 volunteer staff.

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