| Position Description |
| Country: |
Marshall Islands (Laura) |
| Calling Organization: |
Laura SDA Elementary School |
| Position Type(s): |
Teaching – Elementary
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| Length of Service: |
10-12 months |
| Who makes Final Decision: |
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| Beginning Date: |
Jul 31, 2020
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| Ending Date: |
May 30, 2020 |
| Urgent? |
No |
| Application Deadline: |
Jul 30, 2020 |
| Cancel call if not filled by: |
Jan 1, 2021 |
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| Duties: |
Will be involved in all aspects of teaching these classes. Includes lesson planning, grading, classroom management, counseling, instruction, supervision and extra curricular activities.
a. To teach the above mentioned classes and to undertake such extra-curricular activities and supervisory duties as administration may assign.
b. By precept and example the employee will seek to uphold Christ as Friend and Lord and will endeavor to lead students to a similar understanding.
c. Maintain careful records of attendance and scholastic performance in the register and grade book for that purpose; make course outlines and lesson plans as prescribed by the administration.
d. Maintain proper control of the students’ behavior in the classroom, school grounds and premises in accordance with the rules and regulations stipulated in the Handbook.
e. Maintain neatness and cleanliness in the classroom and school grounds; create visual aids, posters and displays in bulletin boards, thus supporting a positive learning environment; be responsible for janitorial work in and around classroom and undertake supervisory duties at lunch hour, and in other times in rotation with other teachers.
f. Attend regular staff meetings as scheduled and other meetings and events even after school; join in‐service sessions and workshops in order to maintain or increase his/her level of teaching skills.
g. Undertake any other duties and responsibilities considered as part of normal load; will work in harmony with school programs and activities outlined in the Staff Handbook/Bulletin, and other directives set forth by the Board and administration.
h. Regularly attend weekend services and will assist in church programs according to talents and abilities. (Sabbath School classes for all ages that need leaders and assistants, Pathfinder club, youth meetings during the week, door-to-door, prison ministry,…the ministries that can be joined in are extensive and many more could be led by you!) |
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| On-site Orientation Provided? |
Yes |
| Stipend during Orientation? |
Yes |
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| Orientation Date: |
Jul 31, 2020 |
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| Voice tape/phone interview required? |
No |
| Institution requires signed agreement? |
No |
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| Acceptable Dress: |
Men teach in long pants (no jeans) but may wear shorts off campus or after school. Men must wear collared shirts to church meetings. Women must always wear loose fitting skirts and dresses past the knee when going off campus or "in public" on campus. Women may wear modest shorts, slacks or pants only on campus in the evening or when exercising. |
| Unacceptable Dress: |
Women - Tight and/or short shorts are never acceptable, nor sleeveless or sheer blouses or dresses. A conservative hairstyle is preferred for men and women. Please refrain from bringing or wearing jewelry. |
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| Travel and Visa |
| Destination City: |
Majuro, Republic of the Marshall Islands |
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| Airport: |
Majuro International Airport (MAJ) |
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| Travel from Airport to Destination: |
Will be picked up by school personnel. |
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| Required Inoculations |
Hepatitis B |
| Other Medical Recommendations |
Go to www.cdc.gov and click Travelers' Health, then choose your destination recommendations. |
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| Visa Required? |
Yes |
Visa Type: |
Only non-US citizens |
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Who Applies: |
Applicant |
| Work Permit Required? |
No |
Who Applies: |
School personnel will assist applicant, if needed. |
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| Police Clearance Required: |
Yes |
| HIV Clearance Required: |
No |
| Child Protection Clearance Required: |
Yes |
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| Send papers to: |
Non-USA citizens need to contact school for entry permit application and send prior to departure.
All volunteers need to send copies of passport and transcript. |
| Deadline: |
May 30, 2020 |
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| Visa/Travel Details: |
All non-USA citizens MUST be responsible for any Transit Visa (US/Guam, Philippines or any other country) for their airline ticket stops or layovers en route to their final destination. Direct any questions to the principal regarding any Entry Permit requirements. If needed, GMM can furnish a letter to take to your embassy. |
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| Additional Information |
| Laura is one of several islands in the Majuro Atoll within the country of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. Our PreK-8 school, educating over 60 students each year, is located in a quiet rural community about a 1-hour drive from the larger PreK-12 school at Delap. The lovely campus includes the Laura SDA Church, the school's & church's staff housing, and beautiful gardens that supply needed income and food for both schools.
Important Orientation Information: Plan to arrive at Honolulu International Airport, Hawaii, on Friday, July 31, 2020, for Orientation meetings which begin at 6:15 p.m. that evening. Departure to your island school will be on Wednesday, August 5, 2020, on flight UA154, arriving on Thursday, August 6, 2020.
***For volunteers from divisions other than NAD, please work with your Division Volunteer Coordinator regarding important ticketing information with MTS Travel. Division Volunteer Coordinator contact your respective GC coordinator for further information. Pay special attention to the visa information. |