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High School ELA Teacher

school
American United School of Kuwait
location
Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait
housing
Furnished accommodation: allocation based upon family size and availability, AUS provides utilities and transportation to and from work
airfair
Annual home leave (summer break) cash allowance (equivalent of return economy class airfare to point-of-origin).
Start date
Start date: August 2025
2 years
1
  • High School
  • Licensed Teacher
  • Bachelor
  • 3 years of teaching experience
  • English
  • Teaching Credential/License

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education with a major in English, or a related field.
  • Proven experience as a high school English teacher or similar role.
  • Demonstrated experience or a strong understanding of the AP Capstone program, specifically AP Seminar, and its integration within an ELA curriculum.
  • Strong communication, classroom management, and interpersonal skills.
  • A passion for fostering literary excellence and advanced academic skills in high school students.
  • Experience with advanced placement (AP) coursework is highly desired.

AUS offers a competitive salary package, transportation cost, housing, medical insurance, visa sponsorship, annual home leave and relocation allowance. Teachers with school-age children enjoy free tuition.

Cultivate Literary Excellence and Advanced Academic Skills as Our High School ELA Teacher

Are you a passionate educator dedicated to fostering a love of literature and empowering students to excel in rigorous academic environments? As a High School ELA Teacher, you will guide students in developing advanced critical thinking, sophisticated communication skills, and a profound appreciation for diverse literary and intellectual works, including the challenges of the AP Capstone program.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans that encompass literature, writing, grammar, and language skills, fostering both analytical and creative abilities.
  • Integrate AP Seminar skills (research, argumentation, presentation) within the ELA curriculum, preparing students for success in the AP Capstone program and beyond.
  • Develop and implement curriculum that challenges students to engage deeply with complex texts, promoting advanced literary analysis and interpretation.
  • Assess and evaluate student performance through a variety of methods, including assignments, tests, projects, and AP-style assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback to support their academic growth.
  • Create an inclusive and intellectually stimulating classroom environment that encourages active participation, respectful discourse, and diverse perspectives.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, and parents, to support student success and address individual learning needs, particularly within the demands of advanced coursework.
  • Guide students in the development of sophisticated research and writing skills, essential for success in college and beyond.

If you are enthusiastic about shaping the next generation of critical thinkers, skilled communicators, and lifelong learners, we encourage you to apply.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

As the premier Pre-K to Grade 12 private school in Kuwait, American United School (AUS) strives to be “A Better Choice” for the children of Kuwait nationals and expatriates, alike. Located in Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait, AUS is a purpose-built campus with state of amenities.

Not only is AUS dedicated to providing the best education for our students, but we are also committed to providing top-notch professional development opportunities for its educators. We provide resources, ongoing learning opportunities, and support for educators to develop the knowledge and skills needed to improve instruction. This blended support is provided by external partners, school leaders, instructional coaches, grade-level chairs, and content team leaders.

In May of 2018, American United School achieved the rare 10-year International Accreditation designation from the Council of International Schools (CIS) and by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) for the period of May 2018 to May 2028. 

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job

Licensed teachers can teach in Kuwait's private international schools for the chance to experience life in the Middle East while earning an excellent salary and benefits. Hot and sunny year-round, Kuwait's welcoming residents and beautiful weather make for an incredible experience teaching overseas.

Kuwait City
Arabic, English
4.35 million (140th)
Islam, Christianity
Hot/Humid
This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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