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Upper Elementary Teacher

American International School of Bamako

Bamako, Mali

2,000 - 4,000 USD monthly

An apartment basically furnished is provided by the school and assigned by school administration.

Provided by the school at the beginning and end of contract.

Start date: August 2025

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Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Elementary

Eligible Candidates:

Licensed Teacher

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 5 years of teaching experience
Major: Elementary Education
Required Certificates:
Teaching Credential/License

Job Benefits:

Worldwide Health Insurance
$6,000.00 interest free loan in the first year of contract specifically to purchase a vehicle locally.
Two extra pieces of accompanied baggage (totalling no more that $150.00 per piece or $300.00 for the two pieces).
$1,500 (FCFA equivalent) settling in fee upon arrival
R&R at the end of the first year of the first contract defined as the cost of an economy class ticket to Paris and return to Bamako.

Job Description:

The American International School of Bamako is an independent college-preparatory day school offering a dynamic, student-centered educational program for students from Pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Current enrollment is about 130 students. Our student body is fully international and includes students representing more than 18 nationalities. AISB graduates attend fine colleges and universities around the world. AISB is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and is a full member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).

AISB is recruiting an Upper Elementary Teacher (specifically G4/5) with strong classroom management skills, a strong literacy and numeracy background for this age level, the ability differentiate to meet all student needs, have a standards-based assessing and reporting background, be able to use an concept-based integrated teaching approach, and have an ability to collaborate and work on a team with other elementary teachers. The candidate should have experience working with children who are learning English.

The position is full time in a self contained classroom and it is a multi-grade class (G4 and G5). In addition to teaching literacy, numeracy, science and social studies, the candidate is expected to conduct, with his or her class, a community-based engagement project spanning the entire school year, conduct an advisory class one hour each week, and teach one after school activity (1 hour after school each week).

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About the School:

AISB graduates attend fine colleges and universities around the world.

AISB is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and is a full member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA).

Curriculum

AISB offers a complete North American-style child-centered curriculum for students from pre-kindergarten through Grade 12. Our balanced academic program is founded on a commitment to authentic inquiry and supports the growth of the whole child, fostering the deep understandings and essential skills students will need to meet the diverse challenges of a changing world.

AISB’s supportive, interactive learning environments encourage students to welcome challenges and to become empowered creative thinkers and problem-solvers.

Our academic program is designed to engage the imagination and intellect of every student and includes a wide selection of Advanced Placement courses, along with English language-learning and academic support services.

AISB Faculty

The faculty includes a full-time school director and 20 outstanding educators from North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

AISB faculty maintain a dynamic, collaborative professional community dedicated to meeting the academic, social, and emotional needs of every child. All professional staff members are fully qualified, and most hold advanced degrees.

Campus

AISB’s new campus opened in 2011 and is set on 5 hectares overlooking the beautiful Niger River. Our bright, inviting classrooms surround courtyard gardens. The campus outdoor areas include landscaped grounds with playground equipment, two swimming pools, gardens, covered areas, a soon-to-be-covered ball court, and athletics fields.

Our Elementary wing is composed of spacious classrooms, play, and garden spaces. The Secondary wing comprises classrooms, a science lab, a workout room, and student lounge, and study areas. The Arts wing includes two computer labs, the library, a maker space, our performing and visual arts facilities, a large events terrace overlooking the river, and a catering kitchen for lunch service.

The campus offers wireless Internet access throughout.

Community

Inspired and supported by the Malian culture of warmth, dignity, and graciousness, the AISB community is proud of its long history of warmth and welcome. AISB’s active Parent-Teacher Organization is an important contributor to the school, and AISB students, faculty, and families go out of their way to welcome new members of the community. AISB enjoys frequent and enthusiastically-attended community events, and a fully-engaged, happy, small-school atmosphere.

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