English Language Teaching Positions in Brunei

Location: Brunei: Bandar Seri Begawan, Tutong

Length of Position: 6 months with potential for renewal

Teach Away Inc.

http://www.teachaway.com

147 Liberty Street Toronto, Ontario M6K 3G3 Canada

Call Us

Phone: +1-877-222-0814 +1-416-628-1386

Description

Located on the northwest coast of the island of Borneo, Brunei shares the island with parts of Malaysia and Indonesia. Brunei is known for its hot climate, beautiful beaches, lush forests, and for being a safe and wealthy country. While the official language is Malay, English is widely spoken and understood throughout the country.

Teach Away is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for ELT positions in schools governed by the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Brunei. Candidates must have a Cambridge DELTA or Trinity Diploma in TESOL, and must have taught for at least three years within the past five years in order to be considered.

Highlights

- School Type: Government Schools - Ministry of Religious Affairs
- Contract Duration: 6 months*
- Working Hours: 7:30 am - 12:30 pm; Monday - Thursday and Saturday
- Accommodation: Free furnished accommodation
- Visa: Provided by employer
- Vacation: Generous holiday allowance
- Medical Insurance: Health insurance provided
- Additional Benefits: Car; Full orientation upon arrival, including assistance with visas, health insurance, and ID card; Tax-free salary

- Note: The duration of the initial contract will be six months. After the contract is up, similar work may be available for high performing teachers.

Qualifications

* Citizen of the following Commonwealth Countries: Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, or United Kingdom
* University undergraduate degree from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, or United Kingdom (preferably in English/Linguistics/Humanities)
* Cambridge DELTA/Trinity Diploma in TESOL
* Minimum 3-5 years classroom experience with no gaps in the past 3 years (including at least one year of teaching ESL in mainstream curriculum schools)
* Driver's license; willingness to drive to/from school
* Native English Speaker

Preferred:
* Masters in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or related subject
* Experience in a Muslim environment
* Experience working outside of home country

Minimum Education

Bachelors

Languages
  • English

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching
  • English

Cost in US$:

Cost Includes:

Credit Available

no

Salary/Pay
BND 27,000 (tax-free) for initial 6-month contract. BND 4,500 bonus payable on completion of contract. (Earn up to 23,000 CAD for 6 month contract.)
Experience Required

yes

    - Minimum 3-5 years classroom experience with no gaps in the past 3 years (including at least one year of teaching ESL in mainstream curriculum schools)
This Program is open to

Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi Participant.

Participants Travel to Brunei

Independently

Application Process Involves
  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Resume
Typically The Application Process Time is
3 weeks
Post Services Include
  • Alumni Network
  • Exit Debriefing Abroad
  • Job and Internship Network
Teach Away Inc.'s Mission Statement

Teach Away Inc. is a North American based teacher placement organization offering a wide variety of international teaching jobs with Ministries of Education and leading private schools abroad. Established in 2003, Teach Away Inc. has become a leader in international teacher recruitment through a commitment to placing the world's best educators in leading educational institutions around the globe. Each year, hundreds of teachers explore the world and experience a new culture through Teach Away Inc's international teaching programs. Teach Away Inc's partners include a wide range of educational institutions including: Elementary, Middle and High Schools; Ministries of Education; International Schools; Businesses; Summer Camps; Educational NGOs; and Private ESL Schools.

Year Founded

2003

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