English teacher vacancy

JOB SUMMARY

Follow the footsteps of Alexander the Great, on the Silk Road! We are seeking full-time language and primary school teachers to work in Khujand, Tajikistan, one of the oldest cities in the world. We offer an attractive salary package with continuous in-service training. The position is suitable for international teachers with or without experience who wish to make a big contribution to Education. We warmly invite you to help improve our peaceful, beautiful and friendly nation.

About us

Arkon Education Group has been working in the educational sector of Tajikistan since 2012. Our company is the largest and the most respected chain of foreign-language schools in our region. Arkon Education Group, is currently expanding its Primary and Middle School divisions, following the successful development of its Pre-School and Language Center. Our operations are constantly expanding, we welcome you to be a part of our growth!

Career opportunities

At Arkon Education Group, we value our teachers’ work and professionalism, and we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement via experience and training. Our Educational Management Team of Academic Coordinators and Senior Teachers will provide the support and guidance you need as we work together to invest in our clients’ future. We strongly believe in growth and internal promotion, so if you are a dedicated ELT professional thinking about a senior position, this is definitely the school for you!

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Arkon Education Group is looking for candidates who have the personal characteristics, skills and qualifications that will lead to great quality of service, client satisfaction and teamwork. We will consider your application based on your unique merits and the following requirements:

Essential

- Expert-user of the language (e.g. for English IELTS Band 8,5-9 / TOEFL 115-120 / C2 Proficiency Certificate)

- Teaching certificate with pass (CELTA or equivalent)

- Holder of a Ukrainian or Russian passport

- Keen to develop professionally

- Hard-working, organized and responsible

- Enthusiastic, dynamic and adaptable

- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills

Desirable

- Postgraduate qualification in education

- Experienced in teaching learners of different ages and levels

- Able to speak Tajik

- Experience of working in different countries

SALARY AND REMUNERATION

We offer contracts for teaching positions with competitive local salary 500-600 USD (depending on qualifications), a bonus system, visa support, paid accommodation, airfare subsidy, paid holidays and health care. Please note: The average monthly salary for a state school teacher in Tajikistan is 150 USD, so the salary will go a long way.

Apart from a fixed monthly salary, we also offer…

• Visa support - we assist and cover the costs of a multiple-entry work visa

• Airport transfer on arrival and departure

• Private accommodation is provided free of charge. All bills are paid by the school (electricity, gas, cold and hot water, local telephone, etc.) for those living in school flats; excluding international telephone calls, cable TV and internet.

• Free language classes (Korean, Turkish, German, Mandarin)

• Free Health care

• 24-hour hotline emergency assistance

Email resume to: academicdirector [email protected]