School spotlight: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
Category: News
Published: 28 September 2023
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Snapshot: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
Year founded: 1989 Public or private: Private school Profit/Not for profit: Not for profit Day or boarding: Day Segregation type: Co-Educational Religious affiliation: None Curriculum: United States of America Instructional language: English Alternate instructional language: Spanish Start grade: PreK End grade: 9
About: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
LIFE School is a not-for-profit school English Immersion School backed by a 501(c)3 incorporated in the state of California.
Recognising the need for a bilingual, international school in Panajachel, LIFE School (Lake Atitlan International Facility for Education) was established in September 1989 by a handful of parents and educators as an alternative to home schooling.
Initially starting with just a few students, LIFE School now has an enrollment of over 150 students. Currently, over 50% of LIFE School students receive some form of financial assistance.
The school is run under the leadership of the principal with the support of LIFE School foundation’s board.
Ethos: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
LIFE School is unique! Its student body and staff reflect its belief that we can all learn from one another. LIFE School prides itself on providing a multi-cultural education to its community. Of its 150+ students, around 50% come from an indigenous Mayan background, and over 50% of students receive financial support through sponsorships and our scholarship program.
LIFE School believes in improving the opportunities for its students and their families, investing in this community, and instilling strong ethical and environmental values in its students.
LIFE School strives to provide a modern education focused on the whole student. The school believes that education can and should be life-changing, as the access to knowledge and opportunities that we offer can have infinite positive consequences.
School fees, sponsorships, and donations are all channelled directly into the maintenance and improvement of our school.
LIFE School is a happy school with wonderful students, where creativity and positivity are celebrated in staff and student body alike.
Location: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
LIFE School is located on the shores of Panajachel, Guatemala, on one of the most beautiful lakes in the world.
Several charming towns are nestled into the jungle ridge line or cresting the foot of three (inactive) volcanoes. Mayan culture is very much alive here, with language, traditional clothing, and customs a part of daily life.
Benefits: The Robert Muller LIFE International School
Bonus: Teachers are eligible for a one-month bonus (based on performance) when they leave the school at the end of their contract period. Likewise, a bonus of $3000 for staff who complete three years (based on performance).
Medical: The school offers basic medical coverage.
Dependent opportunities: Children of staff do not pay school fees to attend the school.
Taxes: The school pays the salary tax for each employee. Your salary is your take home without anything reduced.
When we had a teacher decide to take another job in mid-July, we were left with few options. Historically, it was a tough position to fill. Within 24 hours of posting the position on Schrole, we were able to offer a contract to a more-qualified educator.
Matthew R Merritt
Secondary School Principal
KPIS International School
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