Founded in 1945, the American School of Guatemala (also referred to as CAG for Colegio Americano de Guatemala) is an independent, non-profit, non-denominational, college preparatory institution that offers a rigorous academic program modeled after the best educational practices and methodologies of the United States of America.
ASG is founded on the principles of co-educational, bi-cultural (Guatemala-United States), bilingual (Spanish-English) program. It serves the Guatemalan community and other families who value a holistic approach to education. Respect for religious, political, social, and ethnic diversity is a fundamental part of the School's identity. ASG is fully accredited in the U.S. by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is recognized by the Guatemalan Ministry of Education as a Laboratory School.
As an active member of the Grupo Educativo Del Valle, ASG is actively committed to the development of education in Guatemala. The mission of the American School of Guatemala is to empower its students to achieve their full potential and to inspire them to lead meaningful lives as responsible members of a global society. With enrollment of approximately 1,813 students, the American School of Guatemala focuses on alignment in a P-12 one-school model, committed to student-centered learning, innovation and community connectedness.
Learning at the American School of Guatemala occurs as a dynamic and iterative process that engages learners in authentic experiences that further develop their unique values, voice and purpose. In a physically, socially and emotionally safe environment, learners are empowered to be the co-designers and co-creators of their own learning as they collaborate, innovate and act ethically and empathetically to make an impact on an ever-changing world. Faculty facilitate learning through a robust and comprehensive English-Spanish dual language approach that fosters bilingualism and biliteracy, academic achievement in courses taught in both languages, and cross-cultural competency. The school's Student Life and Athletics programs provide extensions of learning through extracurricular clubs and sports, international trips, community service opportunities, internships and camps. At the culmination of their educational journey at the American School of Guatemala, students earn a US diploma and Guatemalan "bachillerato" diploma, allowing students to pursue university opportunities locally and across the globe.
Faculty collaborate within and across grade levels and academic departments, and teacher leaders facilitate this aspect of the work. Instructional coaching and strategically focused professional development opportunities support teachers' goals and school-wide alignment. The school also offers faculty opportunities to pursue personal interests and well-being, learn Spanish, learn about Guatemala and its traditions and develop relationships with colleagues through a variety of enriching activities.
For more information about the school, visit www.cag.edu.gt.
Benefits
Taxes
The school is able to bring expatriate teachers to the school via a charitable organization in the US, the Bucks County Organization for Intercultural Advancement (referred to as BCO) for up to eight consecutive years or until an expatriate gains Guatemalan residency. By virtue of being on a fellowship, you are exempt from paying into the Guatemalan tax system. For US citizens, the school grosses up the stipend to pay the employee's and employer's parts of US FICA; non-US expatriate teachers receive a 10% increase on their stipend to support individual's tax contributions to their respective countries.
Accommodation
Semi-furnished housing, selected by the school (including major appliances and furniture, basic kitchen items) of value of rent up to $850 per month for single teachers and up to $1,300 per month for teaching couples. Proximity to school depending on availability.
Diverse building amenities depending on availability. One or two-bedroom apartments are assigned for singles, and families and teaching couples are assigned two-bedroom apartments or townhomes depending on availability.
Flights/Transport
Summer travel between school years (applicable only for those who return for the next school year). Up to $1,000 per year for the cost for BCO Fellow and eligible dependents or its equivalent cost to another destination. Transportation for teachers to/from school using the school buses is available on a daily basis on the school's established bus routes and schedules. It is not a door-to-door service, and it is not exclusive for teachers. The routes may be adjusted depending on the season.
Utilities
Utilities & Internet subsidy of up to $140 / month per household
Moving Allowance
Relocation Allowance for air travel to/from Guatemala, excess baggage, settling in items for the apartment. Amount: $5,000 total over complete period of participating in BCO program: $3,000 paid during the first full month upon arrival to Guatemala and $2,000 paid on the last month of successful completion of the final Participation Agreement.
Dependent Opportunities
For teachers with children: tuition for 1 dependent child per teacher (dependent will be accepted depending on the review of the student's school records and learning profile), excluding costs for uniforms, food service, materials, optional excursions, etc. to be paid directly by the parent.
Medical
Health and Life insurance with international coverage from US provider for single teachers or teaching couples; for teachers and their non-teaching dependents, health and life insurance with international coverage through local provider.
Disability
Disability coverage through US provider for all teachers
Other
Partial subsidy for on-site Spanish language classes offered after school hours at a value of approximately $400 - $600 yearly, depending on the number of classes taken per month; teachers contribute approx. $15/month for classes
Bonus
$4,000 at the beginning of years 3, 4, 5 and 6 at the school
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American School of Guatemala
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