The American School of Kinshasa
School Details
Accreditation
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSACS)
Curriculum
Common Core, IB PYP, IB MYP, IB DP
Instructional Language
English
Total student numbers
350
Teacher numbers
52
About the School
TASOK, located in central Africa in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is an established school started in 1961 we are a preschool through 12 American International school. TASOK is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of the Council of International Schools. TASOK is an authorized IB Diploma school and a candidate for PYP and MYP authorization which we have begun implementing this school year.
The TASOK school campus itself is beautiful, 42 acres of garden in the midst of a kinetic, dusty, at times confusing urban scene. We have generator back up for both the school and faculty residences and a back-up water system. All teachers live in housing units on campus. Teachers have opportunities to connect with the local community through service learning.
Our focus is building a strong professional culture with teachers committed to their personal and professional growth. We have established learning principles that guide us towards achieving our Mission and beliefs of Excellence, Integrity and Inclusivity.
Benefits
Starting Salary Range
BA 5years experience - $39,288; MA+15, 5 plus years of experience - $47,082
Taxes
Tax exempt - no taxes are deducted
Accommodation
Housing provided on campus with basic furniture provided
Utilities
Water, gas, electricity provided. Internet with school laptop provided connection also available in housing.
Moving Allowance
$1500 settling in allowance provided on arrival, $1000 for excess baggage allowance per adult, $500 for excess baggage per year after.
Dependent Opportunities
Full tuition for two children for a single and up to three children for a couple
Medical
Clements world wide coverage - 100% coverage
Retirement
5% of salary paid annually in July in lieu of pension plan
Positions available at The American School of Kinshasa
Elementary PYP Art Teacher
Elementary PYP Physical Education Teacher
Elementary PYP Homeroom (Grades 1-3)
Athletic Director / MYP Health and Physical Education Teacher
MYP Individuals and Societies Teacher
MYP/DP Language and Literature Teacher
TENTATIVE - MYP/DP Language and Literature Teacher
TENTATIVE - MYP/DP Maths and Physics Teacher
Whole School Librarian - PYP/MYP/DP
MYP/DP Visual Arts Teacher
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