The International School (TIS) of Macau is a pre-kindergarten to grade 12 school, where our mission is to develop socially responsible, lifelong learners able to problem solve, think critically, and make positive changes in our global community. We are accredited by the Education Ministry of Alberta, Canada and our graduates receive a high school diploma that is recognized by universities around the world.
At TIS, we offer the Alberta curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) program for our high school students as a program of choice.
Benefits
Number of Contract Days
200 teacher days
Student contact days up to 190
Starting Salary Range
Salary is based on a grid relative to experience. The gross salary is comprised of a base amount, 20% contract completion bonus, housing allowance and travel allowance. Gross salary ranges from MOP450,000 to MOP750,000.
Taxes
Personal income tax (the only deduction from your salary) for teachers in Macau is very low (about 3%).
Savings Potential
B.Ed. with 8y experience and no dependents: USD25,000;
Teaching couple with 8y experience and 2 dependents: USD$40,000.
Accommodation
School assists teachers to find housing in the local area. An allowance of MOP7500/month is provided to help defray the cost of housing.
Flights/Transport
A flight allowance of MOP22,000 per two year contract is provided; 50% is paid at the start of the contract and the remaining 50% at the end of the contract term. Continuous contracts receive a flight of allowance of MOP11,000 per year.
Utilities
Utilities are the responsibility of the individual teacher. Electricity, for air conditioning, tends to be the greatest expense (there are no heating expenses). Natural gas, cable and cell phones are purchased at a very reasonable cost.
Furniture
Apartments can be furnished and unfurnished.
Moving Allowance
A moving allowance of up to $300 CDN can be reimbursed for shipping or additional baggage costs.
Dependent Opportunities
Dependent children are eligible for a 75% discount on tuition fees.
Medical
School pays basic group medical plan costs as well as dental insurance for private health care. Employees can upgrade their coverage and add dependents for a reasonable cost.
Dental
Basic dental plan provided.
Other
Professional Development Fund for teachers is MOP7000/year.
There is a health spending allowance of MOP2000 minimum.
All kindergarten and elementary teachers are provided with daily common collaborative planning time.
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Aoba-Japan International School
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