Mathus Language Academy

http://hometown.aol.com/MathusAcad/

Mathus Language Academy is an English language school situated in southeast Thailand. Our location in Suratthani is ideal for weekend visits to many beautiful islands and beaches. At Mathus we teach all levels and ages including: nursery school, middle school, high school, adult and company classes. We have an experienced, friendly team of 9 foreign teachers and we are looking for qualified Native English speakers to join our team in May, August, September and October 2005. These positions involve mainly high school level students, but teachers should be prepared and willing to teach all ages (including small children). Our contracts are for a minimum period of one year plus a two-week training period.

We offer:
· Salary of 20,000 Baht per month. Upon completion of a one-year contract, teachers will receive a Completion Bonus of 10,000 Baht and will be eligible for a 10,000 Baht Performance Bonus.

Ø Salary = 20,000 x 12
Ø Housing = 2,500 x 12
Ø Completion Bonus = 10,000
Ø Performance Bonus = 10,000
Ø Average Monthly Salary = 24,167 Baht per month
Ø Average Yearly Income = 290,000 Baht

· Work permit and necessary visa.
· A housing allowance of 2,500 Baht per month with assistance in finding a place.
· 5 day work week with 2 consecutive days off.
· No more than 22 teaching hours per week.
· 24 paid vacation days (scheduled by the school, usually following our summer camps).
· Free medical consultation and medicine for minor ailments.
· Comprehensive training including observations of other teachers.
· Unlimited free Internet.
· NOTE: Mathus does not provide airfare for teachers; the bonus system is set up to assist with travel arrangements at the end of the contract.

Required Qualifications:
1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required to obtain a work permit.
2. Native speaker of English.
3. Have experience or be willing to work with young children.
4. TESOL/TEFL/CELTA qualification a plus.
5. Have a valid drivers license and be prepared and willing to drive standard and automatic vehicles.

To apply:
1. Visit our web site at http://hometown.aol.com/MathusAcad/ to copy and paste the application form. Check out our Staff Profiles for details and experiences of our teachers from past and present. Please note our website is currently being updated.
2. Complete the application form and paste it onto an email and attention it to Jenni Dunseith, Head Teacher (please do not send it as an attachment). Please state your exact date of availability (to be in Thailand ready to work).
3. Send the completed application form and recent photograph to MathusAcad@aol.com.
4. Only applicants with required qualifications will be contacted.