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“At Grace International School our multinational staff have the heart to serve and share the name and love of Christ with those around us. We live in the heart of Dhaka surrounded by the beautiful, dynamic Bangladeshi culture. Join our team by applying for one of our open positions. We look forward to hearing from you!”
I appreciate your interest in serving at Grace International School. We seek qualified, dedicated staff who have a mutual faith in Christ. Our recruiting team would love to speak with you to hear your story and see if God has a place for you in Dhaka.
At Grace, our staff are characterised by their Christian love and a self-sacrificing desire to meet the needs of others. This creates a staff culture unlike any other. Should you choose to serve alongside us, we have a compensation plan that provides for your travel and living expenses.
Please see our list of present openings. If you are interested in applying to serve at Grace, visit the links below. Questions can be directed to serve@grace.edu.bd.
Discovering Grace
The staff at Grace International School form a distinctive, multicultural community united by Christian faith. We have the ability, each day, to share the love of Christ with the families and students we serve. The families we serve come from various nationalities, ethnicities, and faith backgrounds.
Grace requires its board members, leadership, senior management staff, and teachers to accept and uphold their Statement of Faith and Lifestyle statement. Grace expects a high standard of behaviour based on a love of God and love for others. All of our academic staff must have a degree in education or be qualified teachers.
Basic qualifications
Grace International School employs teachers and experienced administrators with a Christian commitment. For those applying for teaching positions, teaching qualifications (Post Graduate Certificate of Education or equivalent) are essential.
- Passion to serve God through teaching
- Adhere to our statement of faith
- Current, appropriate teaching degree or qualifications
- Grace follows the English National Curriculum. Relevant experience is helpful but not required.
- Overseas experience is beneficial
Grace has a distinctive character and quality which is derived from several sources:
- Christian basis that is firm and passionate
- An international school environment—with a variety of nationalities working together
- High professional standards in a relaxed atmosphere
- Strong community ethos: knowing and caring for everyone
- Child-centered methodology; adoption of an each-child-matters attitude
This is an opportunity to join a supportive, committed team. Grace seeks all who desire to make a difference serving through education in this corner of the developing world.
Expatriate Benefits
Salary
- Cash Allowance
- Longevity allowance
- Airfare
- Visa and work permit costs
- Repatriation allowance
We offer a base salary to all of our expatriate staff. This salary is enough to live comfortably when combined with the other benefits we offer. Additional salary allotments are given for leadership positions and at each contract renewal. Grace covers all visa and work permits costs in addition to Bangladeshi income taxes.
We pay for your initial flight to Dhaka and one round trip ticket annually to your home country. After your service at Grace has concluded, we will help cover the costs of starting the next chapter in your journey.
Housing
- Apartment
- Domestic help
- Transportation
We provide housing for all of our expatriate staff. Our staff live in an apartment building located in a safe, comfortable neighbourhood. Local shops, grocery stores, and a public park are all within walking distance. The unique sights, sounds, and smells of Bangladeshi culture can be found all around the neighbourhood.
Each apartment has a domestic helper 2-3 days a week. These dedicated people can clean, do laundry, cook, shop for groceries, etc. In addition, we provide free transportation seven days a week around Dhaka.
Healthcare
- Local medical and dental
- International emergency health and medical insurance
- Family package
Each expatriate staff member is provided emergency health and medical insurance that can be used in nearly any country around the world. We also provide a cash allotment to reimburse local medical and dental expenses. Family healthcare packages are available for extended coverage.
Other Benefits
- School Tuition
- Mobile phone
- Language Tuition
Expatriate staff receive tuition benefits for all of their children as long as they are employed. Basic Bengali language classes are provided to all new staff. Additional classes can be purchased if desired. Mobile phone numbers, plans, and SIM cards are provided to expatriate staff. A basic allotment is given to cover school-related costs.
2023 / 2024 Teaching Openings
Reception / Preschool Teacher
Grace Early Years uses play and activity-based learning as our foundation of education. The teaching staff create a caring and nurturing environment for our students to thrive. Early Years include Nursery and Reception (ages 2-5).
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Primary Teacher
Our Primary Years teachers develop a strong academic base in literacy and numeracy for years 2-6 (ages 6-10). Our students are nurtured within a supportive and creative atmosphere.
Grace International School uses a modified English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive in the world socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Secondary Art Teacher
Our Secondary School teachers provide quality education for years 7-13 (ages 11-17). Our curriculum promotes creative and independent learning to give our students a foundation for success.
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Coach / PE Teacher
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Secondary History and Geography Teacher
Our Secondary School teachers provide quality education for years 7-13 (ages 11-17). Our curriculum promotes creative and independent learning to give our students a foundation for success.
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Secondary Chemistry Teacher
Our Secondary School teachers provide quality education for years 7-13 (ages 11-17). Our curriculum promotes creative and independent learning to give our students a foundation for success.
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
SEND Specialist / Special Education Resource Teacher
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
2024 Openings
Primary Teacher
Our Primary Years teachers develop a strong academic base in literacy and numeracy for years 2-6 (ages 6-10). Our students are nurtured within a supportive and creative atmosphere.
Grace International School uses a modified English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive in the world socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Secondary Biology Teacher
Our Secondary School teachers provide quality education for years 7-13 (ages 11-17). Our curriculum promotes creative and independent learning to give our students a foundation for success.
Grace International School follows the English National Curriculum in a Christian environment and international context. All classes utilise the National Numeracy and Literacy strategies. Grace embraces a child-centred approach, educating children beyond academics and encouraging them to thrive socially, spiritually, and emotionally. The specific needs of each child are considered in the class. Our teachers are committed to fostering an enriching, diverse, and encouraging community where young students will thrive.
Manager of Communications
Manager of Communications
Grace International School seeks a task-oriented team player to handle and oversee our internal and external communications, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Responsibilities include:
- Developing marketing strategies for better workforce and public communications.
- Crafting marketing materials.
- Managing social media operations.
- Coordinating with other departments to create new materials and opportunities.
The manager will lead and encourage the team, all while implementing the company’s branding, policies and regulations.
A successful candidate will be a native English speaker with exceptional writing skills.
What Our Staff are Saying
“I like the core values of Grace- which helps my personal life, spiritual life and in my professional life. I also have freedom in my work which I enjoy.“
“One of the main reasons I stayed at Grace is because I feel that I can be who God made me to be and share what God is doing in my own heart.
Grace has become my family. I know these kids, and I love them.”
“My transition to Dhaka was relatively easy because Grace makes sure everything we need has been prepared. This was important to me because I need to be very organised.
I love my colleagues because we have the same faith and vision. Grace is an amazing community.”