Graduate Assistant - July 2024

Are you about to graduate from a UK University? Do you have an interest in the teaching profession, but wish to gain some valuable hands-on experience first? Are you interested in working at one of the oldest and most prestigious schools in South America, in a vibrant capital city for a year? If so, read on…

Introduction to the Role

 The Grange School, Santiago de Chile, is looking for highly motivated recent graduates who are interested in gaining teaching experience within a school setting. The ideal candidate must be passionate, dedicated and resilient. He or she must be able to work in partnership with teaching and other educational support staff. Graduate Assistants will be employed for a period of two semesters, between late July 2024 and July 2025.

The position

We are looking for a highly motivated person who cares about teamwork and the learning process of the pupils, also to establish relationships with different areas of the school.

The selected person will be able to learn from different areas of interest in a collaborative way with teachers and pupils.

Cover, Duties and Invigilation

Graduate Assistants will be expected to be part of the staff cover and duties rota. During examination periods you will be required to invigilate public and internal examinations. On certain occasions, you might be asked to help out in another area e.g. to provide additional staffing for an Outdoor Activities event or school trip.

Board and Lodging

The Grange will provide graduate assistants with local accommodation free of rent and utility. The School will also provide breakfast and lunch during term time. You will have full use of your accommodation during the holidays as well as the term time. You will also receive a monthly salary equivalent to 1000 GBP.