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Application for the 2012 school year is now closed. Applications for positions in 2013 will open in May 2012. Please check back at this time.

 

 

Requirements:
  • Qualified teachers with either:  1) three years relevant teaching experience  2) a degree in Education   or  3) teacher certification.
  • Aged 22-54.
  • Native English speakers of any nationality.
  • Priority is given to Primary teachers and Secondary English, Math and Science teachers.
  • Adaptable and enthusiastic adventurers who are looking to make a difference!

 

How to Apply:

 

Please complete the online application or download the PDF version and email the application and a resume to info@bhutancanada.org, fax it to (416) 572-3736, or drop it off at our office at 720 Bathurst Street, Suite 411 in Toronto.

 

 


 

Timeline:

 

May 1
Application opens.

June 20–August 12
Interviews are held.

End of August
Successful candidates are presented to the Ministry of Education in Bhutan.

End of September
Ministry of Education approvals are finalized. Successful teachers are given an offer of employment.

October 1
New BCF teachers are sent employment and orientation packet, including fundraising materials.

November 30
All fundraised money is banked with BCF.

January 20
BCF teachers arrive in Bhutan.

January 23-February 3
Orientation is held in Thimphu, Bhutan.

February 4-10
BCF teachers are taken to placements.

February 13
School begins.

July 1-15
Mid Year Break.

December 19
Contracts end.

 

 

Please review our FAQs page before completing the application. Pay special attention to the following:

 

Contract

Compensation

Airfare and Expenses

Visa/Working Permit

Medical

 

Application for the 2012 school year is now closed. Applications for positions in 2013 will open in May 2012. Please check back at this time.

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