Company
American International Bilingual School — AMIBS
Location
Yaoundé, Cameroon
Relocation required
Salary
USD $500–$600 per month, depending on experience and qualifications
Accommodation assistance may be provided.
Full Job Posting
American International Bilingual School — AMIBS is a small but growing local bilingual school located in Yaoundé, Cameroon. We currently serve students from early childhood through secondary school and are working to strengthen our academic programs, improve school operations, and develop an international section over the next 2–3 years.
We are looking for a committed, practical, and visionary Head Teacher / Academic Coordinator who is willing to relocate to Cameroon and help us build the next phase of the school.
This is a good opportunity for an experienced teacher, academic coordinator, vice principal, or school leader who wants hands-on leadership experience and the chance to help develop an international-style school program from the ground up.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work closely with school ownership and local administration to improve teaching standards, support teachers, strengthen student learning, and help develop an international section within the school.
This is not a role for someone looking for a large, fully established international school. It is best suited for someone who is flexible, hardworking, organized, and excited by the opportunity to build systems, train teachers, and grow with the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide academic leadership for nursery, primary, and secondary sections.
- Support the development of an international section over the next 2–3 years.
- Supervise teachers and improve classroom instruction.
- Review lesson plans, schemes of work, assessments, and student progress.
- Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
- Help develop school policies, academic calendars, timetables, and reporting systems.
- Support teacher training, mentoring, and professional development.
- Improve student discipline, attendance, and academic performance.
- Communicate professionally with parents, teachers, and school management.
- Help introduce stronger English-language instruction and international teaching practices.
- Support enrollment growth and the reputation of the school.
- Assist with curriculum planning, assessment standards, and school improvement goals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience.
- Prior experience as a Head Teacher, Academic Coordinator, Senior Teacher, Vice Principal, or Principal is preferred.
- Strong English communication skills.
- Good classroom management and teacher supervision skills.
- Ability to work in a developing school environment.
- Willingness to relocate to Yaoundé, Cameroon.
- Must be honest, dependable, patient, and culturally respectful.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in any of the following are strongly encouraged to apply:
- British, Cambridge, American, CBSE, Montessori, or international curriculum.
- School administration or academic coordination.
- Teacher training and mentoring.
- Early childhood, primary, or secondary education.
- Building new academic programs or improving school systems.
- Working in multicultural or international environments.
Candidate Profile
We are looking for someone who is:
- A builder, not just an administrator.
- Comfortable working with a small school that is still growing.
- Able to train and guide teachers respectfully.
- Organized and able to create systems.
- Passionate about student learning and school improvement.
- Flexible and patient with the realities of working in a developing country.
- Interested in long-term growth with the school.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: USD $500–$600 per month, based on experience.
- Accommodation assistance may be provided.
- Relocation support guidance will be provided.
- Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role as the international section develops.
- Direct involvement in shaping the future of the school.
Important Relocation Information
This position is based on-site in Yaoundé, Cameroon. Candidates must be willing and able to relocate.
AMIBS is a local bilingual school with a vision to develop an international section. Applicants should understand that this is a hands-on leadership role in a growing school environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- Updated CV/resume.
- Cover letter explaining why they are interested in relocating to Cameroon.
- Copies of educational certificates.
- Any teaching or school leadership certificates.
- Contact information for at least two professional references.
Pay: ₹682,140.60 - ₹757,934.00 per year
Work Location: Remote
