Dual Language Consultant

Position Title	Dual Language Consultant
Location	Kenya
Agency	Aga Khan Academies
Sector	Social Development
About the Agency	The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay. Envisaged in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East, the Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally. The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya in 2003 and the second in Hyderabad, India in 2011. More information.....
The position	Required for July 2014 for a three month assignment, a Dual Language Consultant for the Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa.  The Aga Khan Academy, Mombasa, implemented a 50-50 Dual Language Programme in Grade 1 in August 2009. The languages of choice were English, the main language of instruction, and Kiswahili, the national language of Kenya. The cohort of students that first experienced dual language is presently in Grade 5 and will be the first group to proceed to MYP 1 in Grade 6. The full Dual Language programme in the Junior School is expected to be in place by the Academic Year 2020-2021. In order to help us advance towards the full Dual Language Programme, the Dual Language Consultant is expected to: Review the current dual language programme and provide recommendations on areas of improvement that support the successful delivery of the overall vision and strategy. Review the capabilities and proficiency of current faculty and recommend an appropriate professional development programme.
The requirements	Essential Experience Degree in Languages with at least 10 years of teaching experience.  Demonstrated experience in teaching in a dual language setting.  Exemplary multilingual skills.  Experience in advising schools on dual language. Desired Attributes Experience in teaching in an IB World School, especially in the PYP.  Interested candidates should submit a letter describing their background, the basis of their interest and their qualifications, along with a current resume or CV.  The closing date for applications is 24th March 2014.
Salary	Salary and package to attract the best candidate
Apply by	02-Apr-2014