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Grace Christian Academy in Taipei, Taiwan is a small international school for students in grades 1-12.  We are WASC accredited, using curriculum and standards from the US, taught all in English without a translation.  Two thirds of our teachers are from the US.   We have three immediate openings: (1) Grade 2, (2) Grades 4 and 5, teaching Math, Science, Social Studies and Bible, (3) P.E./Coaching, grades 1-12.   Benefits include housing, airfare, and a competitive salary.  Families are welcomed.  Single teachers share apartments.  All apartments are within walking distance from the school. Taipei is a safe and friendly place to live.  It's an active and vibrant city where the violent crime rate is negligible.  Public transportation is convenient and low cost, including bicycles for rent.   The Christian community is growing and active.  Teachers have a variety of English speaking churches to choose from.  Sharing the Gospel is not hindered in any way.  Most of our students are from business families who have had some contact with Christianity, but are not familiar with the Word of God.  All teaching positions involve teaching the Bible; some with daily teaching and others through chapel and special programs such as our Spiritual Emphasis Week.

The Director of International Student Recruitment / International Student College Advisor provides international student recruitment strategy oversight.  He or she strategically coordinates recruitment trips, social media campaigns, and website so Wheaton Academy and WA Global Network are well represented abroad.   He or she will travel at least once a year to represent Wheaton Academy and WA Global Network overseas.  Additionally this person delivers academic and university counseling for 15-20 international students annually, most of which aim to be admitted to highly selective universities.  He or she will also develop international university counseling curriculum and support structures in collaboration with other Wheaton Academy college counseling staff.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Develop and manage team timelines and responsibilities for recruitment trips and marketing ventures. Track stats and lead evaluation/ reflection of initiatives. Interview network school applicants to determine if students are mission fit. Oversee and recruit sponsorships for the International Student Program Conference (ISPC). Serve on the SEI Leadership team to develop programming with a focus on recruitment. Attend SEI with a focus on relationship building and consulting with study abroad candidates. Develop recruitment relationships in new countries for SEI and study abroad. In collaboration with the Wheaton Academy College Counselors, advise international students through all four years of study with a focus on 15-20 international students wanting highly selective university admissions. Counsel freshman and sophomore international students to ensure they are performing in a manner that will set them up for highly selective university admission.   Communicate college application updates to international and host families monthly. Counsel junior and senior international students weekly to plan and oversee college admission application. Communicate college application updates to international and host families weekly. Coordinate a comprehensive ACT/ College Board testing/ TOEFL preparation and testing plan for each student, and offer advice on requesting letters of recommendation. Develop partnerships with colleges and universities that can provide a high level of financial aid to under-resourced international students. Plan college visit trips for international students – oversee all logistics beforehand and serve as the trip leader. In collaboration with the WA college counselor, deliver periodic parent seminars on the college admission process. Travel internationally at 2-3 weeks a year to represent Wheaton Academy and WA Global Network and meet personally with international families regarding university counseling. Assist with other department duties as assigned. Qualifications: The Director of International Student Recruitment / International Student College Advisor must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission of Wheaton Academy and is committed to help see it become a reality in the lives of our students by manifesting, by precept and example, the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (I Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40), and as an example to parents and fellow employees in judgment, dignity, respect, and Christian living.  The ideal candidate will have cross-cultural work experience; demonstrate strong initiative; be well organized; effectively build relationships; be goal-oriented; and solve problems independently and proactively.  Mandarin speaker preferred.  Experience in either admissions, business, or private school guidance is a plus.

JAARS Fellows is an 11-month, merit-based, professional opportunity that provides entry into a first career position, cultivates emerging leaders, and unleashes the world of missions. Fellows join JAARS staff in key positions to make Bible translation and life transformation possible. Develop Spiritually, Professionally, and Personally Receive input from a professional in your field and a spiritual and personal coach. Attend the Intercultural Communications Course . Learn how to further your interpersonal skills, understand differing worldviews, and deepen your relationship with God. Dive into Perspectives and explore God’s global purpose. Enjoy life skills training: everything from learning to drive a manual car to budgeting. Discover Waxhaw, Charlotte, and the surrounding areas with your JAARS Fellows community. The Third Culture Kid Care and Education (TC&E) Fellow will work closely with the Director of TC&E and the departments that report to her (Youth, MK Station, Summer Safari, and Refuge 139). Third culture kids are children raised in a culture other than the culture of the nation named on their passport for a significant part of their early development years. This fellow will have opportunities to work with TCKs and youth of all ages and learn how best to care and minister to them.   Job Responsibilities Work with the Youth department to minister to and care for students involved in the JAARS youth ministry Work with the MK Station (on-campus childcare center for preschool-age children) to understand its purpose and how best to uniquely care for these children Participate in the Summer Safari program (summer long care for elementary-age children) to help serve and design activities and lessons Help Refuge 139 (a ministry to overseas missions branches to hold VBS-style programs for TCKs) share this missions opportunity to churches and individuals   Job Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills A love for children and youth Flexible, energetic, and team-oriented individual Willingness to learn and grow in an entry-level position Highly dependable in fulfilling obligations without supervision Maintain self-control, and avoid aggressive behavior in difficult situations Ready to work indoors and outdoors Able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds Able to stand/sit for extended periods of time Adequate listening skills and ability to hear child’s concerns in order to ensure safety Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Other job-related duties as assigned by your manager   Fellows Program Requirements Value global ministry At least 18 years old Learner attitude Collaborative   Preferred  Majors include Education, Youth Ministry, Children and Family Ministries, and Intercultural Studies   Please review the further information about JAARS Fellows on the website which will be linked after you click "External Application". The application is a link at the bottom of the webpage. More information on the Fellowship is available at www.jaars.org/fellows .  

JAARS Fellows is an 11-month, merit-based, professional opportunity that provides entry into a first career position, cultivates emerging leaders, and unleashes the world of missions. Fellows join JAARS staff in key positions to make Bible translation and life transformation possible. Develop Spiritually, Professionally, and Personally Receive input from a professional in your field and a spiritual and personal coach. Attend the Intercultural Communications Course . Learn how to further your interpersonal skills, understand differing worldviews, and deepen your relationship with God. Dive into Perspectives and explore God’s global purpose. Enjoy life skills training: everything from learning to drive a manual car to budgeting. Discover Waxhaw, Charlotte, and the surrounding areas with your JAARS Fellows community.   The Museum Programs Fellow will serve alongside the Museum team to support the day-to-day operations, programs, and events of the museum. JAARS operates The Museum of the Alphabet on its property (more details here ). The Museum Programs Fellow will learn how to train new staff, coordinate schedules, and organize events.   Job Responsibilities Learn the history, current state, and purpose of the museum Coordinate and host tours for guests Organize special museum events, such as JAARS Day and Night at the Alphabet Museum Oversee staff and operations under the Museum Manager   Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embraces the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Excellent organization and communication skills Flexible and team-oriented Proactive Willingness to learn and grow Problem-solving abilities Basic computer skills Passionate about Bible translation and sharing the work of JAARS Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience High level of independence, guiding oneself with little or no supervision. The ability to speak with clarity and able to identify and understand the speech of another person. High energy level individual Fellows Program Requirements Value global ministry At least 18 years old Learner attitude Collaborative Preferred Working experience with Google suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.) and Microsoft Office Majors include Education, Anthropology, History, Museum Studies, Administration, and Event Planning   Please review the further information about JAARS Fellows on the website which will be linked after you click "External Application". The application is a link at the bottom of the webpage. More information on the Fellowship is available at www.jaars.org/fellows .

Learning & Development Administrative Assistant   The Learning and Development team presents multiple trainings throughout the year and could use your skills and abilities to facilitate these trainings.  A 0.5 to 1 FTE position for a volunteer or career staff person who raises support   Responsibilities Type documents, respond to emails, maintain and order supplies, edit manuals, update calendar Process training venue and food reservations and purchase meal tickets  Coordinate printing and collation of training materials Process registrations for training events and communicate with participants Make travel and lodging arrangements for staff Assist at training events, based on interest, ability, and ongoing training Learn key department financial processes and serve as back-up bookkeeper   Requirements A deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal spiritual growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS Complete the L&D department application process Reflects Mission and Values of the L&D team Good communication, people, and team skills Organized  Some Computer Skills and willingness to learn G Suite (Google Suite)

Do you enjoy sharing your love of boating and the skills required for safe operations? Do you have experience in training others? If so, JAARS Maritime Services needs you! Be a part of providing this critical skill and equipment for Bible translators. We need water safety instructors for an ever growing demand for training to enable safe water travel both overseas and here on the JAARS campus in Waxhaw, NC.  Brief Description   Provide instruction in methods, risk factors, and equipment for safe staff travel.  This is a full time (40 hrs.) (3–6 months /per year) position for a volunteer or a staff person who raises support Must be able to work in the US   Responsibilities   Establish the level(s) of training needed, through successful people interactions to understand their water and boat skill levels Equip and instruct in which water safety gear to carry Instruct how to perform safe water operations in remote and difficult places Discuss the types of risk encountered, and methods for sound decisions on whether to travel or not, due to weather and other conditions Enable trainees to gain confidence, obtain skills successfully, and make right safety decisions Train both at JAARS and in locations overseas Demonstrate a deep and growing walk with the Lord Jesus that includes your personal growth and the ability to support others in their spiritual growth Embrace the vision, mission, and core values of JAARS, and help us live them effectively  Education and Experience   Experience on various types of water, preferably engaged in swimming, free diving, SCUBA diving or lifesaving Operation of various types of boats, and/or other watersports activities may be considered Obtain or maintain certifications such as first aid, CPR; local, state, or federal boat operation courses Participated in college-level programs related to water/marine study, research, boat operations, or law enforcement, including environmental law desired Knowledge of what is required to equip persons and small boats for safe water travel Alternative to above, may be two years of experience teaching water safety  JAARS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Christian ministry headquartered on a beautiful 500+ acre campus just south of Charlotte, NC. Our campus includes extensive training facilities, an airport, office and commercial facilities, guest housing, food services, recreational areas, health clinic, on-site childcare, and youth and family ministry support for staff and partners. We are pleased to have more than five hundred people serving on our campus. We partner closely with SIL International, the organizations of the Wycliffe Global Alliance and other organizations locally and globally. JAARS vision is that people’s lives and communities are transformed as they experience God’s Word in their own language. JAARS mission is to make Bible translation and language development possible, especially in the most remote and difficult places on earth. We do that by enabling locally appropriate and sustainable solutions in transportation, technology, media, and training. JAARS Core Values Together in Christ, we commit to: Seek God Above All Serve in Love Act with Integrity Steward God’s Resources with Courage Pursue Excellence Collaborate with Respect Create a Culture of Innovation