To provide children with education that will give the best possible preparation for the twenty first century, the founders of PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG have established a school which embraces the Indonesian national curriculum and integrates it with the Montessori approach to learning. A key objective of the school is to provide a model that introduces new approaches to learning.

Designed to serve the Indonesian community, this bilingual school in the heart of Jakarta has brought together chiIdren of diverse backgrounds. The PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG is constituted as an autonomous school management team within the Perkumpulan Sekolah Kristen Djakarta (PSKD) — The Jakarta Christian School Association. PSKD, a fifty five year old non-profit school association, operates 26 schools, from pre-school through secondary, in greater Jakarta. In support of our efforts, the PSKD has assigned a building for the school. This building, the pre-war Paul Kruger grade school, was constructed in 1903 and is listed as one of Jakarta's national heritage buildings. In 1996 the school founders invested more than a million dollars to restore the building and create a remarkable educational facility. 

FACILITIES

There are two pre-primary classrooms (15.5 meters by 7.5 meters) and six primary classrooms (16.0 meters by 6.8 meters). Fully dedicated rooms are provided for teaching English as a foreign language, music, art, staff, teacher training and production of classroom materials. There is also a library, and a multipurpose hall (27 meters by 20 meters). All rooms are air conditioned.

STUDENT BODY

The pre-primary school (ages 3-6) currently has two classes of 22 students each. There are two classes planned for each level in the primary school, for ages 6-8, 8-10 and 10-12. Currently we have two classes for ages 6-8 and in 1998/99 we will operate one class for ages 8-10. Total enrollment is expected to reach 200 in 2002. A total of 25 places haue been designated for beneficiaries of the scholarship program. For 1998/99 enrollment should reach 115. Primary leuel class size is limited to a maximum of 25 children.

PROFESSIONAL STAFF

Professional staff consists of expatriate and Indonesian teachers. Expatriate staff work cooperatively with Indonesian teachers to develop techniques in inquiry based and Montessori approaches to learning. The Indonesian teachers help the expatriates understand the national curriculum requirements.

THE LOCATION

With a population approaching two hundred million people, Indonesia is the fourth largest country in the world. The capital, Jakarta, is a metropolis of ten million inhabitants. Indonesia has the largest Muslim population of any country in the world. There are also large Catholic, Protestant, Hindu and Buddhist communities.

Historical Indonesia offers vestiges of Dutch colonial times. The Indonesian archipelago has thousands of islands that are fascinating to explore. Mountain and seaside areas are within easy driving range of Jakarta.

In Jakarta there are air conditioned taxis, supermarkets, outdoor markets, modern hospitals and dental facilities, apartments and houses for rent. The expatriate community is substantial. International schools accommodate all nationalities.

PROGRAM OF STUDIES

Kindling a love of learning and developing the potential of the whole child are essential elements of the program which prepares future leaders in industry, science and the arts. The Indonesian curriculum is taught with the Montessori/inquiry based approach to learning. Using the national curriculum, teachers break down the required subjects into modules and provide supplementary learning materials and experiences. These enhance the chiId's grasp of the concepts involved. In each classroom, an expatriate head teacher works closely with one or two Indonesian teachers.

Core subjects covered are math, language, history, geography, science and civics. Art, crafts, music, English as a second language, fitness and sporting skills and computer technology are also incorporated in the program. The library includes a wide range of CD ROMs, reference and story books in English and Indonesian.

PRE-PRIMARY/PRIMARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

UNIQUE CHALLENGES

The school seeks a dynamic principal who welcomes the challenge of managing a pioneering school that prouides a model of educational vision and practice to the community.

The PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG is a demonstration center for the exchange of ideas and teaching techniques among schools of various religious and economic backgrounds in Indonesia. This position will therefore offer some unique educational challenges.

 * Managing a school that is forging new links in education in Indonesia.

* Leading the development and implementation of the curriculum.

* Collaborating with the Director of the affiliated teacher training institute.

* Delegating authority effectively in a cross cultural enuironment.

· Preparing pathways for the establishment of a middle school in July 2001.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

* Master's degree or higher in education

* Respect for the Montessori approach to learning

* Classroom experience in inquiry based learning

* Experience as an assistant principal or principal

* International school experience

* Curriculum design experience

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES REQUIRED

* Integrity

* Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment

* Strong communications skills

* Team buiIding management skills and experience

* Commitment to quality staff training and development

* Commitment to the use of information technology in education

* Willingness to learn Indonesian

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary and benefits will be competitive, depending upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. They will include a competitive salary, furnished housing, annual home leave, medical benefits, shipping allowance and free tuition for dependents who attend the PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG. The initial contract will be for a period of two years with an option to extend, based upon mutual agreement.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER FOR AGES 6–8

The school seeks an enthusiastic classroom teacher who welcomes the challenge of working in a school which is a demonstration center for the exchange of ideas and teaching techniques,

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

* Bachelor's degree or higher in education

* Montessori qualification for ages 6-9

* International school experience desirable

* Information technology experience

* Integrity

* Sound knowledge of current early chiIdhood curriculum development

* Ability to foster an excellent chiId focused learning enuironment

* Ability to develop effective relationships within the school and local community

* Successful experience with inquiry based learning

* Ability to work in a diverse cultural enuironment

* Excellent communications skills

* Willingness to learn Indonesian

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary and benefits will be competitive, depending upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. They will include a competitive salary, shared furnished housing, annual home leave and medical benefits. The initial contract will be for a period of one year with an option to extend, based upon mutual agreement. 

DIRECTOR OF TEACHER TRAINING

UNIQUE CHALLENGES

The school seeks an experienced trainer who welcomes the challenge of managing a training program in a school that prouides a model of educational uision and practice to the community.

The PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG is a demonstration center for the exchange of ideas and teaching techniques among schools of various religious and economic backgrounds in Indonesia. This position will therefore offer some unique educational challenges.

* Managing a teacher training program that is forging new links in education in Indonesia.

* Leading the development and implementation of the teacher training course for Indonesian teachers.

* Integrating the Indonesian curriculum into teacher training with a Montessori/inquiry based approach to learning.

* Participating as a key member of the primary school senior management team.

* Communicating effectively in a cross cultural enuironment.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

* Master's degree or higher in education

* Respect for the Montessori approach to learning

* Classroom experience in inquiry based learning

* A qualified teacher with experience in adult learning.

* Experience in designing a teacher training program

* International school experience desirable

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES REQUIRED

* Integrity

* Ability to build strong and positive relationships with adults and children

* Ability to work in a diverse cultural environment

* Excellent communications skills

* Commitment to the use of information technology

* Willingness to learn Indonesian

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary and benefits will be competitive, depending upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. They will include a competitive salary, furnished housing, annual home leave, medical benefits. The initial contract will be for a period of two years with an option to extend, based upon mutual agreement.

 APPLICATIONS

Initial applications should consist of:

* an application cover letter including a statement of the candidate's educational philosophy

* a curriculum vitae indicating all post secondary education and professional experience

* university transcripts

* written references with names and contact numbers

Address application to:

The Chairman

PSKD MONTESSORI MENTENG

P.O. Box 6013MT

Jakarta 10310

Indonesia

Fax: 62-21-522-3537

E-Mail: marlin1@ibm.net