Contract of Employment

between

First Party:     Cambridge International Training Centres (Sudan)

Arkaweet / Obaid  Khatim Street

Khartoum / Sudan

(hereafter called  the school)

Second Party:  ______________________________ (hereafter called the teacher)

Date:               ________________________________

1- Job Title:   School Principal 

2- Job Description: The teacher will perform duties as outlined in Appendix A (Job Description) attached.

3- Contract validity:

This contract will be in force for

One year

Nine Months

from the date the teacher arrives in Khartoum, Sudan. It may be renewed on agreement of both parties.( please see 12 Contract Renewal)

4- Work Location:

The work done by the teacher will be in Khartoum city limits, Sudan (including Omdurman and Khartoum North). Any work that may arise at a location more than 30 kilometres outside Khartoum city limits will be done only with the agreement of the teacher.

5- Work Starting Date:

The teacher will be required to work from the second normal working day after his/her arrival.

6- Probationary Period:

The teacher agrees to be subject to a probationary period of 6 weeks from his or her first day of work .

 If the performance or behaviour of the teacher is not considered acceptable, this contract may be terminated by the school. In this event, the teacher agrees to continue to work for a further 2 weeks, or until a replacement is found, whichever comes earlier.

The school will not be responsible for reimbursement of the teacher’s incoming air fare, nor the cost of a return flight. However, the school must provide accommodation and pay the salary of the teacher for the period in which the teacher works prior to his/her departure.

7- Working hours:

The school may require the teacher to work up to a maximum of  36 hours per week.

Working hours from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm

8- Teaching ( Monitoring) hours:

Within the working hours stated above, the teacher will be required to teach/monitor

No more than 13 hours per week. The remaining hours will be spent administrative duties, and other duties as may be specified in Appendix A.

9- Salary:

The teacher will be paid starting from the day he or she arrives in Sudan.

a)Basic Salary ( Tax Free):  

b) Overtime: (Subject to agreement of the teacher – All contracts) Any teaching hours beyond  the teaching hours stated above  will be paid at a rate of

c) Method of Payment:  The teacher’s salary will be paid on the first day of each calendar month. The salary will  be in cash in United States dollars.

10- Benefits:

a) Living allowance: Nil. The teacher will be provided accommodation.

b Accommodation: The school will provide a lockable fully furnished private apartment in a secure location near the school. Kitchen, toilet and dining facilities will be fully furnished, including a television and satellite . The kitchen will contain a refrigerator, cooking facilities and hot and cold running water. The toilet facilities will contain a western-style toilet and bathing facilities with hot and cold running water. The school will pay for all utilities (water, gas, electricity, and satellite television.)

Telephone:  The school will provide a SIM card and mobile phone for the teacher and pay for all the incoming calls . Outgoing calls must be paid by the teacher. Normal telephone facilities and internet access can be made available at the teacher’s residence at the teacher’s expense. Internet access is available at the school, and is free of charge.

Transportation: The school will provide the teacher (Principal )with a private car for business and personal use. The school will pay for maintenance and insurance and provide 20 litres of gas per week. Terms will apply for use of a company car.

e) Medical insurance:

Free full medical insurance coverage for full one year ( all contracts) with some restrictions in optical treatment ( i.e eye glasses) and dental treatment ( i.e replacement and cleaning).

f) Paid Vacation:  The school will provide a paid vacation  at the end of the contract period as follows:

g) Air Fares:  The teacher will provide his/her air transportation to Khartoum in the first instance.

At the end of the contract period, the school will reimburse the teacher for his/her ticket according to the bellow schedule. Reimbursement will be made for the cost of a one-way economy air ticket from the capital city of country of the teacher on the date this contract was accepted . ( or the cash equivalent). All Reimbursement /Payments will be made according to the bellow schedule:

Native Speaker:

i) Visa Expenses:  The school will arrange and  pay all expenses related to the obtaining of entry visa . The school will also pay for renewals and settlement of visa for the teacher after the probationary period. Any visas for any family members will be the responsibility of the teacher.

11- Holidays and Week-ends:

The weekly (week end) holiday will be on Friday and Saturday each week.

All local official holidays (Islamic and Sudanese) will be given to the teacher and will not be counted against the paid leave .

12- Contract Renewal:

This contract  may renewed  for another period  on agreement of both parties with salary increment.

13- Contract Termination:

This contract may be terminated at any time with the mutual agreement of both the school and the teacher.

If the school requests the termination, the teacher agrees to carry on in the performance of normal duties for normal pay for a period of 2 weeks, or until a suitable replacement is found, whichever comes earlier. The school will continue to pay for airfare reimbursement and will provide a return air ticket to the teacher point of origin.

If the teacher requests the termination, he/she agrees to carry on in the performance of normal duties for normal pay for a period of  4 weeks, or until a suitable replacement is found, whichever comes earlier.. The school is  not responsible for the teacher’s return airfare. The teacher must pay all expenses related to obtaining of visas.

14- Contract Violation:

If this contract is violated by either the school or the teacher, either has the right to demand a meeting to discuss the nature of the violation. If the school refuses to hold such a meeting, the teacher may consider this contract void. If the teacher refuses to attend such a meeting, or is unavailable to attend such a meeting, the school has the right to terminate the contract.

After the meeting is held, the school may terminate this contract if the teacher is in violation of any conditions. The teacher may terminate the contract if the school is in violation of any conditions.

If the school is in violation of the contract, and the teacher wishes to leave, the school must pay any and all outstanding wages and benefits, it must continue to provide accommodation, and it must provide return airfare to the teacher’s .

If the teacher is in violation of the contract, the school must pay all outstanding wages and benefits, but the school is not required to pay for vacation time, and it is no longer responsible for the teacher’s accommodation or the payment of return airfare and the teacher must pay  all expenses related to visas and work permit.

15- Terms and conditions:

The teacher may not work in Sudan, with or without wages, for any person or organization of any kind, either in a teaching capacity or in any other form of work, without  prior written permission of the school

The teacher authorizes the school to publish the professional qualifications contained in his/her curriculum vitae and/or photograph on the school’s notice boards, in local newspapers, on television, in the school’s  publications, and whenever needed by school for advertisement about the school and its courses.

The school may submit for approval the entirety of the teacher’s curriculum vitae to the offices of any business or organization that requests such information prior to agreeing to a contract with the school.

The school will not, under any circumstances, use the teacher’s curriculum vitae and/or photograph for any other purpose unless written permission is given by the teacher.

16- Teacher’s Obligations:

The teacher is responsible for the veracity of the contents of his or her curriculum vitae and any supporting documentation. If a teacher misrepresents him or herself in any such documentation, the school may terminate this contract.

The teacher is responsible for obeying Sudanese law. If a teacher violates the law, he/she will be dealt with by local authorities. Depending on the nature of such violation, the school may terminate this contract forthwith.

Any terms or conditions not mentioned in this contract will be dealt with according to the Sudanese Labour Law.

Two copies of this contract were signed and received by each party on the   _______ 

day of __________________   2_____  in the city of Khartoum, Sudan.

For the School:                                                 Teacher:

_____________________________                          ___________________________

Salah Ahmed                                                             (please print name here:)

Appendix A:

Job Description: Principal (Full-Time) 

REPORTS TO: The General Manager

SUPERVISES: Students and all teachers of the school

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

Achieving academic excellence requires that the school Principal work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school staff hired by the Board of Directors and to communicate effectively with parents.  Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main Duty:

1.      Fully Supervise the teachers to teach English, Mathematics, Science, Physical Education/Health, ICT and Computers to their own class  using curriculum from Department. for Education and Skills / UK.

The school Principal shall:

2.      Establish and promote high standards and expectations for all students and staff for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.

3.      Manage, evaluate and supervise effective and clear procedures for the operation and functioning of the school consistent with the philosophy, mission, values and goals of the school including instructional programs, extracurricular activities, discipline systems to ensure a safe and orderly climate, building maintenance, program evaluation, personnel management, office operations, and emergency procedures.  Ensure compliance with all laws, board policies and civil regulations.

4.      Establish the annual master schedule for instructional programs, ensuring sequential learning experiences for students consistent with the school’s philosophy, mission statement and instructional goals.

5.      Supervise the instructional programs of the school, evaluating lesson plans and observing classes (teaching, as duties allow) on a regular basis to encourage the use of a variety of instructional strategies and materials consistent with research on learning and child growth and development.

6.      Establish procedures for evaluation and selection of instructional materials and equipment, approving all recommendations.

7.      Supervise in a fair and consistent manner effective discipline and attendance systems with high standards, consistent with the philosophy, values, and mission of the school.  Ensure a safe, orderly environment that encourages students to take responsibility for behavior and creates high morale among staff and students.  File all required reports regarding violence, vandalism, attendance and discipline matters.

8.      Establish a professional rapport with students and with staff that has their respect.  Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel.  Serve as a role model for students, dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance and relevance of learning, accepting responsibility, and demonstrating pride in the education profession.  Encourage all teachers to do the same.

9.      Notify immediately the Board, and appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.

10.  Keep the Board advised of employees not meeting their contractual agreement.

11.  Research and collect data regarding the needs of students, and other pertinent information including the collection of detail regarding the sacraments students have received or are preparing for.  Keep the Chaplain informed of this information.

12.  Keep the staff informed and seek ideas for the improvement of the school.  Conduct meetings, as necessary, for the proper functioning of the school: weekly meetings for full-time staff; monthly staff meetings.

13.  Establish and maintain an effective inventory system for all school supplies, materials and equipment.

14.  Establish procedures that create and maintain attractive, organized, functional, healthy, clean, and safe facilities, with proper attention to the visual, acoustic and temperature.

15.  Assume responsibility for the health, safety, and welfare of students, employees and visitors.

16.  Develop clearly understood procedures and provide regular drills for emergencies and disasters.

17.  Maintain a master schedule to be posted for all teachers.

18.  Establish schedules and procedures for the supervision of students in non-classroom areas (including before and after school).

19.  Maintain visibility with students, teachers, parents and the Board.

20.  Communicate regularly with parents, seeking their support and advice, so as to create a cooperative relationship to support the student in the school.  The Principal may not interfere with anyone’s freedom to speak directly to the Chaplain.

21.  Use effective presentation skills when addressing students, staff, parents, and the community including appropriate vocabulary and examples, clear and legible visuals, and articulate and audible speech.

22.  Use excellent written and oral English skills when communicating with students, parents and teachers.

23.  Complete in a timely fashion all records and reports as requested by the Board.  Maintain accurate attendance records.

24.  Communicate with the Board regularly about the needs, successes and general operation of the school.

25.  Establish procedures for safe storing and integrity of all public and confidential school records.  Ensure that student records are complete and current.

26.  Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.

27.  Organize and supervise procedures for identifying and addressing special needs of students including health-related concerns, and physical, emotional and spiritual needs .

28.  Supervise the exclusion from school of any pupil who shows departure from normal health, who has been exposed to a communicable disease, or whose presence may be detrimental to the health and cleanliness of other pupils.  Assure that excluded pupil’s parents or guardian are apprised of the reasons for exclusion.

29.  Attend required committee meetings (e.g.: fund-raising, curriculum, etc.) and extra school sponsored functions and religious events e.g.: First Communion, Confirmation, Graduation, etc.).

30.  Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and certifications, as assigned by the Board and not otherwise prohibited by law or in conflict with contract.

31.  Ensure that schedule allows for regular Mass and Confessions.

32.  Oversee the development of Curriculum Committee and keep the Board apprised.

33.  Provide quarterly student grade and behavior reports to parents.  Post honor roll lists each quarter.

34.  Nurture both students and teachers to achieve their greatest potential academically, instructionally and spiritually.

35.  Maintain in the school a spirit conducive to prayer and study.

36.  Provide an atmosphere of piety, obedience and charity throughout the school day.

37.  Ensure that students and teachers attend scheduled prayers and Mass throughout the school day.

38.  Enforce uniform policy and appearance policy so as to assure a school environment that is focused on group spiritual and academic achievement rather than on individuals.