![]() The Majuro Cooperative School Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges P.O. Box 81, Majuro, MH 96960 Telephone (692) 625-3144 Facsimile (692) 625-3719 e-mail: coopschl@ntamar.net |
Majuro Cooperative School Teachers & Job Opportunities
Majuro Cooperative School's Marshallese Language Arts Teacher
Jennifer Elcar
Wins"Teacher of the Year"in the Marshall Islands!
Exciting Employment Opportunities at Majuro Cooperative School
Job openings for teachers for the 2011-12 school year are as follows:Contracts begin in August and are for two years. Travel and housing is provided, in addition to a living allowance and salary. Contact Kathy Stratte at coopschl@ntamar.net Certification and previous experience is desirable.
****All positions are filled for the 2011-2012 school year, but please continue to check this website for possible openings or contact the principal for further information.JOB OPENING FOR 2012-2013 SCHOOL YEAR:
PRINCIPAL FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, GRADES PRESCHOOL THROUGH 8TH GRADE
*The Majuro Cooperative School, seeks a principal for the elementary school (preschool through 8th grade). Responsibilities include directing curriculum and instruction; insuring ongoing accreditation requirements are met; managing and supporting teaching and support staff; developing and overseeing $850,000 annual budget; grant-writing and grants management; working with Board of Directors and PTA; working directly with students; and representing the school to the community. Desired qualifications include masters degree in education with a minimum of seven years of teaching experience; a demonstrated ability to lead and supervise; and management experience in a school or NGO. Strong candidates shall also have had experience living and working in a developing country, cross cultural experience, successful and varied grant writing and fundraising experience, and strong interpersonal skills. Salary and benefits depend on experience; housing and airfare included. Three year contract.
*The Majuro Cooperative High School seeks a science teacher. Responsibilities include teaching high school students chemistry, biology and technology. Desired qualifications include a teaching certificate and two years of teaching experience. Strong candidates shall also have had experience living and working in a developing country and/or cross cultural experience. Salary and benefits depend on experience; housing and airfare included. Two year contract. Please send letter of interest and resume to Becky Lathrop at majurocoophs@yahoo.com.
*The Majuro Cooperative Elementary School seeks a 2nd grade teacher. Desired qualifications include a teaching certificate with strong background in balanced literacy, guided reading, and two years of teaching experience. Strong candidates shall also have had experience living and working in a developing country and/or cross cultural experience, and working with English language learners. Salary and benefits depend on experience; housing and airfare included. Two year contract. Please send letter of interest and resume to Kathy Stratte at coopschl@ntamar.net.
*Applications should include a detailed curriculum vita, copies of academic qualifications, indication of possible starting date, and available references from three most recent employers/supervisors. Please visit our website for information about the Majuro Cooperative School. We are a US accredited school through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.MCS Staff Handbook 2011-2012
MCS High School Handbook for Parents and Teachers 2011-2012 School Year
MCS Elementary and Middle School Handbook for Parents and Teachers 2011-2012 School YearMCS Calendar for the 2011-12 school year.pdf
Majuro Cooperative School Registration Materials for 2011-2012 School year
Reply to:Kathy Stratte, Superintendent
Majuro Cooperative School
PO Box 81
Majuro, Marshall Islands 96960
Republic of the Marshall Islands
e-mail: coopschl@ntamar.net
Telephone: 692-625-3144
Fax: 692-625-3719
Website: http://www.majurocooperativeschool.org
Job opportunities occasionally open up over the course of the school year. At this time, however, the Majuro Cooperative School is fully staffed. If you would like to be considered for any future openings, especially for the 2010-2011 school year, please contact:
Kathy Stratte, Elementary and Middle School Principal
P.O. Box 81, Majuro, MH 96960
Telephone (692) 625-3144
Facsimile (692) 625-3719
e-mail: coopschl@ntamar.netBecky Lathrop, High School Principal
P.O. Box 81, Majuro, MH 96960
Telephone (692) 625-3144
Facsimile (692) 625-3719
e-mail: rwlathrop@msn.comMCS 2011-2012 School Year Staff Handbook
Current teaching staff and qualifications:
Kathy Stratte, Superintendent and P-8 Principal, M.Ed. Elementary Education and Special Education, US certified, Preschool through 12th grade Special Ed. and 1-8 Elementary, RMI certified
Becky Lathrop, High School Principal, M.Ed, Integrating Technology in the Classroom; US certified Math and Art, 7-12th grade, RMI certified
Jennifer Bristow, Special Education and Learning Resource, P-6, B.A. Education, US certified Special Education
Robin Seru, Preschool, RMI provisional certification, AA degree in Early Childhood in progress
Mere Tamanisau, Kindergarten, RMI provisional certification, AA degree in Early Childhood in progress
Bonnie Schultz-Lorentzen, First Grade, BA in History, B.Ed in Primary and Intermediate Education, Canada certified, RMI certified
Kim Blanton, Second Grade, BA Education, US certified K-6, RMI certified
Jeff Clark, 3rd Grade, BA Education, US certified K-6, RMI certified
Waisake Savu, 4th Grade, BA in Education in progress, RMI provisional certification
Krista Howell, 5th Grade, BA Education, US certified K-6, RMI certified
Alex Bellissimo, 6th Grade; BA + B.Ed in Primary/Junior Education, Canada certified, RMI certified
Sara Collings, Special Ed/LRC 7-12, 7th Grade Language Arts, BA, B.Ed in M.Ed in Special Education, certified 5-8 English and 5-12 Special Ed., RMI certified
Keith Soltman, Middle and High School English, Technology, US certified English 7-12, RMI certified
Maki Tsunamoto, 7th-12th Japanese; BA Education, Japan certified, RMI certified
David Applebaum, 9th-11th English Language Arts, Math, BA in International Development and Women's Studies, B.Ed in Primary/Junior Education, Canada certified Primary and Junior; RMI certified
Katie Finberg, MSHS Health and Social Studies; BA Political Science, RMI certified
Raychelle Heath, 12th Grade Literature and Composition; MA Creative Writing, RMI certified
Brian Sarkozy, MSHS Social Studies, Math, Science; MA Teaching, US certified 7-12 Math and Social Studies, RMI certified
Adam Smearman, MSHS Science; M Ed. Special Education, US certified, RMI certified
Jennifer Elcar, K-10 Marshallese Studies; AS Elementary Education, RMI ceritifed
Mack Peter, K-10 Physical Education, RMI Provisional certification
Yoora Lee, P-8 Music and Art, AS Early Childhood, BA degree in progress, RMI certified
James West, Office Manager and substitute teacherManny Mercado, Financial Officer
Cece Kilma, Counseling
Teaching Assistants: Morina Jokbata and Metha Clarence, Preschool; Rosenor Aneo and Carla Ramos, Kindergarten; Lucinda Peter, First Grade; Risen Phillip, Second Grade; Rose Luther, Third Grade; Briton Powell, 4th Grade; Jackie Mayers, 6th Grade; Linda Henry, Rolando Anien, Jolinda Roki, Rebi Lasmus, Kalora Hiram, Liana Revercomb, Jelyna Ritok, Special Education.
Kitchen, Maintenance, and Security: Wilson Lakoje, Analisa Francis, Francis Asta, Benjamin Kibon, Walton Loren, Tim Timothy, Chunlin Nakamura, Jila Swain, Bettina Tokamaen, Helly Phillip
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Robin Seru, Preschool and Pre-K Teacher |
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Mere Tamanisau, Kindergarten Teacher |
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Bonnie Schultz-Lorentzen, 1st Grade Teacher |
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Kimberly Blanton, 2nd Grade Teacher |
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Jeff Clark, 3rd Grade Teacher |
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Waisake Savu, 4th Grade Teacher |
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Krista Howell, 5th Grade Teacher |
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Alex Bellissimo, 6th Grade Teacher |
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Keith Soltman, High School and Middle School English and Technology |
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David Applebaum, Grades 9-11 Language Arts, Math |
| Katie Finberg,Middle & High School Social Studies and Health | |
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Raychelle Heath, 12th grade Literature and Composition |
| Brian Sarkozy, Middle and High School Social Studies and Math | |
| Adam Smearman, Middle and High School Science | |
Jennifer Bristow, Special Education and Learning Resource, P-6 |
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Sara Collings, Special Education, LRC 7-12, 7th Grade language Arts |
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Maki Tsnuamoto, Japanese Teacher |
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Yoo-ra Lee, Music and Art Instruction |
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Mack Peter, Physical Education Teacher |
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Jennifer Elcar, Marshallese Languages Arts (Teacher of the Year in the Marshall Islands, 2010-11) |