American International School of Mozambique

Maputo, Zimbabwe

About the American International School of Mozambique (AISM): AISM is an international school in Maputo, Mozambique with approximately 600 students.

School Mission: ​​​​​The American International School of Mozambique pursues excellence by empowering learners to achieve mastery of self, advance their communities, and flourish in an ever-changing world.

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ITF Review
(Based on Independent Research)

Would you recommend this school to other teaching families?

Recommend – decent package and benefits for teaching families, but do your homework on the current political stability and safety of living in Mozambique

Overall compensation package rating

Generous enough to support an average size family

Tuition benefits

Coverage for up to two dependent children

Housing

Furnished housing provided as part of teaching package

Flights

Flights are provided for teachers and family at the beginning of contract

Healthcare

Private healthcare scheme offered as part of the teaching package

Adjustment for kids

The school is primarily made up of international students (with some local students), with more than 70 countries represented

Average class sizes

Around 18-20 with smaller classes for post 16 students

Teaching experience required

Minimum three years experience needed and full teaching qualifications to work at this school (prior IB experience not necessary)

Curriculum

American and
International Baccalaureate (PYP, MP and DP)

Retirement/pension benefits

Retirement benefits included as part of teaching package – details TBC

School history & stability

The school has been open since 1990

The American International School of Mozambique (AISM) – Additional Benefits

  • Places for staff kids
  • Relocation allowance
  • Private healthcare
  • Annual home leave
  • Pay scale based on experience
  • Various leave provisions (e.g. sick/recruitment/bereavement etc)

What Teachers are Saying About The American International School of Mozambique (AISM) 

Working at this school gives you great travel opportunities and it’s a good overall package, including housing. Mozambique is a beautiful country, but it’s not that safe. You have to be very vigilant.

CURRENT INTERNATIONAL TEACHER

I lived in Mozambique. No school is perfect but I liked the community, and it’s a beautiful and chilled place to live. Holidays were spent on the beach, doing scuba or whale watching, or on safari. Maputo is a busy city with some decent bars and restaurants, good music and plenty of character.

EX INTERNATIONAL TEACHER, MOZAMBIQUE

AISM is a solid school, but overall the country ranks really low for expat happiness.

EX INTERNATIONAL TEACHER AT AISM
Black and white image of the Museu de Historia Natural in Maputo, Mozambique
Aerial view of Maputo, Mozambique showcasing the urban landscape
Shiprweck on Beira Beach in Mozambique

Safety, Adaptability & Cost of Living

  • Safety: Poor to fair – Depending on the political climate, Maputo is generally considered safe for expats, especially in popular residential and expat-friendly areas. With basic precautions and local awareness, most expats live comfortably and securely.
  • Adaptability: Moderate – With a relaxed pace, warm climate, and friendly people it’s an inviting place to live. But there are infrastructure limitations, bureaucratic delays, and language barriers (Portuguese is the national language).
  • Cost of Living: Moderate – Day-to-day expenses such as food, transport, and domestic help are affordable. But, imported goods can be expensive. Teachers at AISM typically receive a package that allows for a good quality of life and the ability to save.

General Overview for Teaching Families

The American International School of Mozambique is a well-established IB Continuum school located on a 10-acre campus just north of central Maputo. Originally founded by the U.S. Embassy, the school has grown into a leading international school catering to around 600 students from various nations.

AISM offers the full International Baccalaureate programme (PYP, MYP, and DP). Along with a solid reputation for academic rigour, it also focuses on holistic learning and co-curricular opportunities. Students participate in events through the ISSEA network and engage in Model UN conferences, arts, STEAM initiatives, and competitive sports.

The majority of the teaching staff is made up of international teachers. Teachers can access international conferences, in-house training, and learn from visiting experts.

The school’s PTA helps to welcome new families and help them to settle in. They host events throughout the year to celebrate the diverse cultures that make up the AISM community.

AISM offers a competitive salary and generous teaching benefits designed to support families. Perks include staff accommodation, private healthcare, relocation and flight allowances, and tuition coverage for staff children. Based on our research, the salary is enough to comfortably support a family.

Teaching contracts are initially two years and the school year begins in August. AISM presents an exciting opportunity to live and work in a vibrant African capital in a diverse, high quality school.

Do you currently teach at AISM? Get in touch to share your experience!

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