MYP General Science

• Number of Contract Days

• 180 student contact days and 185 staff contact days annually. This number increases in the case of an administrative or leadership position.
• Taxes

• Kuwait is tax-free.
• Savings Potential

• Singles can save around half of their monthly salary depending on lifestyle and travel.
• Couples can save a month's salary depending on lifestyle and travel.
• Graduate School Tuition Grant: 50% of one (1) course paid per year up to KD 240. Must be enrolled in a graduate degree program and signed on to AIS in the following year. There are 15 course tuition grants awarded each year.
• Accommodation

• Individual provided apartment is located within a 5 minute walk to the school. Partially furnished apartment including major furnishings. Utilities provided. Internet is the responsibility of the staff member, but is inexpensive comparative to other countries.
• Flights/Transport

• Incoming and final flights provided by school. Annual summer leave round trip flight provided via stipend based on point of origin. Flight stipend paid in cash with January salary annually.
• Moving Allowance

• Settling-in allowance paid on first day of work (roughly $1000). Baggage allowance reimbursement (up to roughly $700). All work visa process documentation reimbursed within the first month of employment.
• Dependent Opportunities

• One full tuition coverage for each international hire.
• Medical

• Kuwait provides for public health insurance.
• AIS provides international medical insurance through Cigna International and a local Kuwait partner. Full coverage, except within USA which only has emergency medical coverage. Co-insurance cost of US$15 per visit.
• Dental coverage exists through a local dental clinic which reduces cost of check-ups and other services.
• Profession Development

• 200 KD for pre-approved activities annually. Can be carried forward after initial contract to the limit of KD 400.

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