School Profile

Grace International School

School Overview

Grace provides an elite education firmly grounded in our core values of faith, collaboration, excellence, and service. Our students come from over 30 countries, and our international diversity creates a welcoming culture for students from all backgrounds. By fostering a culture of excellence, service, collaboration, and faith, we instil the values and skills they need to become lifelong learners equipped to navigate the world's complexities with confidence and purpose.

We are located in the heart of Dhaka, Bangladesh; Grace prioritises the children of Kingdom workers and nonprofit staff. These families are at the heart of why we serve. Join our multicultural team of dedicated teachers and administrators, who are passionate about sharing the name and love of Christ with those we serve.

Bangladesh is a nation like no other. Its vibrant colours, hospitable people, rich culture, and fast-paced nature provide many opportunities to experience life from a whole new perspective.

Amongst it all, God is at work, and it is experienced daily. The countryside is beautiful—the rolling tea estates in the North and the golden beaches in the South. There are gentle farmlands and the thriving, chaotic metropolis of Dhaka. The best part of Bangladesh is the wonderful, humorous, welcoming Bangladeshi people.

School History

In 1976, nonprofit organisations in Dhaka pooled their resources and opened the "Christian Primary Education Centre". The school was established to provide a quality, affordable education for the children of nonprofit families.

Since 1976, the nonprofit community has changed, and the school was forced to change and adapt. In 1995, increased government restrictions led the school to restructure as a division of Dhaka Expatriate Services (DexServe). As the Educational Division of DexServe, the school can operate independently and obtain visas for its staff. It was then renamed "Grace International School" and relocated to the diplomatic zone in Dhaka.

Grace enrols students between the ages of 2 and 18 and has three campuses: Early Years (ages 2-5), Primary School (Years 1-6), and Secondary School (Year 7-A Level). Our nonprofit families work in education, healthcare, food access, humanitarian aid, refugee support, and more.

Plans are underway to build a permanent campus to bring all our students together.

Benefits


Salary -

Monthly Cash Allowance
Longevity allowance
Airfare
Visa and work permit costs
Repatriation allowance
We offer a base salary to all of our expatriate staff. When combined with the other parts of the package, this salary is enough to live comfortably. Additional salary allotments are given for leadership positions and at each contract renewal. Grace covers all visa and work permit costs and Bangladeshi income taxes.

We pay annually for your initial flight to Dhaka and one round-trip ticket to your home country. After your service at Grace has concluded, we will help cover the costs of starting the next chapter in your journey.

Housing -

Apartment
Domestic help
Transportation
We provide housing for all of our expatriate staff. Our staff live in an apartment building located in a safe, comfortable neighbourhood. Local shops, grocery stores, and a public park are all within walking distance. The unique sights, sounds, and smells of Bangladeshi culture can be found all around the neighbourhood.

Each apartment has a domestic helper 2-3 days a week. These dedicated people can clean, do laundry, cook, shop for groceries, etc. In addition, we provide free transportation around Dhaka seven days a week.

Healthcare -

Local medical and dental
International emergency health and medical insurance
Family package
Each expatriate staff member is provided emergency health and medical insurance that can be used in nearly any country worldwide. We also provide a cash allotment to reimburse local medical and dental expenses. Family healthcare packages are available for extended coverage.

Other Benefits -

School Tuition
Mobile phone
Language Tuition
Expatriate staff receive tuition benefits for all their children as long as they are employed. All new staff are provided with basic Bengali language classes. Additional classes can be purchased if desired. Mobile phone numbers, plans, and SIM cards are provided to expatriate staff. A basic allotment is given to cover school-related costs.

Positions Available
  • 7 months, 22 days ago

    Chief Executive Officer

    Grace International School - Bangladesh

    Location: Grace International School, Dhaka, Bangladesh Contract Type: Full-time Reports to: DexServe Board of Directors Role Description: The DexServe Board of Directors appoints the CEO to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for both DexServe and Grace. The CEO is responsible for ensuring the efficient management of all areas, including human resources, finance, operations, and stakeholder engagement, in alignment with Board-approved policies and strategic objectives. ...

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  • 7 months, 22 days ago

    Early Years & Primary School Principal

    Grace International School - Multiple locations

    Location: Grace International School, Dhaka, Bangladesh Contract Type: Full-time Reports to: CEO Purpose: The Principal of Grace Early Years (GEY) and Grace Primary School (GPS) will provide effective leadership and management of both campuses in collaboration with the principal of Grace Secondary School (GSS) and the CEO of DexServe and follow the policies approved by the Grace Board. This role will foster a school culture grounded in the core values of Faith, Collaboration, Excellence, ...

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