School Profile

Inter-American School

School Overview

The Inter-American School (IAS) is an English-language immersion school in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, founded in 1961 by North American Missionaries in order to meet the educational needs of their children with a United States curriculum.

Enrollment is 200+ students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, consisting largely of local Guatemalan ESL students.

The school year runs mid-August through May.

Students graduate with a U.S.-style high school diploma, validated through dual accreditation with the Middle States Association (MSA) and the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and a Guatemalan diploma in science and letters with an emphasis in computer technology.

The Inter-American School is owned and operated by the Inter-American Foreign Evangelical Missionaries' Cultural Association (IAFEMCA) and draws its authority and legal status from that organization. The Association (IAFEMCA) has its own constitution and by-laws and is recognized legally by the Guatemalan government.

The Inter-American Foreign Evangelical Missionaries' Cultural Association is recognized as a non-profit institution by the Republic of Guatemala, and is recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization in the United States.

All school facilities are located on a 9-acre campus owned by the Association and surveilled by cameras and 24-hour live security.

School History

The Inter-American School (IAS) is an English-language immersion school in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, founded in 1961 by North American Missionaries in order to meet the educational needs of their children with a United States curriculum. Since its inception, the school has undergone significant changes, including the incorporation of a majority of local Guatemalan students, transitioning away from boarding services, and securing accreditation.

Notable Accomplishments / Recognition

Accreditations with Association of Christian Schools Internation (ACSI) and Middle States Association (MSA).

Benefits

Monthly living allowance in local currency (Quetzales), commensurate with degree, certification, and experience
Annual Spanish language lesson benefit
Annual professional development benefit
Visa expenses and processing for staff member and family members
Annual travel benefit
Tuition benefit for dependent children
Paid summer vacation for returning staff
Paid vacation for Christmas (~3 weeks), Holy Week (1 week), and U.S. Thanksgiving (2 days), among others
Family health insurance
Death/Dismemberment insurance policy
Paid personal days

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  • 4 months, 11 days ago

    URGENT: Principal, Secondary & Elementary Openings for the 25-26 school year

    Inter-American School - Multiple locations
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    IAS has several openings for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year! Apply today and make a difference for eternity!!! Current Openings: Principal PreK-12th Secondary positions: MS Social Studies, HS Bible HS Science Elementary positions: Kindergarten Elementary Music The Principal fulfills various roles to support Inter-American School. Much of the work they do is in coordination with the Director of the school. The principal is in charge of curriculum, observing teachers and recording ...

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  • 6 months, 14 days ago

    Specials Teachers (PE, Music, & Computer) 2025-2026 school year

    Inter-American School - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
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    We are recruiting outstanding teachers to fill specialist positions open in the following areas: Elementary Music (PreK-12) for the 2025-2026 school year! We strive to aid in the development of the whole child academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, ethical, and physical growth and offer specials to support this development. All elementary grades receive specials classes in Art, Computer, Music, Library, Spanish, and P.E. Students in Middle and High School also take these courses either ...

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  • 7 months, 6 days ago

    Secondary Science Teacher 2025-2026

    Inter-American School - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
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    Come make a difference in beautiful Guatemala! Serve the Lord, learn about a new culture, and share your faith. We NEED you on our team! We are looking for a qualified secondary (middle school or high school) science teacher to start working in August 2025. We have 2 science teacher positions open! Inter-American School is an English Language Immersion school, offering U.S. curriculum and instruction to students in Prekindergarten through 12th Grade. IAS was established in 1961, and by ...

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  • 8 months ago

    Elementary Teacher (2025-26 school year)

    Inter-American School - Qutezaltenango, Guatemala
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    Come make a difference in beautiful Guatemala!!! Great benefit package and living allowance. Teach in our elementary at IAS!!! Openings for 2025-2026 in the following grades: Kindergarten, 2nd grade and 4th grade. Inter-American School is an English Language Immersion school, offering U.S. curriculum and instruction to students in Prekindergarten through Twelfth Grade. IAS was established in 1961, and by God s grace has continued to grow and serve the educational needs of students from ...

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