Working at North Jakarta International School was a rewarding experience. There was a positive sense of community, both with students, and throughout the faculty and Indonesian staff. Professional development and school and faculty events, equally, were conducted with a sense of camaraderie and good nature- the likes of which are rare opportunities in working life. The headmaster's support for staff and students alike was palpable, even in the face of pressure from persuasive parents and a fiscally cautious board of directors.