La Scuola International School is a private, Preschool - Grade 8 independent school in San Francisco soon to be expanding to the Peninsula with the opening of a new Campus in East Palo Alto in February 2022. 

The school founded its preschool, La Piccola Scuola Italiana,  in 2002 and has earned awards and accolades for its work with Reggio Children in Italy as a leading example of the Reggio Emilia pedagogy in North America.  In 2012, the school expanded its curriculum through grade 8 and is the only school in San Francisco to offer the International Baccalaureate program for the elementary and middle school years as well as the only school in the world to offer a program that blends Reggio Emilia, the International Baccalaureate and Italian language immersion. 

The mission of the school is to inspire brave learners to shape the future. The school does this by believing steadfastly in children’s innate ability to learn and by challenging them academically, creatively and innovatively in an environment that is intentionally designed to elicit creativity and curiosity from those that work there. 

Its language immersion program helps children to develop cognitive skills as well as empathy and awareness of the world around them. The school’s  multicultural and diverse community esteems different perspectives and experiences and strives to educate the global citizens and leaders of tomorrow.

La Scuola International School is accredited by NAIS, CAIS, WASC and CIS and is one of two  Italian schools recognized by the Italian government in the United States.

We believe our community thrives through diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and realities. Only through a persistent drive to listen and learn from one another, create and promote equitable opportunities and to continue to reflect and evolve will we be able to establish systems which will address the needs of the one and the many.

Teaching and Learning

• Plan and teach courses according to IB Primary and Middle Years Program guidelines.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including English language learners and students with learning needs.
• Develop, enhance and document curriculum, while ensuring continued coordination and alignment within the IB Primary and Middle Years Program.
• Connect Spanish Language curricula to other subject areas in a broad multidisciplinary approach.
• Organize experiential learning as needed.

Leadership, Procedural and Administrative Duties

• Collect, Analyze, and Share annual student data with the Pedagogical Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with Teachers in other grade levels on Spanish or other language  inquiries.
• As needed, serve as a student advisor, provide scheduled supervision of students, participate in MS trips and
 field experiences, and engage in ongoing professional development. 

Requirements of the role

• Five Years Teaching or associated experience
• Successful student leadership experience
• MA and Teaching Certificate
• Demonstrated contributions to a positive school environment

Preferred Experience and Qualities

• Commitment to inquiry-based teaching and previous experience with IB-PYP and IB-MYP
• Proven ability to work with other teachers and administration
• High level of technology skills
• Proven record of successful teaching
• Experience in program development and assessment
• Successful experience in international schools
• Knowledge of and experience working with data to improve student-learning outcomes

Additional Strengths

• Proof of commitment to involvement in school beyond the regular teaching day
• Proven experience of contributing to extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Creative and energetic

Desired Personal Characteristics

• Demonstrates educational leadership and is a role model to faculty and staff
• Demonstrates the ability to develop a collegial, collaborative and positive atmosphere among the faculty
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills
• Is a lifelong learner
• Is flexible and has a sense of humor
• Commitment to putting in additional hours as needed
• Interest in living and working in the San Francisco Bay Area

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.  La Scuola may be able to offer a teachers exchange visa for teachers with a BA in elementary education/teaching credentials in their country of origin AND a minimum of two years of teaching experience.

Prior to beginning work and as a condition of employment in order to comply with the law, all employees must provide documentation to prove eligibility to work in the United States. In addition, the final candidate will need to pass Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance, a physical exam, and provide a recent copy of a negative TB test/assessment and other immunization records.

Position receives full benefits, including medical and dental coverage. The school also offers group life insurance, long-term disability insurance and commuter benefits. Other fringe benefits include sick leave, PTO, paid holidays, vacation days, and warm lunch.

To be considered for the position, please apply with a letter of intent, your resume and a minimum of three references.

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Non-Discrimination Policy

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at La Scuola will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. La Scuola does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital status, veteran status, gender identity, physical or mental disability (actual or perceived), medical condition, genetic characteristics, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including hiring, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, promotion, transfer and access to benefits and training.