Job Description
La Scuola International School is seeking a dynamic and collaborative IB-MYP Humanities and Languages (Italian and / or Spanish) Teacher to join our Middle School team. This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about inquiry-based learning, interdisciplinary teaching, and working in a bilingual, international environment. At La Scuola, we value curiosity, creativity, and global citizenship. The successful candidate will teach students in grades 6–8 and contribute to a learning community grounded in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme and inspired by our Italian roots.
Role & Responsibilities include but are not limited to
• Designing, planning & implementing appropriate curriculum goals and long-term projects within the IB-MYP guidelines;
• Setting educational and developmental goals for the students, both as a group and individually;
• Preparing the environment (indoor and outdoor) so as to support the educational objectives/goals;
• Establishing and maintaining a personal connection with each parent, student's family;
• Documenting student progress and learning outcomes and communicating with parents.
Teaching and Learning
• Plan and teach courses according to IB 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 Middle Years Program.
• Connect English and Individuals and Societies curricula to other subject areas in a broad multidisciplinary approach.
• Contribute to the development of Interdisciplinary Units, Experiential Learning, and Service Action.
• Chaperone and facilitate experiential learning opportunities as needed.
Leadership, Procedural and Administrative Duties
• Collect, analyze, and share annual student data with Pedagogical Leadership Team.
• Collaborate with teachers in other grade levels on Humanities and Language inquiries.
• Serve as a Community Project mentor for Year 3 students 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.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of the Grade 8 Experiential Learning trip to Italy.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education (or equivalent area of study) and / or California Teaching Credential;
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience teaching Middle School grades 6 - 8, preferably in a Language Immersion, Reggio Emilia and / or and International Baccalaureate (IB) accredited school; or 5+ years experience working with children;
• Bilingual and bi-literate in Italian and/or Spanish and English with native or near-native proficiency.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
• Familiarity and ability to plan curriculum within the Reggio Emilia Approach, Language Immersion models, and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum framework or inquiry/project-based learning;
• Strong classroom management and organization skills that foster student engagement and collaboration;
• Experience implementing Responsive Classroom and restorative practices;
• Strong time management skills including consistent attendance, punctuality, ability to meet deadlines and participation in school life;
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that prioritizes reflection and fosters growth as the school continues to evolve;
• Ability to be open-minded, creative and curious learning in relationship to colleagues and students alike; outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to foster strong relationships with all community members including parents, educators, students and beyond;
• Ability to work well in a team and in a very collegial and collaborative environment;
• Ability to find joy in working with all children and finds ways to differentiate learning and connect across learner profiles;
• Dedication to being an active, enthusiastic member of the La Scuola community contributing collaboratively within an internationally diverse team and learning environment;
• Passion for the school’s mission and values in addition to the curricular focus;
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in our community.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person