Position overview

La Scuola International is looking for experienced and passionate Primary School Teachers for the upcoming academic year.

We are particularly interested in teachers with experience in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB-PYP). Applicants must be able to teach an inquiry-based curriculum, and be collaborative, proactive and flexible. Solution-oriented thinkers, strong communicators, and curious learners will thrive in La Scuola’s diverse and dynamic environment.

The teacher will support and implement the daily program in accordance with the school policies and philosophy under the supervision and guidance of the Department Director and School Principal.

Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Design, plan and implement appropriate curricular objectives and long-term projects within IB-PYP guidelines;
• Setting educational and developmental goals for children, as a group and individually;
• Creating the environment (internal and external) that supports educational goals/objectives;
• Establish and maintain personal contact with both parents and the child’s family;
• Communication with parents.

Required skills, knowledge and abilities

• Familiarity with and ability to plan curriculum within the Reggio Emilia approach, language immersion models, the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum framework or inquiry/project based learning;
• Strong classroom management and organization skills that promote student engagement and collaboration;
• Experience implementing responsive classroom and restorative practices.
• Strong time management skills including consistent attendance, punctuality, ability to meet deadlines and participate in school life.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that prioritizes thinking and promotes growth as the school continues to develop;
• Ability to be open, creative, curious and learn in relationships with colleagues and students alike; Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to foster strong relationships with all members of the community including parents, teachers, students, and others.
• Ability to work well within a team and in a highly collegial and collaborative environment;
• Ability to find joy in working with all children and differentiate learning and communicate across learner profiles;
• Dedication to being an active and enthusiastic member of the La Scuola community, contributing collaboratively within a globally diverse team and learning environment;
• Passion for the school’s mission and values ​​as well as the focus of the curriculum.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in our community.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education (or equivalent field of study) and/or California teaching credential;
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience at the K-8 grade level, preferably in a language immersion school, Reggio Emilia school, and/or International Baccalaureate (IB) accredited school; OR 5+ years of experience working with children;
• Bilingual and biliterate in Italian and English with native or near-native proficiency in Italian.

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