Middle School Math / Science Teacher & International Baccalaureate (IB-MYP) Curriculum Developer

Company DescriptionFounded in 2002, La Scuola International School – the only Reggio Emilia inspired, International Baccalaureate (IB) and Italian language immersion school in the world – is serving the Bay Area with two San Francisco campuses (Preschool - Grade 8), and one new campus in Silicon Valley (Preschool - Grade 1).  Our mission is to inspire brave learners to shape the future. Every day, it’s the students at La Scuola who ask provocative questions and lead their learning across languages, across cultures, and across subjects.  To learn more, please visit us at www.lascuolasf.org. 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.Job DescriptionLa Scuola seeks an experienced Middle School Math and Science Teacher for the upcoming Academic Year. The role will report to our Middle School Director and will collaborate closely with the Math / Science Department Head.The teacher will: Implement the IB CurriculumTeach middle school-aged children math and science Design, plan & implement appropriate curriculum goals and long-term projects within the IB guidelines. Set educational and developmental goals for the students, both as a group and individually Assess and Report on students’ progress, individually and as a group, along the continuum and as compared with the learning outcomes and IB Scope & Sequence.Conduct professional and insightful parent/teacher conferences Provide weekly documentation of activities and student progress on Toddle in alignment with the IB and Reggio Emilia approaches.Teaching and LearningPlan 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 Science and Math curricula to other subject areas in a broad multidisciplinary approach.Integrate hands-on learning in the form of labs, application of knowledge and reflection.Organize science lab, science materials, and experiential learning.Leadership, Procedural and Administrative DutiesWork with Department Head to maintain Grade 6-8 allocated annual Science and Math budgets.Collect, Analyze, and Share annual student data with Pedagogical Leadership Team.Collaborate with Teachers in other grade levels on Science and Math inquiries; collaborate with colleagues in other disciplines to create interdisciplinary units.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. 
QualificationsRequirements of the RoleFive Years Teaching or associated experience in Math and ScienceSuccessful student leadership experienceMA and Teaching CertificateDemonstrated contributions to a positive school environmentPreferred Experience and QualitiesCommitment to inquiry-based teaching and previous experience with MYPProven ability to work with other teachers and administrationHigh level of technology skillsProven record of successful teachingExperience in program development and assessmentSuccessful experience in international schoolsKnowledge of and experience working with data to improve student-learning outcomesAdditional StrengthsProof of commitment to involvement in school beyond the regular teaching dayProven experience of contributing to extra-curricular activities and school tripsProficiency in Italian and/or SpanishCreative and energeticDesired Personal CharacteristicsDemonstrates educational leadership and is a role model to faculty and staffDemonstrates the ability to develop a collegial, collaborative and positive atmosphere among the facultyDemonstrates strong interpersonal skillsDemonstrates excellent communication skillsCommitment to our shared values of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.Is a lifelong learnerInterpersonal skills, flexibility and adaptivenessCommitment to putting in additional hours as neededInterest in living and working in the San Francisco Bay AreaAdditional InformationEstimated annual salary range: $70,000 - $127,000 depending on credentials, qualifications and experience.Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 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.To be considered for the position, please apply here with your resume, a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and three professional references, including from your most recent supervisor(s).To learn more, visit www.lascuolasf.org Non-Discrimination PolicyIn 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, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, marital status, veteran status, 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. If you feel you may have been discriminated against on the basis of sex or would like more information, please contact Dani Sollberger, COO, by email or 415-558-9006 or by mail at 728 20th Street, San Francisco, CA 94107.