La Scuola International School is the only Reggio Emilia inspired, International Baccalaureate (Early, Primary and Middle Years) and Italian Language Immersion school in the world. Teachers are researchers and are supported with robust Professional Development opportunities throughout the year. 

Learning is a part of everything that we do, not just what happens in the classroom. While our school experience is rooted in highly regarded curricula, the magic of La Scuola is more than what we teach. It is how we teach and learn, which is truly a way of living, thinking, and interacting with the world. To learn more, please visit us at www.lascuolasf.org. 

Founded: 2002

Number of students: 465

Locations: San Francisco, Silicon Valley & Milano

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

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.

Start date:  December 1, 2026

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year, commensurate with experience and credentials.  

Benefits & Compensation

Full time positions receive generous compensation and benefits package, including medical, vision and dental coverage. The school also offers an Employer-Matched Retirement Account (up to 5%), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Commuter Benefits, Group Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, World Travel Assistance. Benefits may be available for employees who work between 20-29 hours per week with employees being responsible for 50% of the monthly premiums.

Other benefits include Personal Time Off, Paid Federal Holidays and School Closures, daily warm lunch while on site, Employee Referral Bonuses, Outstanding Professional Development and Mentorship throughout the year, Free Employee Childcare for students enrolled at La Scuola during Professional Development Days.

Additional Information

Candidates 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.

Final candidates will need to pass both Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance and a physical exam, and provide a recent copy of a negative TB test and other immunization records.

How to Apply

Refer to the Employment Opportunities within and apply online. Please include a cover letter sharing your background and interest and your résumé (translated into English) as a first step. Applicants should be prepared to share three professional references and a teaching demonstration. 

As part of the interview process, you can expect to meet with our Human Resources team and Assistant Head of School as well as the Hiring Manager, in most cases the Division Director.