Elementary Extended Care - Silicon Valley (Part-Time)

La Scuola International School•East Palo Alto, CA

17d•$22 - $30

About The Position

La Scuola International School seeks an Elementary Extended Care Teacher to help develop and implement Extended Care and Enrichment programs that nurture students intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. The teacher supports the daily program in accordance with school policies and philosophy, under the supervision and direction of the Director of Auxiliary Programs and the Head of School. The role is based in a bilingual, internationally diverse school community and calls for a collaborative, proactive, flexible, solutions-oriented approach.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education or an equivalent area of study.
At least one year of experience in a school setting.
Bilingual and bi-literate in Italian and English, with native or near-native Italian proficiency.
Enthusiastic, child-oriented, creative, and interested in working in a bilingual environment.
Strong time-management skills, consistent attendance, punctuality, ability to meet deadlines, and participation in school life.
Open-minded, creative, curious, and willing to learn in relationship with colleagues and students.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to build strong relationships with parents, educators, students, and other community members.
Ability to work well on a team in a collegial and collaborative environment.
Ability to find joy in working with all children, differentiate learning, and connect across learner profiles.
Dedication to active, enthusiastic participation in the La Scuola community and collaboration within an internationally diverse team and learning environment.
Passion for the school’s mission and values and curricular focus.
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Must be authorized to work in the United States and provide documentation establishing work eligibility.
Must pass Criminal Justice Department and FBI fingerprint clearance and a physical exam, and provide a recent negative TB test and other immunization records.
Applicants should be prepared to provide three professional references and a teaching demonstration.

Responsibilities

Work with the Director of Auxiliary Programs to implement an engaging, developmentally appropriate educational and enriching K–8 Extended Care curriculum that expands and supports student learning beyond the classroom.
Maintain professional working relationships through effective, timely communication with the Director of Auxiliary Programs, Division Directors, and other staff members.
Work cooperatively as a team member, communicating and contributing information continuously.
Redirect inappropriate student behavior consistently and implement the school’s disciplinary approach to guide and monitor appropriate behavior.
Address ongoing student and parent needs and ensure Extended Care extends the school-day programming and discipline and classroom-management practices; support children’s emotional and social development.
Observe, monitor, and participate in children’s play activities.
Promote a safe and healthy environment in accordance with program safety standards.
Report program concerns and questions—including those related to students, parents, equipment, supplies, staff, or volunteers—to the Director of Auxiliary Programs and Campus Manager.
Maintain accurate, organized attendance records, timesheets, incident reports, and other paperwork as directed to support compliance and quality operations.
Prepare snacks for children when needed and clean the snack area.
Help clean and straighten rooms and equipment before, during, and after the program as needed, including sweeping, washing tables and chairs, and locking the building at the end of the day.
Perform other duties as assigned.