Founded in 2002, La Scuola International School – the only Reggio Emilia inspired, International Baccalaureate (IB) and Italian language immersion school in the world – serves the Bay Area with two San Francisco campuses (Preschool - Grade 8), one in Silicon Valley (Preschool - Grade 3), and a campus opening in the 2026-27 school year in Milan, Italy.
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 https://mi.lascuolainternational.org
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.
Position Overview
La Scuola International School seeks experienced and passionate Elementary School teachers for the upcoming school year.
We are particularly interested in teachers with experience in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB-PYP). Applicants should be able to teach an inquiry-based, bilingual (English and Italian) curriculum. Collaborative, proactive and flexible solutions-oriented thinkers, strong communicators and curious learners will thrive in La Scuola’s diverse and dynamic learning environment.
The teacher will support and implement the daily program in accordance with the policies and philosophy of the School under the supervision and direction of the Division Director and the Head of School.
Role & Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Designing, planning & implementing appropriate curriculum goals and long-term projects within the IB-PYP guidelines;
- Setting educational and developmental goals for the children, 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, child's family;
- Communicating with parents.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Bilingual and bi-literate in Italian and English with native or near-native Italian proficiency. Inquire for specific requirements.
- Familiarity and ability to plan curriculum within the Reggio Emilia Approach, Language Immersion models, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum framework or inquiry/project-based learning, and the Italian Ministry of Education (MIM) national curriculum guidelines.
- 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 with 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 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in education (or equivalent area of study) and / or valid Teaching Credential;
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience teaching in K-8 grade level, 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 English with native or near-native Italian proficiency.
Location: Via Giovanni Ambrogio de Predis 8, 20155 Milano, Italy
Start date: August 1, 2026
Additional Information
Candidates must be authorized to work in Italy. 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 Italy.
Final candidates will need to pass Background Clearance (Fedina Penale) and a physical exam, and provide a recent copy of a negative Tuberculosis (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) 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.
