Silicon Valley International School is seeking a French as a Second Language Teacher (FLE) (15%) and French Preschool Learning Assistant (85%) to join the Early Years Program for the academic year 2025-26. As the French as a Second Language Teacher, you will provide French language instruction and support primarily for Preschool students newer to French through engaging small-group or one-on-one sessions. You will collaborate with French teachers to support student language acquisition and build foundational French skills.

As a Learning Assistant at INTL, you will work closely with our international group of teachers to support early years students. Your primary responsibility is to the safety and social-emotional well-being of our students. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay commensurate with years of experience, and generous paid time off. The FLE Teacher/Learning Assistant works within the framework of the job description and assignment and makes decisions only within that framework. Learning Assistants are required to maintain certifications as required by the school and/or Social Services and keep all relevant certifications current. This is a full-time, non-exempt position that pays hourly and includes comprehensive benefits. Your supervisor will be the Director of Licensing and Enrichment Support. Depending on your relevant work experience and educational attainment, the hourly rate of pay is based on an annual wage ranging from (CO-1) 62,553 to (CO-20) $82,375 plus a $5,000 stipend for the FLE hours. All prospective applicants are required to be inoculated against COVID-19, subject to the provisions for medical or religious exceptions. It should be noted that the school will require substantial documentation to support any requests for exemption. Learning Assistants are expected to: Follow Social Services requirements and stay with the students at all times. Demonstrate ethical behavior, responsible behavior towards attendance and work schedule Be knowledgeable of and follow School policies and procedures, particularly those dealing with confidentiality, cross-cultural understanding, discipline, harassment and communication, health and safety, or Licensing Regulations. Actively supervise lunch, recess, and the extended day program as noted in the schedule. Active, visual supervision is expected at all times. Promote an atmosphere of respect for students and adults Work to support the philosophy of the school Address conflicts with colleagues/ teacher/Licensing & Enrichment Director first, then principal if the issue remains. Assist in attendance, record keeping, student’s work filing, classroom clean up and decoration, and snack preparation. Assist in the implementation of classroom management Support and promote goals for the class community, as well as the goals for the social and emotional development of the children Lead some small group activities as instructed by the teacher/ Enrichment Support Director Meet weekly with the teacher to get information on upcoming activities and preparation needed Assist in preparing the learning environment, setting up activity centers, and preparing needed material and supplies in advance, as instructed by the teacher/Licensing & Enrichment Director Note: Preparation should be made when the Employee is not responsible for supervising the students. During the academic year, learning assistants are not expected to: Plan and initiate learning activities; for example, develop specific lesson plans, select learning materials Report to parents on pedagogical matters or student academic performances Expectations for mini-camp and summer care During summer care and mini-camp, learning assistants are considered camp counselors. They are expected to plan and implement activities under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Licensing and Enrichment Support, who will provide a theme for the camps and help to organize planning. The learning assistant [or camp counselor] can use the available time the week before the mini-camp for planning and preparation. Time will be given in the summer care schedule to allow for weekly planning and preparation. Working Conditions Working with children and youth involves extensive physical activity, mental alertness, and enthusiasm Good general health, physical stamina, and emotional stability are essential Ability to hear within normal range and communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner that can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population Ability to move quickly to address emergency or potentially dangerous situations Ability to move about the building and the organization as needed Ability to work outdoors in various types of weather conditions On occasion, must lift up to 35 lbs Qualifications: 12 Early Childhood Education Units minimum preferred Minimum 2 years experience working with Early Years age children Must be fluent in either French Experience with the Primary Years Program (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) preferred Compensation and Benefits:

We offer an excellent and comprehensive benefits package, including: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee only Employer paid short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program 10 days paid sick leave 2 days paid time off Accrue six weeks of paid time off Eight School holidays- per the school year calendar, and an additional two weeks at the end of the calendar year (winter break) Professional development tailored to teacher needs/interests and aligned with school mission 403(b) retirement plan with a generous employer match after 2 years of service Tuition Remission of 70% for full-time employees children Silicon Valley International School is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for all applicants and makes employment decisions based on merit.  INTL prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. INTL will afford equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees as to all terms and conditions of employment, including, without limitation, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, transfer, discipline, and termination.

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