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• Director of Facilities

  Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is the premier international school on the West Coast. It offers French, Chinese, and German language programs for Preschool through 12th grade and the full continuum of the International Baccalaureate—the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programme.
  
  

  INTL is situated on three campuses within minutes of each other. The lower school campuses are located in Palo Alto, CA, and the Early Years & Upper School programs are located in Menlo Park, CA, in the San Francisco Bay Area. As a PS-12th grade private, independent, international school, we have an enrollment of approximately 850 students. Our students come primarily from the San Francisco Bay Peninsula area, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties.
  
  

  The School’s mission: Silicon Valley International School’s focus on inquiry and bilingualism empowers young minds to embrace complexity, think critically from multiple perspectives, and demonstrate integrity and sensitivity across cultures.

  
  

  Position Overview
  
  

  Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Facilities (“the Director”) is charged with managing the school’s plant services, facility use, maintenance and renovation of buildings, grounds, landscaping, custodial services, construction activities, and security systems. All management and oversight of the school’s physical assets and properties is performed from an operational and strategic perspective.
  
  

  The Director also serves as the school’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordinator, OSHA safety officer, and point of contact for all regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
  
  

  The Director identifies needs for planned future facility modifications and additions and is responsible for ensuring adherence to an established maintenance program while responding to unexpected, immediate maintenance needs.
  
  

  Finally, the Director leads the school’s sustainability efforts as the school continues to lower its carbon footprint.

  This position will report to the Chief Financial and Operations Officer. The salary range for this position is $130,000 to $170,000, depending on academic attainment and relevant work experience. 

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:  

   

  Leadership Responsibilities

  • Provides leadership for the School’s facility assets and operational needs, driven by the school’s Strategic Plan and daily operational activities;
  • Provides leadership, supervision, and support for all landscaping, security, and custodial services. Develops campus maintenance standards to ensure quality control.  Encourages staff professional development through training, goal setting, and performance reviews. Determines the need for and hires temporary employees;
  • Provides the site directors guidance and leadership, ensuring all health and safety requirements are met;
  • Provides reports on all areas of the physical plant, bringing technical expertise, advice, and experience in building and grounds management, planned maintenance, energy management, and maximizing the use of facilities;
  • Manages the daily needs for all building and construction projects;
  • Creates, oversees, and manages all aspects of the equipment replacement and  building maintenance program funded by the school’s facilities budget and PPRSM reserve;
  • Works directly with other administrators to understand and support the evolving facilities needs related to personnel changes, program development, and curriculum growth;
  • Investigates and resolves building maintenance issues, concerns, and trends;
  • Formulates long-range maintenance and facility goals;

   

  Facility Management Responsibilities

  • Protects, maintains, and enhances the facilities and related assets of the school in a safe and efficient manner, including buildings, grounds, furniture, fixtures, fire safety and security equipment, and maintenance equipment and supplies. Safeguards related plans, documents, and files;
  • Stays abreast of the changing needs of INTL’s curricular, co-curricular, and camp programs in order to respond in a timely manner to any necessary changes in facilities or operating services;
  • Partners with the Principals and Human Resources to rectify any ADA needs or accommodations required to meet compliance regulations;
  • Develops staff training programs to ensure that the school remains in compliance with these regulations;
  • Solicits bids for evaluation. Recommends outside contractors, when needed, and monitors their performance;
  • Oversees purchasing and inventory of equipment and supplies for maintenance, grounds, security, and custodial services, ensuring adequate inventory of all necessary supplies and parts;
  • Actively works to identify and implement energy-saving measures;
  • Collaborates with department leaders regarding events, ensuring facilities staffing coverage is scheduled as requested, participating in the event planning and set-up, etc.
  • Leads the facilities team by example, including working side by side with the team to complete projects (maintenance, set-up, cleaning, etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned.

   

  Other Responsibilities

  • Evaluates the school’s security program on a continuing basis, recommending and leading changes as needed. Works with administrators, faculty, and staff to coordinate any special security needs necessary for meetings or school events. Takes a leadership role in the safety and emergency operations of INTL, including planning and drills. Participates in the activities of the school’s Safety Committee;
  • Collaborates in managing all health and safety processes, best practices, supplies, and training, as well as compliance with all local, state, and national agencies. Partners with the Head of School, the Division Heads, and other administrators as needed;
  • Interprets and directs the school’s safety program to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local environmental and safety regulations, including OSHA, EPA, etc;
  • Develops and implements strategies to minimize property loss.  Manages distribution and collection of keys;
  • Jointly with the Chief Financial Officer, develops operating and capital budgets for facilities, including annual, long-term, and project budgets. Responsible for cost and budget control;
  • Reviews purchase orders for budget, choice of vendor, proper approval, and bids or quotes when required;
  • Develops project specifications, solicits project bids, and consults, as necessary, with trade and contractor representatives for school repairs and maintenance;
  • Works with the school’s technology staff to plan and adopt hardware, software, and associated training related to technology upgrades that support the school’s physical plant  operations;
  • Manages additional projects or responsibilities as directed by the CFO or Head of School.

   

  Qualifications

  • A college degree is preferred, and 10-15 years of previously related experience is required.
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Must have TB clearance prior to the start of employment and current vaccinations as required by licensing or other state-required legislation
  • Ability to obtain the O.S.H.A. certification within 90 days of employment and apply working knowledge of O.S.H.A. requirements to your daily schedule.
  • Must pass federal and state criminal background checks and have the ability to work in a licensed daycare facility.
  • Must possess a valid CA driver’s license and maintain automobile insurance at all times. 

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment

  • Ability to frequently lift equipment and materials weighing 30 pounds or more is required.
  • Crawl, climb ladders, twist, turn, and reach in completing a variety of job duties.
  • Work outside in hot or cold conditions for extended periods of time
  • Work in a wide variety of environments as found in all areas of the school
  • Able to operate vehicles and equipment.

  
  Compensation and benefits
  
  

  Our compensation is based on education and years of experience. The salary range for this full-time position for the 2026-2027 fiscal year is $130,000 to $170,000.  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, and an employee assistance program 
  • 10 days of paid sick leave and 6 weeks of paid time off
  • 7 days of paid holidays during the school year
  • 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

  The above compensation and benefits are applicable to full-time employees.
   

  How to Apply
  
  

  Please submit your résumé along with a thoughtfully crafted cover letter explaining why this role appeals to you, how your experience and skills align with the position, and what you would bring to our school community. We also invite you to share any additional qualifications, accomplishments, or experiences you would like us to consider as we evaluate your candidacy. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who submit a cover letter. Please, no walk-in inquiries, phone calls, or submissions from recruitment agencies. CLICK HERE TO APPLY
   

  
  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.

• Elementary School German Homeroom teacher Lehrkraft für die Grundschule im Deutschprogramm

  
  
  

  Summary of the Position

  
  

  Silicon Valley International School seeks a German-speaking Primary Years Programme (PYP) Teacher to cover a half-year leave of absence beginning in December. The teacher will join our Elementary School team and create an engaging, supportive classroom where students develop as curious, confident learners.

  
  

  In this role, the teacher will plan and deliver inquiry-based lessons aligned with the PYP curriculum, adapt instruction to students’ ages and learning needs, and assess and document their progress. The teacher will foster students’ academic and social development, encourage them to ask questions and think independently, and collaborate with colleagues and families to support each child’s growth. The role also includes helping students build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need for the transition to middle school.

  
  

  Who are we?

  
  Our Mission

  Silicon Valley International School’s focus on inquiry and bilingualism empowers young minds to embrace complexity, think critically from multiple perspectives, and demonstrate integrity and sensitivity across cultures.

  
  

  Our Guiding Principles 

  ??1. We emphasize inquiry-based learning to foster intellectual curiosity and encourage depth of knowledge and thought.

  2. We focus on academic depth and rigor, instilling confidence to tackle the challenges of an increasingly complex world.

  3. We celebrate diversity on a daily basis through our bilingual immersion programs and our commitment to the IB learner profile.

  4. We are honest, respectful, inclusive, and we take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.

  5. We pursue service and impact whenever and wherever we are.

  
  

  Our C.O.R.E. Values

  Community: We respect, support, and collaborate to achieve results greater than we could ever reach individually.

  Openness: We appreciate different cultures and perspectives by communicating honestly and without bias.

  Resilience: We accept challenges, commit to overcoming them, and learn from our mistakes.

  Empathy: We strive to understand each other and to treat everyone with care and kindness.

  
  
  

  Typical work activities include:

  • Teaching core subjects in German within the PYP Framework.
  • Following the guidelines and mission of Silicon Valley International School (INTL) and the International Baccalaureate PYP program
  • Work closely with the PYP coordinator, Academic Dean, and PYP colleagues to design and implement a relevant, challenging, and rigorous curriculum across the program.
  • Create inquiry-based lessons that foster critical thinking skills, knowledge, and a range of skills within a multicultural environment 
  • Organizing the classroom and learning resources to create a positive learning environment
  • Motivating students with enthusiastic engagement and respectful interactions
  • Utilizes various instructional skills and methods; varies instructional modes to accommodate student needs and ability levels.
  • Managing student behavior and making sure every student is able to learn
  • Preparing, documenting, evaluating, and communicating to facilitate positive student development
  • Develop appropriate assessment tasks, providing feedback on the student's progress, parent meetings, report cards
  • Collaborating with others to plan and coordinate work, liaising with colleagues, and working flexibly
  • Other duties as required to perform the job

  Physical Demands 

  
  

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently:

  • Stand for extended periods of time
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with students and colleagues
  • Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
  • Crouch, kneel, bend, balance, stoop, stretch, twist, reach, and move comfortably to interact with and supervise students
  • Use hands and fingers to grasp, manipulate, or assemble small objects
  • Read and see details of objects at varying distances and distinguish between colors

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

   

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in education and minimum 2 years of teaching experience required; master's degree preferred
  • OR First and Second State Examination (Staatsexamen) or similar degree 
  • Authorization to work in the United States or ability to meet requirements for a sponsored J-1 teacher exchange visa
  • Native German speaker
  • Proficiency in English to communicate with parents and colleagues, understand curriculum, and write report cards
  • Experience with teaching in the IB-PYP framework preferred but not required

  Compensation and benefits

  Our compensation is based on education and years of experience. The salary range for a full-time teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year is $83,403 (BA Step 3) to $126,672 (PhD Step 23).  (Note: Compensation for this position will be prorated based on the half-year duration of the maternity cover).

   

  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, and an employee assistance program 
  • 10 days of paid sick leave
  • 2 days of paid time off 
  • 7 days of paid holidays during the school year
  • Summer break and 5 weeks of school breaks during the school year
  • 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

  (Note: The above compensation and benefits are applicable to full-time employees; exact eligibility for short-term/temporary contracts may vary).

   

  We’d love to hear from you!

  
  

  If you are excited about this opportunity, please submit your résumé and a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the role. We look forward to learning more about you…. Please click here TO APPLY:

  
  

  If you have difficulties submitting your resume, please send resumes to this email address.: employment@svintl.org. 

  
  

  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 characteristic or information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. INTL will afford equal employment opportunities 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.

• Substitute Teacher (German, French, Mandarin and English Speakers) Pre-K to 12th

  Silicon Valley International School [INTL] seeks variable-hour substitute teachers for its elementary, middle, and early years programs, beginning immediately. We seek substitute teachers who are native speakers and literate in French, Mandarin, German, or English. 

  
  Our school offers three bilingual programs in Chinese, French, and German, along with an Upper School Language Acquisition program (USLA) for students with no prior immersion experience. Silicon Valley International School's instructors do not just teach students an additional language; they also impart the skills to become agile, responsive, and global thinkers. Moreover, we strengthen our language programs through the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework, which codifies our structured inquiry pedagogy. By offering such a unique learning environment, we cultivate international leadership skills in our students, encouraging them to lead lives worthy of their boundless futures.
  
  All employees must demonstrate commitment to INTL's mission and the population we serve and be experienced with teaching at the grade school level. They must also be responsible, self-motivated, friendly, willing to work with a team of colleagues, and accepting and adaptable to a working environment with different cultures. 
  
  INTL is committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. Please see our policy on the main Employment page.
  
  It should be noted that the requirement for a substitute teacher may vary on a day-to-day basis, depending on the school's operational needs. However, the school administration will make every effort to provide advanced notification if such a need arises. This arrangement is aimed at ensuring a seamless educational experience for the students.

  Qualifications: 
  • University degree 
  • Experience teaching grade school children 
  • Native/literate in French, German, Mandarin, or English
  
  Compensation: 
  The Substitute’s hourly rate of pay will vary based on the nature of the assignment performed, as follows:
  

  • When assigned to perform instructional duties as a Substitute Teacher, the Substitute will be compensated at a rate of $35.00 per hour.
  • When assigned to substitute for a Learning Assistant, Program Instructor, Education Support Staff member, or other similar support position, the Substitute will be compensated at a rate of $33.00 per hour.
  • When assigned to perform administrative or other non-instructional duties, including but not limited to child watch, front desk or reception coverage, onboarding activities, required training, or other administrative support, the Substitute will be compensated at a rate of $30.00 per hour

  The applicable hourly rate will be determined by the duties associated with each assignment. The Substitute will be compensated only for hours actually worked and approved by the School. Substitute assignments are offered on an as-needed basis, and the School does not guarantee any minimum number of hours, assignments, or frequency of work. This position is not eligible for School-sponsored benefits, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
  
  To Apply:
  To facilitate the application process, please specify the language track you are applying for—namely, English, French, German, or Mandarin. In addition to your comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV/ Résume), we would greatly appreciate a well-considered letter of interest. Please note that the letter should effectively demonstrate your suitability for the position. We thank you in advance for your cooperation and look forward to receiving your application. No phone calls, please. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO APPLY

• Upper School Math Teacher

  Summary of the Position
   

  Silicon Valley International School (INTL) seeks a Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) Math Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Teachers at INTL develop schemes of work and lesson plans in line with curriculum objectives. They facilitate learning by establishing a relationship with students and by organizing learning resources and the classroom-learning environment. They develop and foster the appropriate skills and social abilities to enable the optimum development of children, according to age, ability, and aptitude. They link students' knowledge to earlier learning and develop ways to encourage it further.  Middle Years Programme (MYP) teachers challenge and inspire students to help them deepen their knowledge and understanding.  

  The Upper School Math Teacher must demonstrate commitment to INTL’s mission and the population we serve, as well as be experienced with teaching at the Middle School level. They must also be responsible, self-motivated, friendly, willing to work with a team of colleagues, and be accepting and adaptable to a working environment with different cultures.
  
  The position involves teaching through inquiry according to the MYP framework, while also ensuring foundational skill acquisition and collaborating extensively. Time for collaboration with the other teachers is built into the schedule. INTL seeks teachers who know how to combine academic rigor with student engagement and have experience with inquiry-based teaching and learning.
   

  Who are we?
  
  Our Mission
  Silicon Valley International School’s focus on inquiry and bilingualism empowers young minds to embrace complexity, think critically from multiple perspectives, and demonstrate integrity and sensitivity across cultures.

   

  Our Guiding Principles 

  ??1. We emphasize inquiry-based learning to foster intellectual curiosity and encourage depth of knowledge and thought.

  2. We focus on academic depth and rigor, instilling confidence to tackle the challenges of an increasingly complex world.

  3. We celebrate diversity on a daily basis through our bilingual immersion programs and our commitment to the IB learner profile.

  4. We are honest, respectful, inclusive, and we take responsibility for our actions and their consequences.

  5. We pursue service and impact whenever and wherever we are.

   

  Our C.O.R.E. Values

  Community: We respect, support, and collaborate to achieve results greater than we could ever reach individually.

  Openness: We appreciate different cultures and perspectives by communicating honestly and without bias.

  Resilience: We accept challenges, commit to overcoming them, and learn from our mistakes.

  Empathy: We strive to understand each other and to treat everyone with care and kindness.

   

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and minimum 2 years of teaching experience required; master's degree and minimum 5 years of teaching experience preferred
  • Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to meet requirements for a sponsored J-1 teacher exchange visa
  • Proficiency in English to teach, communicate with parents and colleagues, understand the curriculum, and write report cards
  • Experience with the best practices in math curricula in middle and high school

   

  Compensation and benefits

  Our compensation is based on education and years of experience. The salary range for this full-time teaching position for the 2026-2027 school year is $83,403 (BA Step 3) to $126,672 (PhD Step 23). 
   

  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 
  • 7 days paid holidays during the school year
  • Summer break and 5 weeks of school breaks during the school year
  • 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

  The above compensation and benefits are applicable to full-time employees.

   

  We’d love to hear from you!

  If this sounds like the job for you, please submit your resume and cover letter, along with two references.
  We look forward to learning more about you…. Please click here To Apply: Upper School Math Teacher
  
  

  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 characteristic or information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. INTL will afford equal employment opportunities 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.
  
  Should you have any difficulties submitting your application, please email us at employment@svintl.org.