Jobs: German International School of Silicon Valley position

The German International School of Silicon Valley (GISSV) is a private school from Preschool through 12th Grade with a bilingual German-English educational program. Upon graduation, our students earn a German International Abitur and take part in all qualifications and exams needed for an American High School Diploma. We serve children of all nationalities in the San Francisco Bay Area and are accredited by the German Government and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

For our location in Mountain View we are looking for a committed:

PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN TEACHER, (full-time, 40h/week)

Start: August 2012

Requirements:

-A pedagogical degree, completed in Europe and/or the US (such as a diploma in social pedagogic, education, or elementary school teaching)

-Preferably with a background in therapeutic pedagogy

-Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in preschool and/or kindergarten education, preferably in bilingual education

-Ability to work with a team

-Open-mindedness, organizational skills, creativity, and enthusiasm for improvisation

-Experience and competence in advising and working with parents

-Assumes responsibility for the educational objectives of the program as well as program policies and regulations

-Shows enthusiasm for the day, coming up with new and interesting ideas and activities to share. Fosters inquisitiveness about the physical world. Engages the children throughout the day.

-Enjoys children and expresses a genuine interest in their needs. Fosters positive self-esteem through respectful and caring interactions with children.

-Advanced German and English language skills

-Preferably experienced in both German and American educational systems and cultures

-Preferably with valid US work permit

We expect of you willingness and ability to use your pedagogical, communicative, and organizational skills to support the work of the school's principals. The teacher is responsible for executing well-developed lesson plans, accurate assessment of student’s progress, participation in department and staff meetings and team planning sessions, supervision of students, willingness to learn new methodology. Must be able to pass a criminal background check including fingerprinting.

Please direct your completed application, including a cover letter, resume, diplomas, reference letters, transcripts, etc. by June 29, 2012 to Morena Waack, Head of Preschool and Kindergarten at jobs@gissv.org, e-mail subject “Kibili/Your Name”