| Vail Mountain School Vail Mountain School is seeking a collaborative, experienced, and nurturing Spanish & Mandarin Teacher to fill a full-time teaching position for the 2019-2020 school year. Experience with the following preferred: Fluent in both Spanish and Mandarin, Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic, Foundations, Professional Learning Communities. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in a K-12 environment, along with experience in an independent school setting with a demonstrated commitment to student-centered learning. The ability to build rapport and communicate well with students, colleagues, and parents is critical. Candidates should have an interest in and experience with outdoor education such as hut trips, alpine skiing, hiking, etc. Enthusiasm about being a part of the VMS community is a must. A Description of the School: Vail Mountain School is a Kindergarten through 12, co-educational, non-sectarian day school located in the Central Rocky Mountains, 100 miles west of Denver. The school’s primary focus is to provide a rigorous academic setting as preparation for college and for life. Co-curricular programs take full advantage of our location in the resort community of Vail and the White River National Forest. VMS is known for: - A robust experiential and global education program
- The rigor of a high quality college preparatory curriculum combined with a rapport driven environment that inspires character development
- An unparalleled collaborative relationship with our community and our mountain environment
- The flexibility to support our athletes, thespians, musicians, artists, and diverse learners, in and outside of school
Benefits/Compensation: - Be part of an energetic team of teachers who approach their work with passion and humor
- Competitive Health Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Vail/Beaver Creek Ski Pass
- Wellness Stipend
- Free Daily Lunch
- Subsidized On Campus Faculty Housing Opportunities (based on availability)
To Apply: - Letter of Interest
- Resume
- 2 Professional references
- 1 Personal reference
- Letters of recommendation, if available
Email to: jobs@vms.edu |
