Current Openings

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Elementary School Science Teacher who has a passion for engaging young hearts and minds in all areas of science. This is a full-time teaching position, with benefits, beginning August 14, 2023. Additional duties will include participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program, assisting in middle school science and/or elementary mathematics classes, and supervising recess and lunch blocks. Candidates must have a love for teaching elementary children and demonstrate an open and flexible approach to education.

QUALITIES
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree and possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Elementary School population (ages 2-11 years). Candidates should have a healthy sense of humor and find joy in this work. They need to be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents. 

Candidates should also be able to:

• provide a variety of learning opportunities, methods, and materials, which support the diversity of abilities within the classroom;
• practice thoughtful, respectful, and effective classroom management techniques, which support active learning and promote responsibility and self-management; 
• actively follow the Responsive Classroom approach; training can be provided

Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. The candidate must be committed to facilitating the study of science and preparing students to engage with the variety of ways science intersects with modern life. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Janet Salvoni
Elementary School Head
jsalvoni@communityschool.org
 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking an enthusiastic Dance Teacher who can inspire the dancer in every student. Additional duties will include developing and teaching choreography as part of a performing arts team for various musical productions during the year (K-12), as well as supervising recess and lunch blocks. This is a part-time position beginning on August 14, 2023. The hours can be flexible and can accommodate responsibilities outside of this position.

QUALITIES
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree, possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Elementary School population (ages 2-11 years). Candidates should have a healthy sense of humor and find joy in this work. They need to be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents.

Candidates should also be able to:

• provide a variety of learning opportunities, methods, and materials, which support the diversity of abilities within the classroom;
• practice thoughtful, respectful, and effective classroom management techniques, which support active learning and promote responsibility and self-management; 
• actively follow the Responsive Classroom approach; training can be provided

Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. Above all, the successful candidate must love dance and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Janet Salvoni
Elementary School Head
jsalvoni@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Middle School Music and Performing Arts Teacher who can help bring out the musician and actor in every student. This position, including benefits, begins August 2023. Additional duties will include facilitating various musical productions during the year (K-12), participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program, and engaging in additional Middle School extracurricular activities. The successful candidate must have a love for teaching Middle School children and demonstrate a willing and flexible approach to education.

Interested candidates should complete this application. 

QUALITIES
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree, possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Middle School population, and also be supportive of the school’s “one school” philosophy across divisions. Ideal candidates should have a healthy sense of humor, be flexible in their approach, and find joy in their work. They should be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents. Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching. 

Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Anthony Colello, Middle School Head 
acolello@communityschool.org 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Upper School English teacher. This position includes teaching grade-level English classes, advanced-level English electives, and writing. This is a full-time position, with benefits, beginning August 14, 2023. Additional duties will include serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program, and engaging in additional Upper School extracurricular activities. For the right candidate, the position could also include Residential Life responsibilities and housing.

QUALITIES
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree, possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Upper School population, and also be supportive of the school’s “one school” philosophy across divisions. Ideal candidates should have a healthy sense of humor, be flexible in their approach, and find joy in their work. They should be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. They should possess a love of writing and have a strong desire to work collaboratively in the department to effectively teach writing and revision. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through April 7, 2023. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Kevin Campbell
Upper School Head
Sun Valley Community School
kcampbell@communityschool.org
 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Upper School Mathematics Teacher. This position includes teaching a variety of Upper School mathematics classes. This is a full-time teaching position, with benefits, beginning August 14, 2023. Additional duties will include serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program, and engaging in additional Upper School extracurricular activities. For the right candidate, the position could also include Residential Life responsibilities and housing. 

QUALITIES
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree, possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Upper School population, and also be supportive of the school’s “one-school” philosophy across divisions. Ideal candidates should have a healthy sense of humor, be flexible in their approach, and find joy in their work. They should be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. The candidate must be committed to facilitating the study of mathematics and preparing students to engage with the variety of ways mathematics intersects with modern life. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through April 7, 2023. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Jo Edwards
Mathematics Department Chair
Sun Valley Community School
jedwards@communityschool.org
 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Upper School Physics Teacher. This position includes teaching a variety of upper school science classes, including junior level physics and upper division science electives. This is a full-time teaching position, with benefits, beginning August 14, 2023. Additional duties will include serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program, and engaging in additional Upper School extracurricular activities. For the right candidate, the position could also include Residential Life responsibilities and/or housing. 

QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator with at least a bachelor’s degree, possess a deep understanding of the developmental range within the Upper School population, and also be supportive of the school’s “one-school” philosophy across divisions. Ideal candidates should have a healthy sense of humor, be flexible in their approach, and find joy in their work. They should be organized and creative with a commitment to motivate and inspire students to achieve their personal best. Candidates should also work collaboratively with faculty and communicate clearly with parents.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability and desire to work within an inquiry-based educational program, which empowers students to think critically and engage confidently. The candidate must be committed to facilitating the study of physics and physical science while also preparing students to engage with the variety of ways these topics intersect with modern life. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Scott Runkel, Physics Search Committee Co-Chair
Sun Valley Community School
srunkel@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School in Sun Valley, Idaho, is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Sun Valley Ski Academy (SVSA) Program Coordinator to join the school’s staff for the 2023-24 school year. This is a full-time position, with benefits, and school housing options to begin August 14, 2023. This unique position offers an energetic, and organized individual the opportunity to work closely with our SVSA Program Director in all facets of our thriving ski academy program.

The Program Coordinator supports our skiers and snowboarders by monitoring academic performance, offering support through one-one-one and group tutoring, working alongside faculty to ensure student-athletes are receiving the support they need, facilitating a plan for those who are not realizing their academic potential, and traveling regionally, nationally, or internationally periodically to academically support student-athletes while they train and compete. 

Throughout the school year, the SVSA Academic Coordinator will have opportunities to expand their work with our faculty, communications team, Residential Program, Outdoor Program, and athletic programs depending on interest, background, and/or time restrictions or availability. Ski coaching with our partner, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation is a distinct possibility with the right background and experience. If interested, Residential Advisor and/or Assistant Residential Coordinator roles may also be available. School housing may be available for the right candidate. 

The ideal SVSA Academic Coordinator will have a competitive ski or snowboard background or understand the unique dynamics of being a high school student-athlete.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to connect with students and faculty and communicate clearly and in a timely manner with students, faculty, coaches, and parents. Candidates also should understand and embrace the unique Sun Valley Community School culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree, and preference will be given to applicants who have previous experience working with adolescents. 

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates should complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to: 

Jonna Mendes, Sun Valley Ski Academy Program Director, jmendes@sunvalleyskiacademy.org 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Associate Director of Development. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative position with benefits to begin on or before July 1, 2023. The  Associate Director of Development may oversee the School’s data management and gift acknowledgement as well as taking an ownership role in one or more of the following areas: annual giving, donor stewardship, development events, or development operations. The ideal candidate will hold at least a bachelor’s degree, possess strong experience in fundraising and/or donor relations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates who wish to be considered for this position should have:
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy;
• Experience in independent school development or similar development work;
• Exemplary communication and organizational skills;
• A willingness to initiate strategic initiatives and the ability to anticipate needs;
• The ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through May 14, 2023. 

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: 

Trent Smither, Director of Development, Sun Valley Community School

Sun Valley Community School is seeking an experienced Cook starting immediately to participate in our mission to serve nutritious, locally sourced, sustainable food for the school's Residence Hall dinner program. The hours are 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, with occasional extended hours for special events. The position includes preparing, serving, cleaning after dinner service and maintenance kitchen cleaning. This person must possess strong knife skills, be able to lift 40 pounds, and will work directly with our Head Chef and Kitchen Manager. This is a part-time position that is not eligible for school benefits. 
 
Successful candidates must connect a love of preparing made-from-scratch food with a desire to educate others and work within a school environment. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, dependable, and flexible.

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest and a resume, by February 3 at the latest to:
 
Clay Wawner
Director of Residential Life
cwawner@communityschool.org

Fill out an application here. 

About Sun Valley Community School: 
Our philosophy? Build community. Take risks. Grow your curiosities. Pursue your passions. Aim for personal bests. We are a preK-12 day and boarding college prep school of 435 students set in the iconic mountain resort town of Sun Valley, Idaho. Our faculty and staff are passionate about the outdoors, the arts, innovation, athletics, adventure, and the work they do with students. They are engaged and encouraging and believe in our student-centered approach. 
Our students are open to new experiences, take advantage of the natural environment, thrive in a small-town community but have a solid sense of the broader world. A Sun Valley Community School experience balances intellectual inquiry with adventure. We ask students and faculty alike to push comfort zones and seek understanding. We value inclusivity, authenticity, and critical thinking. 

A Sun Valley Community School Elementary education is a child-led journey of discovery, fueled by the energy of a dedicated faculty on campus and in the natural surroundings we explore. Starting at the age of two in our Reggio Emilia-inspired program, we encourage our students to follow their passions and explore their creativity while building a strong academic foundation. Throughout our Elementary program, we use authentic challenges and situations—in the classroom, in the lab, on the stage, in the art studio, or in the wilderness—to teach students to work together and build skills while developing essential character strengths. Students learn to value setbacks as well as successes and approach both with optimism and perseverance. Small group discussion, hands-on projects, and teamwork are hallmarks of our learning process. When our students complete their elementary education, they have the independence, confidence, and ability to thrive in Middle School. 

Please see our website for further details about our school’s guiding principles as well as our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work.

Sun Valley Community School is an equal opportunity employer. The school encourages, seeks, and will employ applicants the school deems qualified for the position sought, regardless of age, ethnic background, nationality, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, or physical ability, with reasonable accommodation to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.