Current Openings

Sun Valley Community School seeks an Accounting Manager/Controller. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer and working alongside the Business Manager, the Accounting Manager will join this dynamic, hard-working, and talented three-person team. Your efforts, while administrative in nature, are critical to helping the school achieve its important mission. This is a full-time position beginning anywhere from May 11-26, 2026. 

In partnership with the Business Office team, the Accounting Manager/Controller’s main objective is to provide SVCS leadership with timely, accurate and complete financial information to support critical decision making and meet the school’s internal and external reporting responsibilities. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Revenues

• Manage the SVCS’s Tuition Management student contracting, invoicing, and collections system. 
• Prepare all related accounting functions related to tuition billing and cash collections. 
• In cooperation with the Annual Fund Director, deposit and record all development department transactions.
• In cooperation with the CFO, track and collect delinquent accounts.

Cash

• Deposit incoming cash daily.
• Reconcile bank accounts monthly.
• Implement and maintain appropriate cash internal controls.

Payroll and Benefits Administration

• Prepare and submit monthly payroll for a school with approximately 115 employees.
• Prepare and submit corresponding benefits payments including retirement, health and life.
• Prepare and post the corresponding journal entries related to payroll and benefits.
• Other Human Resources duties include drafting and distributing annual employment letters, coordinating annual W-2s, 1095s, and Erisa required disclosures.

Account Reconciliations

• Prepare monthly completeness, accuracy reviews and reconciliations for all general ledger accounts which relate to your daily duties. 

Audit Support

• Participate in the departmental preparation for the annual Financial Statement, ERISA audits and IRS Form 990 with particular areas of emphasis to include: Accounts Receivable, Tuition Income, Deferred Revenue, Cash, and Payroll Expenses and Accrued Liabilities.

Other Duties as Assigned

The SVCS Business Office is a dynamic, ever-changing one. No two days are exactly alike, and today’s job description will likely require a significant re-draft in a few years. With each new donation, building, program, HR change, or enhanced staff benefit, the Accounting Manager role will change. This dynamic, ever-evolving environment will excite the right candidate for this position.

Qualifications and/or Desired Characteristics

The successful candidate will be joining a strong team of goal setters and achievers. The Head of School and Board of Trustees set a clear direction, and we all work hard to align our personal efforts to this clearly articulated mission and strategy. Progress is not in question, it is assured. The school is in the midst of the largest capital campaign in its history. Donors have expressed full-throated support for our financial and capital expansion initiatives. The ideal candidate:

• Will have a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. Candidates without a Bachelor’s Degree will be considered if their work experience or other education is sufficient to prove the capabilities to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities outlined above. 
• Will have a deep respect for confidentiality, ethics and moral courage.
• Will demonstrate initiative, operate with a degree of autonomy, and follow-through.
• Will meet deadlines.
• Appreciates and aspires to deliver high quality work.
• Will demonstrate the highest level of customer service, solving problems efficiently, and joyfully for all the schools’ various constituents: students, faculty, administrators, parents/guardians, alumni, vendors and guests.
• Displays professional written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Will be quick to learn existing and new software systems. They should be proficient in Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. Other software systems that the school uses include ADP, Blackbaud, and Tuition Management.
• Will find joy in the completeness and accuracy of the SVCS accounts. They will love reconciling bank statements and finding every penny. They will enjoy the routines of the monthly accounting close process and celebrate as each month’s activity is accurately and efficiently accounted for.
• Is a problem solver and project finisher. They see problems as exciting challenges rather than barriers. They can navigate through complexity and arrive at creative, appropriate outcomes efficiently.
• Will represent the school in the larger community in a positive manner that reflects the values of the school.
• Respects and enjoys a collaborative approach to completing tasks and advancing the school regardless of departmental boundaries or norms i.e. “How can I help?” vs. “Not a part of my job description.”  

Salary and Benefits

• The Accounting Manager annual salary range is between $60,000 – $95,000 (depending on experience).
• The Accounting Manager is a full-time, 12-month, FSLA exempt, salaried, administrative position with access to the school’s full package of benefits (medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition remission).
• Sun Valley Community School maintains access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley and may assist relocating candidates based on availability, family size, and other factors. Relocation and housing assistance will be discussed during the final stage of the search.
• Days of work are Monday through Friday.  However, some evening and weekend work may be required.
• Most of the Accounting Manager’s work will happen during standard business hours and on-site in Sun Valley, Idaho at our Trail Creek Campus.
• Some lifting of boxes and squatting may be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Interested candidates should read through our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please email your customized resume and cover letter by April 22, 2026 to: Liz Kantor, lkantor@communityschool.org

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 450 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, service, and the work they do with students. They are engaged and encouraging, and they 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. 

Sun Valley Community School seeks a flexible, personable, and professional Lower School Administrative Assistant to begin June 15, 2026. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative team position with benefits. 

Responsibilities 

• collaborate with the Lower School Head to ensure their ability to execute their responsibilities as fully and efficiently as possible 
• support students, families, and faculty
• respond to inquiries expediently
• maintain student records, grades, courses, and scheduling in a database 
• preparing email communications 
• proofreading Lower School report cards (three terms) 

Qualifications
Candidates who wish to be considered for this position should be a “Varsity level multi-tasker” with a smile. Other qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• high-level technology skills 
• proficient in Apple computers, student information database systems (Blackbaud), G-Suite, and other applications 
• strong problem solving skills 
• excellent communication and time management skills 
• active listener who can understand the needs of others, resolve issues and demonstrate genuine care and attentiveness

Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students. Please fill out our employment application to be considered for the position. 

Questions can be directed to: 
Lower School Head, Janet Salvoni
jsalvoni@communityschool.org 

Sun Valley Community School is seeking an experienced and inspirational STREAM Teacher for grades K-5. This position is a full-time teaching position, with benefits, to begin in August 2026. Primary responsibilities include teaching technology, engineering design, and maker skills, as well as collaborating with faculty to design and coordinate interdisciplinary activities to promote innovative learning. The ideal candidate will have a passion for making, design thinking, project-based learning, and STREAM education as well as experience or interest in working in a student-centered, collaborative, and inquiry-based educational environment. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the learning of the K-5 Technology and Innovation curriculum
• Develop and implement design and creation opportunities
• Develop and implement an effective and relevant Digital Citizenship program
• Partner with colleagues to enhance their own knowledge and usage of technology in teaching

Qualifications: 
Candidates who wish to be considered for this position should have:

• A passion for teaching and engaging students;
• An entrepreneurial spirit; 
• Exemplary technology, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills;
• Experience and/or an educational background with coding, programming, and design thinking;
• A strong work ethic and a willingness to initiate, and the ability to anticipate needs;
• A Bachelor’s degree, with a preference for an advanced degree;
• Experience working in an independent school setting is preferred
• A willingness to live in a small, vibrant resort community in the Rocky Mountains. 

Please fill out an SVCS Application Form online.
Questions may be directed to:
Janet Salvoni
Lower School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jsalvoni@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School seeks a dynamic Middle School Science Teacher who can help bring out the budding scientist in every student. Duties include teaching 7th and 8th grade science classes, a thematic elective course, as well as serving as a student advisor, and participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program. This is a full-time teaching position with benefits and an August 10 start date. For the right candidate, the position may include Residential Life responsibilities and housing. SVCS also has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size, and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Qualities:
Candidates should appreciate the art and craft of teaching, and approach education with enthusiasm, curiosity, and professionalism. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of teaching experience preferred. At Community School, we embrace challenges, cultivate a rich life outside of school, find deep satisfaction in working with colleagues, and maintain a healthy sense of humor. Educating is hard work, but it is also joyful and meaningful. Community School is a deeply collaborative culture, so flexibility, organization, and a strong commitment to partnering with teachers, students, and families are central to this position. Candidates should understand and embrace the culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Community School educates a number of competitive skiers and other athletes. Candidates should understand the demands placed on student-athletes and support them in developing the skills to manage their coursework, communicate proactively about absences, and plan ahead for competition or travel.

Interested candidates should read through the school website to learn more about the school. To apply, please complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to,

Scott Runkel
Science Teacher
Sun Valley Community School
srunkel@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School seeks a dynamic Middle School Math Teacher who can help bring out the budding mathematician in every student.

Duties include teaching 7th-to-8th-grade math classes, a Thematic Elective course, as well as serving as a student advisor, and participating in the school’s extensive Outdoor Program. This is a full-time teaching position with benefits and an August 10 start date. For the right candidate, the position may include Residential Life responsibilities and housing. SVCS also has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size, and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Qualities:
Candidates should appreciate the art and craft of teaching, and approach education with enthusiasm, curiosity, and professionalism. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of teaching experience preferred. At Community School, we embrace challenges, cultivate a rich life outside of school, find deep satisfaction in working with colleagues, and maintain a healthy sense of humor. Educating is hard work, but it is also joyful and meaningful. Community School is a deeply collaborative culture, so flexibility, organization, and a strong commitment to partnering with teachers, students, and families are central to this position. Candidates should embrace the culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Community School educates a number of competitive skiers and other athletes. Candidates should understand the demands placed on student-athletes and support them in developing the skills to manage their coursework, communicate proactively about absences, and plan ahead for competition or travel.

Interested candidates should read through to our website to learn more about the school. To apply, please complete this application. Any additional questions can be directed to,

Judson Ford
Math Department Chair
Sun Valley Community School
jford@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Upper School Creative Arts Teacher. This position includes teaching multiple disciplines of art: ceramics, digital drawing, photography, drawing/painting, and art history. This is a full-time position, with benefits, beginning August 10, 2026. 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 Creative Arts Academy administrative responsibilities. Residential Life responsibilities and housing may also be available.

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 the arts and have a strong desire to work collaboratively in the department. Above all, the successful candidate must love education and demonstrate an energetic and passionate approach to students and teaching.

This position includes benefits including health insurance. SVCS has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates should go to our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please complete our application. If you have any questions about the position, please contact: 

Jessica Wasilewski
Upper School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jwasilewski@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School seeks an experienced Upper School French Teacher to join our language department. This is a full-time teaching position beginning August 10, 2026. 

Responsibilities:
Duties include teaching up to five sections of Upper School French each term, serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s Outdoor Program, and contributing to Upper School co-curricular offerings. For the right candidate, the position may also include Residential Life responsibilities and housing.

Qualities:
Candidates should value strong relationships with students, appreciate the art and craft of teaching, and approach education with enthusiasm, curiosity, and professionalism. The ideal candidate shares the school’s commitment to an inquiry based approach, holds a bachelor’s degree, has native or near native French proficiency, and is familiar with ACTFL guidelines and proficiency levels. At Community School, we embrace challenges, cultivate a rich life outside of school, find deep satisfaction in working with colleagues, and maintain a healthy sense of humor. Educating can be hard work, but it is also joyful and meaningful. Community School is a deeply collaborative culture, so flexibility, organization, and a strong commitment to partnering with colleagues, students, and families are central to this position. Candidates should understand and embrace the culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Community School educates a number of competitive skiers and other athletes, so candidates should understand the demands placed on student-athletes and proactively support students who miss class due to competition or travel through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and flexible instructional practices.

This position includes benefits including health insurance. SVCS has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Interested candidates should go to our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please complete this application. Any additional questions should be directed to:

Jessica Wasilewski, Upper School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jwasilewski@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School is seeking a dynamic Upper School Mathematics Teacher. This position includes teaching up to five sections of upper school mathematics classes. This is a full-time teaching position, with benefits, beginning August 10, 2026. 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. Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates should peruse our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please complete our application. If you have any questions about the position, please contact: 

Jud Ford 
Mathematics Department Chair
Sun Valley Community School
jford@communityschool.org

Sun Valley Community School seeks an experienced Upper School Physics Teacher to join our Science Department. This is a full-time teaching position beginning August 10, 2026. 
Duties include teaching up to five sections of Upper School Science each term, serving as a student advisor, participating in the school’s Outdoor Program, and contributing to Upper School co-curricular offerings. For the right candidate, the position may also include Residential Life responsibilities and housing.

Candidates should value strong relationships with students, appreciate the art and craft of teaching, and approach education with enthusiasm, curiosity, and professionalism. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics or a related field and 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.  

At Community School, we embrace challenges, cultivate a rich life outside of school, find deep satisfaction in working with colleagues, and maintain a healthy sense of humor. Educating can be hard work, but it is also joyful and meaningful. Community School is a deeply collaborative culture, so flexibility, organization, and a strong commitment to partnering with colleagues, students, and families are central to this position. Candidates should understand and embrace the culture of a small independent school in a mountain resort town. Community School educates a number of competitive skiers and other athletes, so candidates should understand the demands placed on student-athletes and proactively support students who miss class due to competition or travel through clear communication, thoughtful planning, and flexible instructional practices.

This position includes benefits including health insurance. SVCS has access to rental housing units throughout the Wood River Valley. Depending on availability, family size and other factors, SVCS may be able to assist new employees who are relocating from out of state with their housing transition. Should you reach the finalist stage of this search, the business office will discuss the details of this potential relocation support.  Finalists will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students.

Interested candidates should read through our website to learn more about our school. To apply, please complete this application. Any additional questions should be directed to:

Jessica Wasilewski, Upper School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jwasilewski@communityschool.org
 

After School Program Leaders
Sun Valley Community School has positions open in our After School Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Successful candidates will enjoy working with children ages two - seven years, and have a positive, flexible disposition. These are hourly positions that do not include benefits. Hours vary from 16-20 hours/week in the afternoons between 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested candidates will be required to complete state and federal background screening to ensure eligibility to work safely with students. Please provide a letter of interest and resume electronically to:

Janet Salvoni
Lower School Head
Sun Valley Community School
jsalvoni@communityschool.org

Fill out an application here. 

Mission
From our campus to the wilderness, we inspire students to think critically, engage confidently, embrace challenges, and lead impactful, purposeful lives. 

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 Accessibility + Belonging 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. 

Sun Valley Community School es una escuela que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. La escuela alienta, busca y contratará a los solicitantes que la escuela considere calificados para el puesto buscado, independientemente de su edad, origen étnico, nacionalidad, raza, religión, orientación sexual, identificación de género o capacidad física, con ajustes razonables para cumplir con las responsabilidades del puesto.