Careers at ASV

American School of Valencia (ASV) recruits teachers and staff through direct application. Below is a summary of the qualifications of a successful candidate and the responsibilities of any teaching or staff position. Vacancies will be always posted on this section of the ASV website as well as on the ASV profile page on The International Educator (accessible only to registered users).

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Who Can Apply?

The following is a brief list of qualities the successful ASV candidate would possess:

  • A bachelor’s degree in the subject area or a related educational field.
  • A minimum of two years’ full-time teaching experience in a school setting.
  • Knowledge of the American curriculum, educational philosophy and teaching methods.
  • Recent professional development and knowledge of best practice in education.
  • Excellent computer skills and experience with the integration of technology into the curriculum.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment.
  • Native or bilingual speaker of English.

Desirable qualifications

  • An advanced degree in the subject area or a related educational field.
  • Knowledge and understanding of international teaching experience.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Spanish history and culture.
  • Experience teaching International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (for high school applicants).

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  • Prepare courses and plan curriculum with other members of the department/team and liaise with other departments/grade levels as appropriate.
  • Exhibit knowledge of current trends, pedagogy, research and topics of importance in the teaching of subject area or grade level.
  • Monitor and evaluate students’ progress, prepare for parent conferences, grade assessments and complete report cards, etc.
  • Take responsibility for the safety and well-being of all students, while delivering an engaging and challenging syllabus.
  • Perform any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, as requested by the school.
  • Professional Development (combination of on-site, international conferences and visiting consultants)
  • Spanish or English Language Development Program
  • Work Visa Expense Reimbursement
  • Relocation Travel Stipend
  • Additional Baggage Allowance
  • Housing Location Assistance
  • Healthcare (through Spanish national healthcare system or private healthcare at a minimal cost)
  • Detailed information regarding compensation and benefits are provided during the interview process for each individual candidate.

Current Vacancies

Full-time Positions
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Announcement updated on March 14, 2024

The American School of Valencia regularly posts vacancies for teaching and non-teaching positions.  These are the current openings for the next academic year:

  • Kinder-Grade 8 Math Coach. Detailed description here.
  • Upper Elementary (Grades 3-5) Teacher. Detailed description here.
  • Middle School and High School (ESO) Spanish and Valencian Languages Teacher. Part-Time position (22 hours per week). Detailed description here.
  • Preschool (Early Childhood) Teacher. Detailed description here.
  • Middle School (Grades 6-8) Science and Mathematics Teacher. Immediate start, detailed description here.
Part-time Positions and Substitutions
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Substitute teachers for all school sections may be required throughout the academic year. Please follow the instructions above to apply for a substitute position for the ASV substitution pool. The school reserves the right to finalize the recruitment process at any time.

Part-time positions for the 2023-2024 Academic Year:

  • Middle School and High School (ESO) Spanish and Valencian Languages Teacher. Part-Time position (22 hours per week). Detailed description here.
Child Protection Statement
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American School of Valencia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all applicants must be willing to undergo the appropriate background and reference checks to work with students at our school.

Valid information for Applicants
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ASV announces faculty-staff vacancies on the ASV website and The International Educator (TIE) only and does not advertise on any other sites. Therefore, the only valid information about careers at ASV is located on these two sites. All other information is not authorized or vetted by ASV, and candidates should be cautious about using non-official information about the school.

Application Process

Interested candidates for all positions at the American School of Valencia must submit all requested application documents in English, preferably as one document in .pdf format, to the careers@asvalencia.org email address only in accordance with European Union data protection requirements (GDPR)..

Summer Program 2024

American School of Valencia is seeking qualified English Language Instructors, Preschool Assistants, Activity Instructors (Dance, Nature and outdoor, Arts and Crafts, Sports) and Lifeguards for the ASV Summer Programs in July 2024.

Applicants must send and schedule a meeting prior to April 19, 2024.

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Desirable qualifications and experiences for applicants for all positions (Applicants must be currently living in Spain or have EU citizenship):

  • A university degree in Education.
  • A minimum of two years’ teaching experience in a school setting.
  • Outstanding collaborative skills and a desire to work in a team-focused environment.
  • Native or bilingual speaker of English.

Major Responsibilities for Instructors:

  • Prepare courses and plan curriculum with other members of the teaching team.
  • Monitor and evaluate students’ progress and complete report cards, elaborate class presentations for parents’ visit day, prepare for excursions, etc.

Major Responsibilities for all applicants:

  • Take responsibility for the safety and well-being of all students, while delivering engaging and challenging lessons.
  • Perform any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the position, as requested by the school.

Detailed information regarding compensation and benefits are provided during the interview process for each individual candidate.

To apply:

  1. Submit your information here
  2. Book an interview:
    • If you are applying to English Language Instructors Preschool or Elementary sections and Preschool Assistants, book a time here with Ms. Reyes Navarro.
    • If you are applying to English Language Instructors Middle or High School sections, Activity Instructors (Dance, Nature and outdoor, Arts and Crafts, Sports) and Lifeguards, book a time here with Ms. Jackie Paarhuis.