Prospective Upper School Teacher Applicants

Description

Menlo School wants to meet educators who want to become a part of our learning community now or in the future. We typically hire candidates for the following Teacher positions:

English, Math, Science, World Languages, 

Social Sciences/History, Arts (Performing/Visual)

We look for educators who:

• Will inspire and support our students and be active participants in our student life program and in other aspects of our vibrant learning community.

• Share our dedication to cultivating an ever more heterogeneous and inclusive community, and our commitment to inclusion and belonging.

• Will work to be inclusive so that every student can see themself in their classrooms, the curricula, and their disciplines.

• Are highly collaborative with other community members both within their own department and in the School community as a whole.

• Feel comfortable designing and executing curriculum as part of a teaching team.

• Are committed to professional growth in their discipline and in their teaching practice. 

• Are passionate about teaching, experts in their fields, and dedicated to helping all students achieve their personal best. 

• Will embody the heart of Menlo School by promoting collegial, respectful, and supportive relationships.

Our teachers have a genuine love of upper school students and are excited to work with all types of learners. Full-time teachers at Menlo School are responsible for four class sections,  overseeing a student advocacy group, attending grade-level trips and off-campus student activities, supporting major extracurricular activities, and participating in team meetings and school-wide committees. They have at least 3 years of teaching experience in upper school grades, a Bachelor’s degree (a Master’s degree is strongly preferred), and broad knowledge of and experience with current best practices in curriculum and instruction, especially standards-based learning.

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment, but there may be possible exposure to childhood diseases and illnesses

• Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities with average interior dust, with occasional exposure to outdoor elements

• Exposure to a normal school environment that is usually quiet but sometimes noisy

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a school employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions:

• Ability to sit, stand, move, communicate, manipulate art tools, speak, hear and read during the course of normal activities

• Able to use computers and other tools

• Able to move items weighing up to 10 pounds

• Ability to think and concentrate for sustained periods of time

• In-person attendance is necessary to provide an effective level of performance during regular school hours

We offer:

• An exceptional work environment and caring community

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• Highly competitive salary

• A comprehensive benefits package, including generous contributions to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Learn more by going to https://www.menloschool.org/employment-benefits.php

To be considered for future opportunities:

Please submit your resume and cover letter through our application portal, indicating the subject (s) you are interested in teaching.

Current job openings:

We post positions on our website as they open. Please check our Careers page regularly for positions that may be of interest to you: https://www.menloschool.org/employment-openings.php

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest and will reach out only to those most closely aligned with the School’s needs.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

We look forward to hearing from you!

About us:

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley and founded in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

Menlo is dedicated to providing a joyful, transformative education that empowers students to explore broadly, think critically, act responsibly, and navigate the complexities of an evolving world. Our relevant and engaging academic program—complemented by outstanding arts and athletics—sparks wonder, fosters a love of learning, and inspires students to reach their full potential as they grow in competence, confidence, and curiosity. Student care and the supportive relationships students build with teachers, coaches, and peers are at the heart of all we do as we uphold the highest ethical standards, develop character, and pursue a shared commitment to purposes larger than ourselves.

At Menlo, belonging is essential to who we are as a school. We embrace the growth and well-being of every member of our community by cultivating a culture rooted in kindness, trust, and belonging—one where everyone feels welcomed, included, and valued, and where our diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas are honored with curiosity, care, and compassion.

Learn more about the Menlo School here.

Our equal opportunity employment policy:

Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Pay range:

Our Faculty have a wide range of experience. We have teachers who are relatively new to the profession and those who have expertly taught for over 30 years.In the spirit of pay transparency, we share the base salary range for this position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The full pay range, which encompasses all experience levels, is $97,000 to $182,000 annualized.Within this broad range, we pay each employee in accordance with what is reasonably expected given an individual's experience level. Base salary is exclusive of fringe benefits, employer contributions to retirement plans, and potential stipends (for eligible employees). Pay ranges at Menlo are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role, but are not guaranteed. If hired at Menlo School, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status, and the number of months worked per academic year. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as a part of any final offer. Please note that the generous range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the top of the range is not typical at Menlo School to allow for future and continued salary growth.

Notice to recruitment agencies and third‑party recruiters: Menlo School does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from external recruiters or recruitment agencies. Any resumes submitted without a prior signed written agreement in place with Human Resources will be deemed the property of the School, and no fees will be paid.

Job ID: 209