Employment

List of 8 items.

• Lower School Faculty (Grades 1-2)

  Title: Lower School 1-2 Faculty

   

  The School

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For almost 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

  
  The Role

  MVS is seeking a passionate and skillful teacher, who is eager to invest their talents in our lower school. They should establish a supportive and engaging environment for lower school students (grades 1-2) and be committed to developing critical, creative thinkers who collaborate and communicate effectively, and demonstrate a desire to embrace the  MVS Immersion Method™ into their teaching. This new faculty member will be joining a team that strives to represent the diversity of the MVS community by creating and implementing culturally inclusive and responsive curricula as well as demonstrating a teaching proficiency and comfort with a variety of different teaching and learning styles.

   

  The Opportunity

  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Enhance Cultural Experiences.  Through your instruction and development of an inspiring MVS Immersion Method™ Program, you and your students will experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content. 
  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families.
  • Innovate.  As we continue to develop the MVS Immersion Method™ programming, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here, you and your team will integrate academics, hands-on activities, and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of learning.
  • Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility.  Through your intentional planning and development of coursework, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today’s pressing challenges.
  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role teaching at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
  • And, of course, you will get to Teach! In this position you will be a homeroom teacher for a classroom of 1st or 2nd grade students.

   

  Expectations

  • Establish a supportive and engaging environment for students;
  • Demonstrate a deep belief that teachers have a unique role in empowering students to become passionately inquisitive; 
  • Demonstrate a teaching proficiency and comfort with a variety of teaching methods and learning needs; most importantly supporting immersive, experiential learning;
  • Foster the belief in each of our students, that students can and will change the world
  • Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning through engagement in ongoing professional development;
  • Build collaborative partnership with students, faculty, and parents;
  • Develop and facilitate culturally inclusive curricula and inclusive classroom practices;

   

  Primary Responsibilities

  • Teach a single grade classroom within grades 1-2;
  • Lead/Co-lead an Immersion program in January;
  • Develop and propose new Immersion programs;
  • Prepare progress reports;
  • Report to the Lower School Division Director;

   

  Qualifications

  • Possess a desire to work with our youngest learners in an experiential setting;
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents;
  • Possess excellent communication skills;
  • Ideal candidates will possess prior experience teaching in lower school settings;
  • Undergraduate or advanced degree(s) in Elementary Education;
  • Certificate in Elementary Education, preferred
  • Candidates without prior teaching experience will also be considered;

   

  Benefits

  This is a full-time opportunity that provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a matching 403(b) program, and 50% tuition remission for the children of employees.

   

  Take the Next Step

  Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links.  Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com.  Please do not call the school directly. 

   

  Bring Your Whole Self

  MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision.  We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis.  We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• Soccer Coach - Lower School Boys/Girls

  Title: Lower School Girls/Boys Soccer Head Coach

  Reports to: Director of Athletics

  Stipend: Fall-

  
  

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

  
  

  The Role.   The lower school soccer head coach is tasked with overseeing the lower school soccer program, which includes organizing practices, accompanying the teams to games, and teaching students soccer skills and gameplay. The lower school soccer team plays in the CYO (Catholic Youth Organization) Conference.  In addition to maintaining a well-organized and welcoming program, the soccer head coach is an enthusiastic representative of MVS Athletics who attends athletic department events, trainings, pep rallies, and coaches’ meetings as set by the Director of Athletics. 

  
  

  The Opportunity.  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  
  

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families as a member of our athletic department.
  • Innovate.  You will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience.
  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role as a coach at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
  • And, of course, you will get to make an impact! As the head soccer coach, you will have an impact on the greater MVS community as you build relationships with your players and nurture their success. 

  
  

  Expectations:

  • Assist in preparation and planning for the recognition of athletes for your coaching season (i.e. end of year athletic awards).
  • Game preparation including understanding of rules and regulations of the CYO league, score keeping, and any other duties assigned by league officials (or willingness to learn)
  • Attend all coaches meetings.
  • Remain with student athletes at school, or end of games, until all have been picked up after practices or away contests.
  • Attend sport clinics and workshops at the direction of the Athletic Director.
  • Attain and maintain all mandatory certifications required for my sport including but not limited to OHSAA Coaches Toolbox training, CPR, and first aid training.
  • Assume responsibility by returning and/or accounting for any uniforms or equipment loaned to the volleyball team, submitting a list of students to be billed for uniform items, and a list of damaged or disreputable uniforms at the end of each season.
  • Monitor field lines and update the Athletic Director for the need of relining. 
  • Assist in helping student athletes with recommendations post season  and summer training and club team opportunities. 
  • Assist Athletic Director in hiring and managing assistant coaching staff.
  • Partner with middle school staff to help student athletes prepare for the next level.
  • Any other duties assigned by the Athletic Director .

  Qualifications 

  • Experienced in the rules and regulations of volleyball.
  • BCI/FBI background check required.
  • Must be able to be on their feet for long period of time.

  
  

  Benefits. This is a seasonal position without benefits.

  
  

  Take the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com. Please do not call the school directly. The position will be open until filled. 

  
  

  Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• Volleyball Coach - Middle School Girls

  Title: Middle School Girls Volleyball

  Reports to: Director of Athletics

  Stipend: Winter-

  
  

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

  
  

  The Role.   The middle school volleyball coach is tasked with overseeing the middle school volleyball program, which includes organizing practices, accompanying the teams to games, and teaching students volleyball skills and gameplay. The middle school volleyball team plays in the Metro Buckeye Conference.  In addition to maintaining a well-organized and welcoming program, the volleyball coach is an enthusiastic representative of MVS Athletics who attends athletic department events, trainings, pep rallies, and coaches’ meetings as set by the Director of Athletics. 

  
  

  The Opportunity.  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  
  

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families as a member of our athletic department.
  • Innovate.  You will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience.
  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role as a coach at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
  • And, of course, you will get to make an impact! As the volleyball coach, you will have an impact on the greater MVS community as you build relationships with your players and nurture their success. 

  
  

  Expectations:

  • Assist in preparation and planning for the recognition of athletes for your coaching season (End of year sports awards).
  • Game Preparation including understanding of rules and regulations of the league, score keeping, and any other duties assigned by league officials (or willingness to learn)
  • Attend all coaches meetings.
  • Remain with student athletes at school, or end of games, until all have been picked up after practices or away contests.
  • Attend sport clinics and workshops at the direction of the Athletic Director.
  • Attain and maintain all mandatory certifications required for my sport including but not limited to OHSAA Coaches Toolbox training, CPR, and first aid training.
  • Assume responsibility by returning and/or accounting for any uniforms or equipment loaned to the volleyball team, submitting a list of students to be billed for uniform items, and a list of damaged or disreputable uniforms at the end of each season.
  • Helping with practice setup and teardown of volleyball equipment.
  • Assist in helping student athletes with recommendations post season  and summer training and club team opportunities. 
  • Help prepare students for the upper school level athletics.
  • Assist the Athletic Director with hiring and managing assistant coaching staff.
  • Any other duties assigned by the Athletic Director .

  Qualifications 

  • Experienced in the rules and regulations of volleyball.
  • BCI/FBI background check required.
  • Must be able to be on their feet for long period of time.

  
  

  Benefits. This is a seasonal position without benefits.

  
  

  Take the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com. Please do not call the school directly. The position will be open until filled. 

  
  

  Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• Volleyball Head Coach - Upper School Girls

  Title: Upper School Girls Volleyball Head Coach

  Reports to: Director of Athletics

  Stipend: Winter-

  
  

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

  
  

  The Role.   The upper school volleyball coach is tasked with overseeing the upper school volleyball program, which includes organizing practices, accompanying the teams to games, and teaching students volleyball skills and gameplay. The upper school volleyball team plays in the Metro Buckeye Conference.  In addition to maintaining a well-organized and welcoming program, the volleyball coach is an enthusiastic representative of MVS Athletics who attends athletic department events, trainings, pep rallies, and coaches’ meetings as set by the Director of Athletics. 

  
  

  The Opportunity.  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  
  

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families as a member of our athletic department.
  • Innovate.  You will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience.
  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role as a coach at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
  • And, of course, you will get to make an impact! As the volleyball coach, you will have an impact on the greater MVS community as you build relationships with your players and nurture their success. 

  
  

  Expectations:

  • Assist in preparation and planning for the recognition of athletes for your coaching season (End of year sports awards).
  • Game Preparation including understanding of rules and regulations of the league, score keeping, and any other duties assigned by league officials (or willingness to learn)
  • Attend all coaches meetings.
  • Remain with student athletes at school, or end of games, until all have been picked up after practices or away contests.
  • Attend sport clinics and workshops at the direction of the Athletic Director.
  • Attain and maintain all mandatory certifications required for my sport including but not limited to OHSAA Coaches Toolbox training, CPR, van driving and first aid training.
  • Assume responsibility by returning and/or accounting for any uniforms or equipment loaned to the volleyball team, submitting a list of students to be billed for uniform items, and a list of damaged or disreputable uniforms at the end of each season.
  • Helping with practice setup and teardown of volleyball equipment.
  • Assist in helping student athletes with recommendations post season  and summer training and club team opportunities. 
  • Help prepare students for the collegiate level and with college recruitment.
  • Maintain records and protocols for upper school student athletes using MVS seasonal sports to meet State of Ohio graduation requirements in collaboration with the MVS Registrar.
  • Assist the Athletic Director with hiring and managing assistant coaching staff.
  • Any other duties assigned by the Athletic Director .

  Qualifications 

  • Experienced in the rules and regulations of volleyball.
  • BCI/FBI background check required.
  • Must be able to be on their feet for long period of time.

  
  

  Benefits. This is a seasonal position without benefits.

  
  

  Take the Next Step. Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links. Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com. Please do not call the school directly. The position will be open until filled. 

  
  

  Bring Your Whole Self. MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis. We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• General Teaching Interest

  We will have some additional teaching opportunities available for the 2025-2026 school year, but at this time we are not certain what will be available.  When you apply, please indicate your preferred position(s).  The Miami Valley School educates students from Early Childhood through 12th Grade.

   

  The School

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For almost 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

  The Role

  MVS is seeking innovative, passionate, culturally inclusive and skillful teachers, who are eager to invest their talents in our  school. They should establish a supportive and engaging environment for students and be committed to developing critical and creative thinkers who collaborate and communicate effectively, and committed to developing compassionate global citizens. This new faculty member will be joining a team that strives to represent the diversity of the MVS community by creating and implementing culturally inclusive and responsive curricula as well as demonstrating a teaching proficiency and comfort with a variety of different teaching and learning styles. For our Early Childhood program, this  includes The Reggio Method, Waldorf, and Montessori.  For Middle and Upper School programs, you will have the chance to not only take on passions that will ignite and spark global leadership among your students, but also engage in travel through our unique interdisciplinary learning courses, where faculty and students engage in domestic and/or international Immersion Trips.

   

  The Opportunity

  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Enhance Cultural Experiences.  Through your instruction and development of an inspiring Immersion Learning Program, you and your students will experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content. This includes an immersive travel experience with Middle and Upper School students.

  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families.

  • Innovate.  As we continue to develop our Immersive Learning programming, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here, you and your team will integrate academics, hands-on activities, and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of learning.

  • Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility.  Through your intentional planning and development of coursework, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today’s pressing challenges.

  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role teaching at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
  • And, of course, you will get to Teach!

   

  Expectations

  • Establish a supportive and engaging environment for students;
  • Demonstrate a deep belief that teachers have a unique role in empowering students to become passionately inquisitive; 
  • Demonstrate a teaching proficiency and comfort with a variety of teaching methods and learning needs; most importantly supporting immersive, experiential learning;
  • Foster the belief in each of our students, that students can and will change the world
  • Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning through engagement in ongoing professional development;
  • Build collaborative partnership with students, faculty, and parents;
  • Develop and facilitate culturally inclusive curricula and inclusive classroom practices;
  • All faculty can expect to travel with students (grades 4-12) for 1-3 weeks per year.

   

  Primary Responsibilities

  • Teach in a classroom setting. Responsibilities and classes vary based on grade level;
  • Lead/Co-lead an Immersion program in January;
  • Develop and propose new courses each year, including new Immersion programs;
  • Serve as an advisor for a group of 10-12 students in Middle and Upper Schools;
  • Lead and/or advise extracurricular activities, which include student clubs and athletics;
  • Report to the appropriate Division Director.

   

  Qualifications

  • Possess a desire to work with students in an experiential setting;
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and parents;
  • Possess excellent communication skills;
  • Ideal candidates will possess prior experience in teaching, advising clubs, coaching athletics, and/or leading student travel learning programs;
  • Undergraduate or advanced degree(s) in appropriate programs; 
  • Candidates without prior teaching experience will also be considered.

   

  Benefits

  The majority of our faculty are full-time, and as such, the school provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, a matching 403(b) program, and 50% tuition remission for the children of employees.

   

  Take the Next Step

  Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links.  Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com.  Please do not call the school directly. 

   

  Bring Your Whole Self

  MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision.  We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis.  We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• Extended Day Staff

  Title: After School Care Staff

  
  The School

  The Miami Valley School’s mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For a half-century, The Miami Valley School has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio community. Faculty at MVS are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. 

  
  The Role

  All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community.  Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Expand Global Leadership.  MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse. 
  • Enhance Cultural Experiences.  Through your instruction and development of an inspiring Immersion Learning Program, you and your students will experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content. 
  • Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families.
  • Innovate.  As we continue to develop our Immersive Learning programming, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience. Here, you and your team will integrate academics, hands-on activities, and scholarly habits via cross-curricular designs and models of learning.
  • Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility.  Through your intentional planning and development of coursework, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today’s pressing challenges.
  • Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team.  In your role at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.

  And, of course, you will get to make an impact! In this position you will be an extended day staff member in a setting with early childhood through 8th grade students.

   

  Primary Responsibilities

  • Engage and supervise children by ensuring safe environment
  • Organizing and serving snacks
  • Supervising homework

  Expectations

  • Demonstrate an ability to develop a rapport with faculty, administrators, students
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask

  
  Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No experience necessary, we will train you!

   

  Working Environment:  

  The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being of students. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside, with the exceptions of outdoor recess.

   

  Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments.
  
  Benefits:
  This is a part-time opportunity without benefits. 

  
  Take the Next Step:

  Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links.  Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com.  Please do not call the school directly.  

  
  Bring Your Whole Self:
  MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision.  We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis.  We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team. 

• Bus Driver

  Title: Bus Driver

   

  The School

  The Miami Valley School (MVS).  Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens.  For almost 60 years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning. Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

   

  The Role

  MVS is seeking a responsible and reliable school bus driver to transport students to field trips and athletic events, while ensuring their safety. The school bus driver’s responsibilities include ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, observing safety and traffic rules, and maintaining order among students while they are on the bus.

   

  The Opportunity

  To be successful as a school bus driver, you should enjoy working with children and strictly observe passenger transport regulations. Ultimately, a top-notch school bus driver should be meticulous when it comes to vehicle inspections and regard passenger safety as the highest priority.

   

  School Bus Driver Responsibilities:

   

  • Being attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensuring passenger safety.
  • Following the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops.
  • Regularly checking vehicle safety such as tires, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc.
  • Monitoring and reporting fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
  • Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies.
  • Responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
  • Inspecting the vehicle thoroughly before and after each trip.
  • Assisting with the loading and unloading of the bus when required.
  • Enforcing conduct and safety rules on the bus.
  • Maintaining a clean vehicle.

  School Bus Driver Requirements:

   

  • High school diploma/GED preferred.
  • CDL license required.
  • Passenger and school bus endorsement required.
  • Clean driving record.
  • Previous experience as a bus driver.
  • Experience working with children is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of first aid procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills.

  NOTE: criminal background check and T8 physical required for hire

   

  Benefits

  As this is a part-time position, there are no traditional benefits.

   

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  Share this opportunity with your network! Learn more about our school by clicking on the embedded links.  Interested and qualified applicants should submit a completed MVS employment application, cover letter, resume, outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com.  Please do not call the school directly.

   

  Bring Your Whole Self

  MVS is committed to the Dayton community and to our mission and vision.  We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and will not discriminate on any basis.  We seek qualified candidates from a myriad of backgrounds to join our dynamic team.

• Substitute Teacher for Grades EC-12

  Position Summary

  The Miami Valley School’s (MVS) mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For over a half-century, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally recognized leader in experience-based learning.

  The Miami Valley School is seeking part-time substitute teachers who are excited about fulfilling our school’s mission and supporting students while full-time faculty are absent. Ideal candidates will be excited about working with students and delivering lessons designed by MVS faculty members. In addition, ideal candidates will have completed a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. While a background in education is preferred, we welcome candidates from a diverse range of employment backgrounds.

  The Miami Valley School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic testing, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

  Interested and qualified candidates should submit a completed MVS employment application and resume outlining your suitability for the position and interest in the mission of the school to lisa.garvic@mvschool.com.  Please do not call the school directly.
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