Head of School Message

Welcome to the International School of Sosúa
It is a true pleasure to welcome you to the International School of Sosúa (ISSOSUA).
We are a close-knit, vibrant international community of over 250 students representing more than 25 nationalities. At ISSOSUA, we are committed to nurturing globally minded leaders—young people who are not only academically prepared for the world that awaits them, but also deeply grounded in empathy, respect, and a strong sense of social responsibility.
Whether you are exploring our school as a prospective family or educator, or you’re already part of the ISSOSUA Hurricane family, we invite you to explore this site and stay engaged. You’ll find the resources, stories, and updates that reflect the heart of our school.
And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay connected to our day-to-day celebrations, student successes, and community events.
At ISSOSUA, we don’t just learn together—we grow, lead, and thrive together.
​Hurricanes - a force to be reckoned with!

Jorge Ruiz - Head of School

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Our staff consists of 6 administrators, 37 teachers and instructional assistants, and 21 support staff members; ​from the Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ghana, Great Britain, Haiti, Peru, Poland, Spain, and the United States of America. Teachers hired are familiar and continuously trained with standards-based grading practices, Common Core Standards, supportive of the school’s vision, and are able to provide clear background checks. 

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Leadership Team

Leticia Zorrilla, MEd
Learning Support Specialist Coordinator
[email protected]

Carla Marcelino, MEd
​Early Childhood & Primary Principal
[email protected]

Ryan Bunker, MEd
​Secondary Principal
r.bunker@issosua.com

Pamela Polanco
Guidance Counselor & Psychologist
[email protected]

Tracey Lantz
Data & Curriculum Coordinator
tracey.lantz@issosua.com

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Early Childhood

Infant - Febe Vargas
Nursery - Wanda Ventura, M.Ed
Pre-Kinder - Marie Steiner, M.Ed

Specialty

Music - Juan Guivin
Arts - Yelin Rodriguez
Phys Ed - Vojt Lulewicz, M.Ed
Librarian - Fiona Green, M.Sc

Primary School

Kinder - Ashley Saunders
1st grade - Melanie Woo
2nd grade - Chrissy Wastell
3rd grade - Daniela Naut
4th grade - Leandro Silverio
5th grade - ​Karla Luna
Spanish - Legisel Perez, M.Ed
​Sociales - Elba de la Rosa, M.Ed

Middle School

Literature - Idaisa Rodríguez
History - Marcelo Fernandes
Science - Anyelis Brito
Math - Emmanuel Nuñez, M.Ed
Spanish - Danilka Guzman, M.Ed
Sociales - Milka Morel, M.Ed

High School

Literature - Joseph Etienne
History - Lincoln Sampong, PhD
Science - Federico Robledo, M.Ed.
Math - Pedro Reyes
Spanish - Ramon Gil, M.Ed
Sociales - Oscar Zazo, M.Ed

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Interested in being an ISSOSUA Hurricane?

The International School of Sosua employs dynamic, positive and certified educators. We are currently seeking qualified teachers for the 2026-2027 academic school year (August 2026 start). All positions require participation in professional learning communities to promote shared leadership, collaborative learning, and professional development; as well as the Stronge & Associates Teacher Performance Evaluation System for International Schools.

• Secondary Mathematics: Mathematics for 6th-8th, including Algebra I. You’ll guide students through challenging content using project-based learning, real-world applications, and tech-integrated strategies that prepare them for the world ahead.
• Primary Humanities: You’ll guide students in developing strong reading, writing, critical thinking, and communication skills through inquiry-based learning, cross-curricular projects, and meaningful discussions that connect literature, history, and social studies to the world around them.
  

General Requirements for ISSOSUA:​​

• Fluent English and Spanish are preferred to apply. 

• Teacher certification and/or credit hours in subject-area applying for. 
• ​Candidates willing to learn, strive for student-centered environments, differentiation, and inquiry/project-based learning.

​If you are interested in joining our team, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].