Mandarin Teacher (Part-time)

Summary The Mandarin teacher will instruct in the language and cultures of Mandarin.
The teacher will create and maintain a strong program (in conjunction with the other Mandarin teacher) and a positive learning environment; establish effective rapport with students and parents; strive to understand the students both developmentally and academically.
We want supportive faculty who are lifelong learners and model that for our students.
Our educators are expected to engage in on-going professional development, be open to interdisciplinary opportunities, and actively help further our school's mission and strategic initiatives of community and inclusion.
Essential Functions Identifies clear learning and teaching objectives for producing strong, age-appropriate lessons (ranges from 5th and 6th grade) that cover a wide range of language skills.
Ensures objectives are met through effective teaching, high expectations, and sound learning in an inclusive, engaging classroom environment.
Sets high expectations for student learning, motivation, and production of the language.
Sets clear targets for students’ learning, builds on prior attainment, and ensures students are always aware of all requirements.
Provides students with feedback, encouragement, and support.
Consistently assesses student achievement through formal and informal assessments.
Has strong classroom management skills for effectively monitoring student behavior and interactions.
Helps support our school mission by being a positive role model and demonstrates professional, ethical, and responsible behavior.
Provides an enthusiastic and stimulating learning experience that uses a variety of teaching methods and strategies that help cultivate mastery of the language.
Improves their teaching performance through continued professional development.
Will join a national or state professional organization related to World Languages (Mandarin).
Attends and participates in faculty meetings, serves on committees as required, and is attentive to other assignments deemed necessary by the head of school or department head.
Establishes and maintains a professional relationship and open lines of communication, with students, parents, colleagues, and community members.
Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Degree preferably in Mandarin or can demonstrate native-like fluency and mastery of the language.
Ideally has an education background with knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Prepared to teach age-appropriate classes for 5th-12th grade, drawing on educational psychology and sound pedagogy.
Demonstrates flexibility, organization, decision making and problem-solving skills.
Has strong communication (verbal and written), public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Able to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and coordinate the work of students.
Instructs students, while managing their behavior, during classes and class related activities.
Knowledge of effective classroom management strategies is a must.
Experience using a variety of technology tools related to teaching and language learning.
Proficiency using programs such as Microsoft Suite and learning management systems.
Experience teaching language classes preferred.
Working Environment and Physical Demands Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employee experiences constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines.
The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud.
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.
In-person attendance necessary to provide an effective level of performance during regular school hours.
There are some required commitments outside of regular school hours as needed, including evening and weekend commitments, as well as accompanying students on various experiential activities throughout the year.
Physical Demands: 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 of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be requested to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Physical requirements are consistent with light physical duties required of teachers generally.
In-person attendance necessary to provide an effective level of performance during regular school hours.
Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.
They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.