Chinese Teacher (PreK-8th Grade Roles)

About the Role

Instruction and learning provided in English and Chinese. This posting is for a position during the 2026-2027 school year and would start immediately.

Must-Haves

• Continuously reflects, grows, and develops professional practice
• Believes in the capacity of each child to achieve at high levels
• Cultivates a collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused culture
• Approaches all situations with an asset-based and growth mindset
• Develops and uses effective organization systems
• Communicates in a proactive, timely, and effective manner

Minimum Qualifications

• Language Proficiency: Near-native fluency in both spoken and written English and Chinese.
• Teaching Certification: Possession of a valid teaching license in Missouri or another U.S. state, or eligibility to teach in the country where the teacher received their professional training. Acceptable certifications include: Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, Middle School Education, High School Education.
• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Education, Literacy, Language, or a closely related field. Master's degree and above is preferred.

Nice-to-Haves

• Teaching experience in K-8 classroom
• Strong data tracking and interpretation habits
• Solid understanding of academic and behavioral strategies for students with various needs
• Knowledge of best practices when working with language learners

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in core content areas (literacy, math, science, etc.) to PreK-8th grade students, depending on grade level assigned, in target language and English
• Ensures safety of students by providing active supervision
• Builds strong relationships based on mutual respect across dimensions of difference with students, families, and all stakeholders
• Provides appropriate, research-based scaffolds and differentiates instruction
• Develops and uses an effective classroom culture plan
• Collects and analyzes data, and uses it to drive decisions
• Prepares and implements daily lessons aligned to the curriculum
• Provides high-quality and consistent input in the language of instruction per the dual language model

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary for this position is competitive and ranges from $46,966 - $66,166. Our salaries are well-above market rate: SLLIS salaries are higher than 97% of public schools in Missouri. Your salary would be based on the highest postsecondary degree you have obtained and the number of years of experience you have.

SLLIS also offers the following:

• FREE comprehensive health care package (medical, dental, vision, short term disability and life insurance)
• Low cost buy-up plan available too!
• College tuition rewards program for dependents
• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
• Retirement contributions of 14.5% of annual salary and optional 403b
• Supply reimbursements and a staff laptop to use
• 12 PTO days per year, plus no work in June or July!
• Other paid time off includes: one week for Thanksgiving break, two weeks for winter break, one week off for Spring break, and all major U.S. holidays. This averages 25 days per year.
• Paid parental leave for new parents
• Individualized coaching and support
• Leadership opportunities to help staff meet their career goals

Application Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Not all applicants will receive an interview for the position, but all applications will be thoroughly reviewed. SLLIS has a multi-stage hiring process which includes a one-way virtual interview with our Talent Committee, and a final interview with our administration team.