Middle And High School Mandarin Teacher

About the role

The First Academy is seeking a dedicated Middle and Upper School Mandarin Chinese Teacher to guide students through the intricate beauty of the Chinese language and its rich cultural heritage.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the use of Pinyin as a bridge to character recognition and ensure students master the tonal nuances of the spoken language.
• Guide students through the transition from phonetic systems to reading and writing complex Chinese characters without the aid of Pinyin.
• Develop student proficiency across the three AP modes—interpersonal (conversation), interpretive (comprehension), and presentational (speaking/writing for an audience).
• Weave historical and modern Chinese cultural contexts into daily lessons to provide a rich frame of reference for language use.
• Mentor students in Mandarin IV Honors to observe and prepare for the rigorous demands of the Collegeboard’s AP Program.

Requirements

• Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A Master's degree in Education or the specific subject area is preferred.
• Degree emphasis in the area of instruction or a directly related field is strongly preferred.
• Possess solid, professional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, including efficient time management, meticulous record-keeping, and the ability to finish tasks in a timely manner and manage multiple classroom responsibilities simultaneously.
• Proven ability to effectively partner and collaborate with colleagues, administration, and parents to support the holistic development of students.
• Hold or be eligible to obtain a valid teaching certificate: Licensure by a regional accreditation agency (e.g., ACSI) is highly preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience in the subject area is recommended.
• Possess demonstrated expertise and ability to manage, instruct, and motivate students, or provide equivalent proven subject expertise through related professional work experience.

Qualifications

• Living as a Christ Follower
• Statement of Doctrinal Beliefs: Affirm and sign the school's Statement of Doctrinal Beliefs, demonstrating belief in core Christian doctrines and acknowledging that their growing relationship with Jesus Christ shapes their worldview, decisions, and purpose (Matthew 16:24).
• Personal Commitment: Possess a verifiable, active personal relationship with Jesus Christ, evident in their words, actions, gratitude, and dedication to their work.
• Active Church Involvement: Maintain active, consistent membership and involvement in a local, evangelical, Bible-believing church, prioritizing spiritual growth as foundational to ministry.
• Lifestyle Standards: Agree to uphold a Christian lifestyle both on and off campus, modeling Christ-like virtues, seeking and following the Holy Spirit's guidance, and relying on God's grace to persevere.
• Model the Life of a Prayer Warrior
• Biblical Integration: Weave a biblical worldview into all subject areas, consistently integrating biblical principles and demonstrating how Christian faith is relevant across the curriculum.
• Role Model: Exhibit Christian virtues such as patience, kindness, and integrity in all interactions, serving as a living example to students, colleagues, and families.
• Embrace the Walk of a Servant Leader
• Discipline Based on Biblical Principles: Implement classroom management and discipline rooted in biblical concepts, promoting self-discipline, character development, and spiritual growth.
• Be a Strong Relationship Builder
• Parent Collaboration: Respect the role of parents in their children’s education, communicating regularly and partnering with them with humility and love regarding student progress and well-being.
• Mentoring and Support: Intentionally build relationships with all in their sphere of influence, serving as a student-centered partner who guides with compassion and seeks mutual understanding (Hebrews 10:24−25).
• Conflict Resolution: Address and resolve conflicts with students, parents, or staff according to biblical principles (e.g., the Matthew 18 model) and TFA’s Conflict Resolution Policy.
• Bless others as a Faithful Encourager and Grateful Communicator
• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Such as Canvas or Google Classroom
• Productivity Suites: Including Google Suite for Education and/or Apple iWork Suite
• Hardware/Equipment: Expertise in operating devices such as MacBooks, iPads, and Interactive Whiteboards, or similar classroom presentation technologies.

Skills

• Instructional Technology
• Teaching Experience

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD