Middle School & High School Mandarin Teacher (Part-Time)

About the role

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan’s Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation. Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff. Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student’s evolving needs, interests, and abilities. Dalton challenges each student to develop intellectual independence, creativity, curiosity, and a sense of responsibility toward others both within the School and in the broader community.

We are seeking a cross divisional (MS/HS, 5th–12th grades) Mandarin teacher for the 2026–2027 academic year to join a passionate and dedicated language department. The Dalton Mandarin program fosters strong levels of proficiency in our Mandarin students. Through content-rich thematic units, Mandarin learners at Dalton interact with language, culture, and content in every lesson. We are committed to ongoing curricular and pedagogical belonging & inclusive work, and we seek a candidate who shares that commitment and who can contribute to our efforts. We engage in opportunities for professional growth and encourage reflection on our own practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach 2 courses (MS and/or HS grade levels)
• Design engaging curricula and lesson plans, working with others in the department
• Engage actively in departmental and school-wide community engagement and belonging efforts
• Work one-on-one with students daily for support and enrichment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree preferred
• Minimum of three years relevant teaching experience; middle and high school teaching strongly preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive practices, with respect to pedagogy, curriculum, literary interests, and/or community engagement
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both Mandarin and English
• Facility with relevant educational technologies

Preferred

• Experience teaching MS/HS Mandarin
• Language teaching/methodology training
• Understanding of ACTFL standards and proficiency guidelines
• Native-like proficiency in Mandarin
• Enjoyment of teaching Middle School students as young as 4th grade and High School students up to 12th grade

Salary

Salary Range: $32,000 – $71,000. The position on the scale will be based on years of teaching experience and education.

Exemption Status: Exempt