Assistant Mandarin Teacher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We're seeking a passionate educator who loves working with young children and believes in the power of language immersion. The ideal candidate is energetic, patient, nurturing, and committed to helping children develop a lifelong love of learning while acquiring Mandarin in a natural and engaging way.

The Mandarin Immersion Teacher is responsible for educating, nurturing, and supervising children ages 2 to 6 years old in a Mandarin language immersion environment. This role is instrumental in fostering children's language development, social-emotional growth, and school readiness through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.

The teacher will implement the Crossing Borders Immersion Curriculum while creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore. Native-level fluency in Mandarin is required to provide a consistent and authentic language immersion experience.

This position may also assist with the supervision of children during before-school and after-school programs as needed.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality Mandarin language immersion experience in accordance with the Crossing Borders curriculum and teaching philosophy.
• Foster children's language acquisition through interactive play, songs, storytelling, hands-on activities, and daily routines conducted in Mandarin.
• Create and maintain a warm, welcoming, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment that supports each child's individual growth.
• Develop and implement weekly lesson plans aligned with curriculum goals and children's developmental needs.
• Observe, assess, and document children's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones.
• Adapt teaching strategies and classroom activities to accommodate varying developmental levels, learning styles, and interests.
• Promote children's social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development through positive guidance and age-appropriate practices.
• Supervise and assist children with daily care routines, including meals, rest time, diapering, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and engaging learning environment, including classroom materials and supplies.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues through ongoing communication and collaboration.
• Conduct parent conferences and communicate children's progress, achievements, and developmental needs.
• Support children's transitions between classrooms and developmental stages.
• Follow all licensing regulations, health and safety procedures, emergency protocols, and center policies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Teacher Aides and support staff as assigned.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Assist with the training and onboarding of new team members when needed.
• Supervise children during before-school and after-school activities as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the successful operation of the program.
• Maintain flexibility in scheduling based on program and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese required.
• Experience working with toddlers and preschool-aged children (ages 2-6) preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Ability to create a positive, engaging, and language-rich learning environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and team members.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification as required.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements for early childhood educators.

Please note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change as business needs evolve.