Mandarin Teacher

A school for gifted learners, The Rhoades School has offered a dynamic educational journey of discovery and exploration for students for over 40 years in the Encinitas, CA area. Our culture of support and academic rigor provides a unique atmosphere for teachers to guide intellectually curious, creative, and eager students in new academic challenges and opportunities. Careers at The Rhoades School include early childhood, elementary, and middle school teaching, before and after school activities, summer camp, and administrative roles with the support of our parent company, Spring Education Group.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including:

• Pay range: $60,000 - $65,000
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Student Tuition Discount

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Mandarin Teacher to join our community and work with both preschool and elementary students. This unique, position involves creating an engaging, age-appropriate curriculum for our youngest learners while offering a more advanced, interdisciplinary approach for our elementary students. The ideal candidate will inspire a love for language and culture, support each student’s learning journey, and adapt lessons to foster intellectual curiosity and cultural awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Mandarin language and cultural fundamentals to preschool and elementary students.
• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to preschool and elementary age groups, promoting language acquisition and cross-cultural understanding.
• Create a supportive, inclusive learning environment that encourages students to explore and appreciate Mandarin language and culture.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers to integrate Mandarin language instruction across subjects.
• Utilize formal and informal assessments to monitor student progress and adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Engage regularly with parents to communicate student progress and encourage continued language practice.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in education, language instruction, or a related field
• Prior experience teaching Mandarin to children, especially within both preschool and elementary age groups
• Ability to inspire curiosity and cultural awareness among young learners
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a dynamic split schedule effectively
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks