Mandarin Chinese Teacher

Springfield Genius Academy is seeking a qualified Lead Mandarin Teacher who is fluent in both Chinese and English to join our team! This position works with children ages 4–7 years old.

As a Lead Mandarin Teacher, you will be responsible for:

• Managing your classroom and guiding Assistant Teachers
• Ensuring the safety, care, and well-being of all children
• Creating engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities

At SGA, we value teachers who demonstrate a genuine love and patience for children. The ideal candidate will be a team player, flexible with scheduling, and maintain a positive, energetic attitude in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Must have either a BA in education or a related field or a valid CDA
• Must have a minimum of 2 years working in a child care or educational setting preferably as a Lead Teacher
• Must be fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English languages
• MUST be able to start work immediately
• Must have or be willing to obtain Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Training
• Must be available to work full-time hours Monday-Friday
• Must be willing to maintain training hours required every year of employment and participate in school training sessions/meetings.

Responsibilities (included, but not limited to)

• Develop and implement a creative lesson plan on a weekly basis that is suitable for children and in the Mandarin Chinese language
• Demonstrate a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, music and movement, etc.) to teach children
• Manage diaper and bathroom schedules for each child's needs
• Observe each child to help them grow and improve their social and emotional awareness, as well as their help build and support their motor skills.
• Organize nap, lunch, and snack hours and supervise children to ensure they are safe at all times
• Track children’s progress and report to parents via our online parent communication portal; ProCare Solutions
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children’s background and needs
• Collaborate with other team members and be open to support and guidance
• Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

Skills

• Proven experience as a Lead Mandarin Teacher in a child care or educational setting
• Excellent understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods
• Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms, as well as state licensing guidelines
• Excellent communication and instructional skills
• Ability to act as a mentor for other teachers and staff
• Friendly and reliable
• Understand the day-to-day changes that take place in a childcare setting
• Feel comfortable and relaxed in a fast paced environment and not become overwhelmed easily

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25