Mandarin Chinese After School Teacher

Job Description

About Us:

The Argonne Chinese After School Program at Argonne elementary school in the San Francisco Richmond District was founded and established by parents in 1999. The program provides the school community grades K-5 with an opportunity to learn the Chinese language (Mandarin) and culture.

About the job

The Argonne Chinese After School Program is currently seeking a part-time (MTThF 1:30-5:30 pm and W 12:30-5:30 pm) instructor who loves education and enjoys working with children in grades K-5. Instructors will take initiative in providing a safe and educational classroom environment that encourages students to explore, create and learn Mandarin Chinese and Chinese culture.

Salary: Starting at $25/hour, negotiable upon experience

Responsibilities:

Plan and teach Mandarin using program guidelines and curriculum for students at different levels

Design and/or lead enrichment experiences that may include art projects, songs, games, and dances

Collaborate with other teachers in the program

Participate in cleaning and maintaining the facilities and equipment

Participate in yard duty responsibilities

Reinforces rules to ensure the safety of youth during program

Qualifications and skills:

Dynamic, innovative, reliable and experienced educator

Have 3-5 years experience working with students ages from 5-12 year old

Must speak, read and write fluently in Chinese (Mandarin)

Must be able to write and teach simplified Chinese

Great team player and fast learner with positive energy and enthusiasm in teaching

Demonstrates creativity and resourcefulness

Demonstrates willingness to improve through professional development and training

Demonstrates the ability to organize learning activities for students to develop and strengthen their knowledge of Chinese culture

Must clear Background Check and have a negative TB test

Must work in the July and during the SFUSD academic school year.

Part-time