Mandarin Curriculum Lead – Indonesia Launch & Training

MatchaTalent; Kota Medan ᯔᯩᯑᯉ᯲; On-site; IDR 420,000,000 - 640,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is seeking a Mandarin Curriculum Manager to lead localization, adaptation, and implementation of a new Mandarin program in Indonesia. You will work with regional materials, tailor them to Indonesian learners, and ensure alignment with international standards.

You will organize teacher training, conduct classroom observations, and provide coaching to ensure high-quality instruction across centers, ahead of the January 2027 launch. Strong Mandarin and English skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mandarin Education or related field.
• HSK Level 5 or equivalent Mandarin proficiency; strong reading, writing, speaking and listening.
• Minimum 5 years in curriculum development, Mandarin education, academic management or related field.
• At least 3 years in strategic, senior, or managerial academic role.
• Direct experience teaching Mandarin or developing Mandarin curriculum for children.
• Strong understanding of child pedagogy and second-language acquisition.
• Experience in teacher training and quality assurance is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

• Localize, review, and adapt Mandarin curriculum, lesson plans, and assessment tools for Indonesian learners.
• Develop age-appropriate worksheets and teaching materials aligned with objectives.
• Conduct curriculum research and recommend improvements based on trends and pedagogy.
• Ensure materials suit different age groups and learning levels.
• Plan and deliver teacher training programs and workshops.
• Conduct classroom observations and center visits to evaluate teaching quality.
• Provide coaching to improve effectiveness and outcomes.
• Monitor consistency with international standards across centers.
• Collaborate with regional stakeholders to support program launch readiness.
• Gather feedback to identify curriculum improvements and prepare documentation.

Skills

Curriculum localization

Teacher training

Project management

Stakeholder management

Bilingual Mandarin/English

Academic quality assurance

Curriculum development

Observation & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mandarin Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

MatchaTalent is seeking a Mandarin Curriculum Manager to lead localization, adaptation, and implementation of a new Mandarin program in Indonesia. You will work with regional materials, tailor them to Indonesian learners, and ensure alignment with international standards.

You will organize teacher training, conduct classroom observations, and provide coaching to ensure high-quality instruction across centers, ahead of the January 2027 launch. Strong Mandarin and English skills are essential.