Mandarin Teacher - IGCSE

St. John's International Edu Group Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John's International School in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is seeking a Mandarin language teacher to deliver engaging lessons aligned with our curriculum and learning objectives.

You will develop students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, prepare materials, assessments, and integrate Chinese culture into engaging activities while maintaining a positive classroom environment. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Chinese language/education and a recognised teaching

Qualifications

• Mandarin language skills: fluent speaking and writing, able to read and write Chinese characters.
• Strong English communication skills, both spoken and written.
• Bachelor's degree in Chinese language/education or related field; teaching qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Mandarin lessons aligned with curriculum and objectives.
• Develop students' listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills in Mandarin.
• Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, worksheets, presentations, and assessments.
• Teach Chinese vocabulary, grammar, sentence structures, pronunciation and characters.
• Incorporate interactive activities, storytelling, role-play and multimedia resources to engage students.
• Adapt teaching methods for varied Mandarin proficiency levels and provide extra support as needed.
• Assess student progress through classwork, assignments, tests and exams.
• Provide constructive feedback and integrate Chinese culture into lessons.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment and strong safeguarding practices.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chinese Language/Education

Job description

Key responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging Mandarin lessons aligned with the school's curriculum and learning objectives.

Develop students' proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Mandarin.

Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, worksheets, presentations, and assessments.

Teach Chinese vocabulary, grammar, sentence structures, pronunciation, and Chinese characters.

Incorporate interactive activities, games, storytelling, role-play, and multimedia resources to enhance student engagement.

Adapt teaching strategies and materials to accommodate students with different Mandarin proficiency levels, including beginners and more advanced learners.

Assess students' learning progress through classwork, assignments, oral presentations, tests, and examinations.

Provide constructive feedback and additional support to students who require assistance.

Integrate Chinese culture, traditions, and relevant cultural activities into lessons where appropriate.

Maintain effective classroom management and promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

About you

Bachelor's degree in Chinese Language, Chinese Studies, Chinese Language Education, Education, or a relevant field.

A recognised teaching qualification, such as a Bachelor of Education, PGCE, teaching diploma, or equivalent, is preferred.

Strong proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin, including the ability to read and write Chinese characters.

Good spoken and written English communication skills.

Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Experience teaching Mandarin in an international school or multicultural learning environment is an advantage.

Ability to teach students with different levels of Mandarin proficiency.

Strong lesson-planning, classroom management, communication, and student assessment skills.

Passion for language teaching and student development.

Commitment to student safeguarding, professional ethics, and continuous professional development.

About us

St. John's International School is an international school located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

ST. JOHN’S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SJIS), offers international curriculum based on the highly valued British curriculum, leading towards excellence in the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE, UK). SJIS recognises and rewards excellence - to bring out the best in our students and to motivate our employees into exceeding their own expectations.

An opportunity to contribute to students' language development in an international school environment.

• A collaborative and supportive academic team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.