Language Teacher - Chinese

German European School Manila; Parañaque; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

German European School Manila is seeking a Mandarin Language Teacher to plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate Mandarin Chinese lessons to students in an on-site, face-to-face school setting. The teacher will support students in developing their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while fostering an appreciation and understanding of Chinese language and culture.

The role emphasizes native or near-native Mandarin proficiency, strong classroom management, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• Native Mandarin speakers or equivalent fluency.
• Strong Mandarin speaking and writing abilities.
• Degree in Chinese language, education, linguistics, or related field preferred.
• Teaching qualification or experience is a plus.
• Experience teaching children or school-aged students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered Mandarin Chinese lessons.
• Provide on-site, face-to-face instruction to students.
• Adapt teaching strategies to different ages and learning levels.
• Develop lesson plans, activities, and learning materials.
• Assess and monitor progress; give constructive feedback.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Incorporate Chinese culture and real-life language use into lessons.
• Maintain classroom management and student engagement.
• Communicate with school staff about student progress.
• Participate in school activities, meetings, and events as required.
• Maintain records of attendance and progress.
• Perform other teaching duties as assigned.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chinese Language or Education

Job description

The Chinese Language Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate Mandarin Chinese lessons to students in an on-site, face-to-face school setting. The teacher will support students in developing their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while fostering an appreciation and understanding of Chinese language and culture.

Tasks

• Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered Mandarin Chinese lessons.
• Provide on-site, face-to-face instruction to students.
• Adapt teaching strategies and materials to accommodate different ages, abilities, and learning levels.
• Develop appropriate lesson plans, activities, exercises, and learning materials.
• Assess and monitor students’ progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
• Incorporate Chinese culture, traditions, and real-life language use into lessons where appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management and student engagement.
• Communicate professionally with school staff regarding students’ learning and progress.
• Participate in relevant school activities, meetings, and events as required.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, assessment, and student progress.
• Perform other teaching-related duties as reasonably assigned by the school.

Requirements

• Native Mandarin Chinese speaker or equivalent level of fluency.
• Excellent spoken and written Mandarin Chinese.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Language, Education, Linguistics, or a related field preferred.
• Teaching qualification, certification, or relevant teaching experience is an advantage.
• Previous experience teaching children or school-aged students preferred.Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to prepare engaging and age-appropriate lessons.
• Patient, enthusiastic, adaptable, and student-oriented.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff.
• Willingness and ability to teach on-site and face-to-face in a school setting.