A - I Chinese Teacher

Pacific Rim International School; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Rim International School in San Mateo, CA, seeks an Early Childhood Educator to nurture children aged 3 to 36 months in Nido or Infant Community, applying Montessori principles with sensitivity to multiple languages.

You will lead parent conferences, collaborate with colleagues, and communicate classroom progress while fostering an international school environment and multilingual programming.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent training/experience.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (Traditional Characters).
• AMI Assistants to Infancy certification (AMS considered).
• Deep understanding of Montessori education.

Responsibilities

• Work with children aged 3 to 36 months in Nido or Infant Community.
• Follow the Montessori philosophy in daily activities and pedagogy.
• Lead parent–teacher conferences and communicate progress to families.

Skills

Montessori philosophy

Mandarin Chinese fluency

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education

At least 6 ECE units

AMI Assistants to Infancy certification

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with children (ages 3 to 36 months) in either Nido or Infant Community.
• Follow the Montessori philosophy.
• Lead parent‑teacher conferences.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers in the classroom.
• Willing to work in an environment that uses four different languages (Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, and English).
• Communicate with administration about classroom duties and progress.

Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Physically able to work in an environment with low shelves and tables.
• Needs to be able to kneel, sit on the floor, sit in low chairs, etc.
• Must be able to work with multiple staff and children, under moderate stress levels.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education (equivalent training/experience considered).
• At least 6 ECE units and continuing in courses.
• AMI Assistants to Infancy certification (AMS certifications also considered).
• Deep understanding of Montessori education.
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese (must know Traditional Characters).
• Enthusiastic about working in an international school setting and collaborating with young children.
• First Aid certified is a plus.
• Ability to work and communicate with colleagues.
• Basic computer skills or willingness to learn.
• Attention to detail, organization skills, and problem‑solving skills are desired.