Chinese Substitute Teacher/Teaching Associate

Paycom; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chinese American International School (CAIS) in San Francisco, CA, seeks part-time Substitute Teacher/Teaching Associates for K–5 with English and Mandarin language emphasis. On-call roles involve following lesson plans, supporting language development, and stepping in when teachers are absent.

Candidates should be prepared to supervise students and uphold the school's culturally responsive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in education or related field or 2+ years teaching experience.
• Experience in education.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience working in and with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential learning support to aid in students' language development.
• Follow Teacher's lesson plans to maintain grade-appropriate curriculum.
• Assist Teaching Associates and potentially teach in the absence of the Teacher.
• Demonstrate professionalism and a positive attitude toward the school and students.
• Supervise children in the classroom, on the playground, and during lunch.
• Create a positive classroom community that respects all students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in education or related field

Job description

# Chinese Substitute Teacher/Teaching AssociateSan Francisco, CA 94132## OverviewSalary Range$27.98 - $39.01 HourlyPosition TypePart Time## Description**The School**The Chinese American International School (CAIS) is an independent, PreK-8th grade school in San Francisco, CA. CAIS was founded in 1981 with an enrollment of just ten students; CAIS now enrolls nearly 550 students from PreK through 8th grade. CAIS's commitment to dual language and dual culture education, international mindedness and diversity of every sort has remained at the core of our vision and educational program. We are proud of our leading role in preparing culturally sensitive, globally literate young people with a high level of proficiency in Chinese for the world that awaits them.**The Position**Substitute Teacher/Teaching Associate. We are looking to fill multiple Substitute openings which are part-time (on-call, as needed) positions. We are looking for both English and Chinese speaking Substitutes, for grades K through 5th grade, who are interested in stepping in as a Teaching Associate or Teacher on an as needed basis.**Main areas of focus and responsibility:*** Provide essential learning support to aid in students’ Chinese language development* Follow Teacher's lesson plans to ensure students are continuing with grade appropriate curriculum.* Assist Teaching Associates in the classroom, while they are taking on the Teacher role, during Teacher's absence --OR- Take on the Teacher role, with the Teaching Associate assisting in the classroom, during the Teacher's absence.* Demonstrate teaching competence, an affirming attitude toward the school, a willingness to accept positive criticism, and a professional demeanor and integrity.* Support the educational program by challenging, supporting and engaging students and meeting academic expectations of the school, discipline, and grade.* Supervise children in the classroom, on the playground, and during lunch.* Create a positive classroom community in which all children feel respected and valued.* Encompass a positive discipline approach in guiding student behavior.* Encourage interest in and knowledge of Chinese culture.* Communicate effectively with teachers and students.* For Chinese Speaking Substitute Only: Use only Chinese language with students. Exceptions are safety, behavior or emotional issues occurring with a child who is not understanding the Chinese teacher instructions.## Qualifications**Qualification:*** Bachelor's Degree (in education or related field) or 2+ years of teaching experience* Experience in education* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills* Experience working in and with diverse communities* Commitment to school mission, policies and initiatives* Technical/Computer skills as required for job performance* Initial and continued tuberculosis clearance & background clearance by DOJ and FBI**Valued but not required qualifications:*** Bilingual: Fluent in both English and Mandarin with native or near native Mandarin proficiency* CPR and First Aid Certification* Experience teaching in diverse communities