Chinese Summer Camp Teacher

Concordia College; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Chinese Language Summer Camp Teacher for a seasonal position. This role involves planning and teaching language classes while fostering a fun and engaging environment for children. You'll live in a cabin with campers, leading activities and ensuring a safe space. If you enjoy outdoor adventures and making global connections, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to creating immersive experiences that bring language and culture to life in the beautiful North Woods of Minnesota. Make a difference this summer by sharing your love for language with the next generation!

Benefits

Free Meals

Free Lodging

Tuition Discount for your child at camp

J-1 Exchange Visitor visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in education or language.
• Experience teaching the target language and culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, teach, and assess language classes for children.
• Supervise and interact with students during meals and activities.
• Maintain accurate grade records and communicate with the Credit Facilitator.

Skills

Conversational proficiency in Chinese

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Maturity and good judgment

Ability to manage children

Education

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent

Job description

Chinese Language Summer Camp Teacher (2025)

Concordia is fully committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment decisions in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, for all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status or membership or activity in a local human rights commission. Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the Director, Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, Lorentzsen Hall, Room 150, (Phone) 218-299-3339.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in the recruitment process for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you find our online application system difficult or need assistance to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail] or 218-299-3339.

Posting Information

Position Title: Chinese Language Summer Camp Teacher (2025)
Position Type: CLV Seasonal - Summer
Employment Status: Seasonal
Number of Months: 2
General Employment Period: July – August
General Work Schedule: Up to seven days per week
General shift hours: 14 – 16 hours per day, plus overnight residential supervision responsibilities
Minimum Salary: starting at $520 per week

Job Summary/Basic Function

Under the direction of the Credit Facilitator, you will plan, teach and assess language classes in the target language. This opportunity is for you if you love being outdoors, making friends from all over the world and working with children. Join us this summer!

You will:

• Maintain accurate grade records, complete mid session progress reports and final evaluations.
• Maintain communication with the Credit Facilitator on the progress of all credit participants in their classes and elective courses.
• Live in a cabin with children (“villagers”), as part of a counseling team, to provide supervision.
• Assist with light cleaning of the Village site (including cabins, bathrooms, activity areas, etc.) with villagers and counseling team to ensure a safe, hygienic space for everyone.
• Lead games, Cabin Council and other activities to create a cabin community.
• Supervise and interact with students during meals.
• Assist with other aspects of Village life, including cultural presentations and activity periods.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the dean and leadership staff.

Your skills and abilities:

• Conversational and written proficiency in target language
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to model those for younger children
• Demonstrates maturity & good judgment
• Enjoy interacting with and managing children
• Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing situations

Perks:

• Free Meals
• Free Lodging
• Tuition Discount for your child at camp
• J-1 Exchange Visitor visa sponsorship for international applicants

About Concordia Language Villages:

Named one of Minnesota’s Best Summer Camps by Star Tribune readers for three years in a row, we bring language alive at Concordia Language Villages! In the beautiful North Woods of Minnesota, we create a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. At the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the culture each was designed to represent. That’s where you come in! Our dedicated staff is essential to creating the unique, immersive experience our participants have come to love. Share your passion for language and culture with the next generation and beyond by joining us at one (or more) of 14 Language Villages.

If you’d like more information on this job posting, please contact [e-mail].

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent
• Experience teaching the target language and culture
• Hands-on experience working with adolescents aged 14-18

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Concordia Language Villages or summer camp experience
• Teaching licensure
• Experience as a teacher in the target language

Position Opening Date: 12/15/2024
Position Closing Date: 08/11/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Screening Begins: 01/03/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Contingencies: Background Check

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Document
• Transcripts
• List of References
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Licensure
• Certification
• Training

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Concordia College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action college.