High School Humanities Teacher (Bilingual - Mandarin)

NOVEL PREP; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

NOVEL PREP is seeking a passionate High School Humanities Teacher who is bilingual in Mandarin and English to join our academic team in Cupertino. The ideal candidate will teach English Language Arts and/or Social Studies at the high school level and prepare students for SAT and TOEFL.

You will design engaging, standards-aligned lessons, assess student progress, provide feedback, and collaborate with colleagues to support bilingual learners and foster cross-cultural understanding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, History, Social Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of high school teaching experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is required.
• Experience teaching SAT and/or TOEFL prep is highly preferred.
• Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school English and/or Social Studies to bilingual students.
• Develop standards-aligned lessons supporting language growth.
• Provide targeted SAT/TOEFL preparation instruction.
• Create an inclusive classroom for bilingual learners and global perspectives.
• Assess student progress and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum goals.

Skills

Mandarin

English

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education/English/History or related field

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced High School Humanities Teacher who is bilingual in Mandarin and English to join our academic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in teaching English Language Arts and/or Social Studies at the high school level, and experience in preparing students for standardized exams such as the SAT and TOEFL. This position requires excellent communication skills in both Mandarin and English, a deep understanding of the humanities, and a dedication to fostering critical thinking and cross-cultural awareness in students.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Teach high school-level English and/or Social Studies courses to bilingual students.
• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons that support academic growth and language development.
• Provide targeted preparation for SAT Reading/Writing and/or TOEFL exams, focusing on vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and essay writing.
• Create a culturally inclusive classroom environment that supports bilingual learning and global perspectives.
• Assess student progress regularly and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum goals and share best teaching practices.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and submit progress reports as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Education, English, History, Social Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience at the high school level.
• Bilingual proficiency in Mandarin and English is required.
• Experience teaching SAT and/or TOEFL preparation is highly preferred.
• Strong classroom management, lesson planning, and instructional skills.
• Familiarity with U.S. high school curriculum standards and assessment practices.
• Passionate about education and committed to student success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching credential or certification is a plus.
• Experience with bilingual or international students is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with AP curriculum is a bonus.