IB Chinese Lead Teacher (Grades 1-5) – Immersion & Inquiry

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a Chinese Lead Teacher for grades 1-5 to guide students through an immersive IB PYP Chinese language program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, design and delivery of transdisciplinary units, and ongoing alignment with IB standards and school priorities. Ideal candidates are passionate about Chinese immersion and inquiry-based learning in a diverse, global-minded school community.

Responsibilities

• Implement grade appropriate IB PYP curriculum (Chinese literacy, Social Studies, Math, and Science)
• Lead the implementation of the IB units of inquiry through Chinese language, ensuring alignment with programme standards and school priorities.
• Design, plan, and deliver transdisciplinary units that integrate Chinese learning within the IB framework.
• Ensure a focus on conceptual understanding to support students in developing, extending, and transferring their ideas across contexts.
• Utilize current IB resources and guidance, and regularly review and refine the implementation of the Chinese programme based on IB expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to design, plan, assess, and moderate learning experiences within the IB programme.
• Use local and global contexts to establish relevance and authenticity in Chinese learning experiences.

Job description

Washington Yu Ying Public Charter School in Washington, DC is seeking a Chinese Lead Teacher for grades 1-5 to guide students through an immersive IB PYP Chinese language program.

The role emphasizes collaboration with colleagues, design and delivery of transdisciplinary units, and ongoing alignment with IB standards and school priorities. Ideal candidates are passionate about Chinese immersion and inquiry-based learning in a diverse, global-minded school community.