Immersive Chinese Summer Camp Teacher (Credit)

Concordia College; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided during residential-

Meals provided during residential-

Paid training and orientation

Tuition discounts for children

Professional development opportunities

J-1 visa sponsorship

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, MN, is seeking a Summer Camp Credit Teacher to teach language classes and oversee immersive cultural experiences, earning high school credit for participants.

You will work with Village leadership to plan lessons, assess progress, and supervise students in a residential setting during Summer 2027. Housing is provided and you’ll engage in daily village life, activities, and language immersion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent required.
• Experience teaching the target language and culture is required.
• Hands-on experience working with adolescents aged 14-18.
• Preferred: Concordia Language Villages or summer camp experience.
• Teaching licensure is preferred.
• Experience as a teacher in the target language is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate grade records, mid-session progress reports, and final evaluations.
• Communicate with the Credit Facilitator on progress of all credit participants in classes and electives.
• Live in a cabin with children as part of a counseling team to supervise villagers.
• Lead games, Cabin Council and other activities to build cabin community.
• Supervise and interact with students during meals.
• Assist with other Village life aspects, including cultural presentations and activity periods.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the dean and leadership staff.

Skills

Target language proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Maturity and judgment

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or international equivalent

Experience teaching target language and culture

Experience with adolescents aged 14-18

Job description

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, MN, is seeking a Summer Camp Credit Teacher to teach language classes and oversee immersive cultural experiences, earning high school credit for participants.

You will work with Village leadership to plan lessons, assess progress, and supervise students in a residential setting during Summer 2027. Housing is provided and you’ll engage in daily village life, activities, and language immersion.