Mandarin Elementary Teacher for 2026-27

Terra Marin; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Terra Marin, located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, is seeking a passionate Mandarin Teacher dedicated to fostering intellectual inquiry and student engagement. The ideal candidate will collaborate within a supportive community of educators, demonstrating professionalism and commitment to the school’s mission.

The role includes responsibilities such as developing classroom atmosphere, engaging in self-reflection, and continuing professional development. Qualifications include strong interpersonal skills, the ability to collaborate effectively, and ideally a Bachelor's degree in Education.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working with young people.
• Desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and act in accordance with the school’s mission.
• Plan and prepare for instruction effectively.
• Develop a classroom atmosphere focused on inquiry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Sense of humor

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Overview

Terra San Francisco School (TSFS) is a progressive Preschool-8th grade school that seeks to constructively and positively contribute to the personal and intellectual growth of our students. We are committed to exposing our students to a challenging, innovative curriculum in a collaborative, supportive community.

Teachers are the heart of our community. Teachers will mirror and model the core values of our school by fostering their own curiosity, critical thinking, intentionality, open dialogue, and good humor. Our teachers will seek to recognize and honor the gifts each student brings to the table. Students strive to continually challenge themselves to new levels of mastery and our teachers guide our students in their journey to be engaged learners, self-advocates, and stewards of our natural environment.

TMS Fast Facts

• Independent, co-educational school
• Unique to our Program: Two Days every week, students and teachers will spend a day outdoors in nature that is led by a Nature Guide.
• Located in scenic Mill Valley just north of the Golden Gate Bridge by San Francisco

TMS recently on the News

Marin IJ article on TMS https://www.marinij.com/2020/07/20/mill-valley-school-parlays-outdoors-for-classroom-coronavirus-safety/

NBC Bay Area News Interview: https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/keeping-up-in-the-classroom/thinking-outside-as-pandemic-persists-schools-look-to-the-great-outdoors-as-a-classroom/2338989/

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of Mandarin Teacher

• Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values
• Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction
• Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement
• Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices
• Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion
• Appropriately carry out specific responsibilities as designated by the division (eg. duties)
• Honor the confidentiality of school and student information
• Communicate effectively with co-lead, students, families, and colleagues
• Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, PD opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors

Qualification Requirements

• A passion for working with young people
• A desire to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers
• An openness to professional development and continuous learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A pleasant approach to work and, ideally, a sense of humor
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or other Advanced degrees in Education and content area a plus, but not required.
• Experience in reading and phonics instruction, differentiated learning, backward planning, and creating performance assessments.
• Experience using the Project-Based Learning methodology
• Responsive Classroom Training
• 2-7 years of grade-level experience