Mandarin Teacher — Advanced Upper School (Temporary)

AACTE; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth

Company 50% match retirement

Medical/dental/vision insurance

FSA option

Student tuition remission

Job summary

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Upper School is seeking a Mandarin Teacher for immediate hire. The role involves delivering high-level Mandarin instruction, developing creative lessons, and collaborating with other BASIS Independent teachers to create a rigorous, inclusive learning culture. The position is temporary with an anticipated end date of October 23, 2026.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in the subject area; master’s or Ph.D. is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the subject area; education coursework not required.
• Master's or Ph.D. preferred; high GPA, strong recommendations, openness to new ideas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Mandarin lessons and deliver higher-level instruction.
• Collaborate with BASIS Independent teachers to foster a strong learning community.
• Tutor students to advance content knowledge and academic trajectory.
• Manage student behavior to support achievement and responsibility.

Skills

Mandarin content knowledge

Differentiate instruction

Positive classroom community

Strong communication

Feedback & growth mindset

Creative teaching strategies

Collaborative

Work ethic

Education

Bachelor's degree in subject

Master's or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Upper School is seeking a Mandarin Teacher for immediate hire. The role involves delivering high-level Mandarin instruction, developing creative lessons, and collaborating with other BASIS Independent teachers to create a rigorous, inclusive learning culture. The position is temporary with an anticipated end date of October 23, 2026.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in the subject area; master’s or Ph.D. is preferred.