Mandarin Teacher, Upper School — Temporary

AACTE; San Jose, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Retirement options with employer match

Medical, dental, vision

FSA option

Tuition remission

Job summary

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Upper School is seeking a Mandarin teacher for immediate hire to deliver high-level Mandarin instruction within BASIS Curriculum. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and a culture that challenges diverse perspectives in an academically rigorous environment. The position is temporary with an anticipated end date of October 23, 2026.

A bachelor’s degree in the subject area is required; a master’s or Ph.D. is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the subject area.
• Experience in education is not required.
• Strong communication with students, colleagues, and parents.
• Open to feedback and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare subject-specific Mandarin lessons.
• Provide high-level instruction beyond grade standards in an interactive setting.
• Design effective lessons and assessments to ensure international competitiveness.
• Collaborate with BASIS Independent teachers to foster a professional community.
• Tutor students to heighten academic trajectory.
• Manage student behavior to promote achievement and responsibility.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Collaboration

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in subject area

Master's or PhD (preferred)

Job description

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley Upper School is seeking a Mandarin teacher for immediate hire to deliver high-level Mandarin instruction within BASIS Curriculum. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and a culture that challenges diverse perspectives in an academically rigorous environment. The position is temporary with an anticipated end date of October 23, 2026.

A bachelor’s degree in the subject area is required; a master’s or Ph.D. is preferred.