Mandarin Teaching Assistant

nihao; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life/AD&D insurance

Training & development

401K

Team events

H1B sponsorship

Job summary

NIHAO Chinese is seeking Mandarin Teaching Assistants to join our team. This role offers a path toward a teaching career within a real LAUSD classroom alongside a credentialed teacher.

Many past TAs have advanced to teaching positions within LAUSD, and some may have opportunities to teach as substitutes. Benefits include professional development and a supportive work environment as our programs expand.

Qualifications

• Mandarin fluency in speaking, reading and writing is required.
• Experience with elementary school students (K-5) is preferred.
• Passion for education and creativity in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Help children with class activities.
• Work with teachers to support students with different language backgrounds and skill levels.
• Assist teachers with students' homework and other assignments.
• Manage a small group of students and direct them to complete tasks.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to positive educational experiences for children.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

K-5 experience

Education passion

Initiative

Follow instructions

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's preferred

Job description

About NIHAO Chinese

NIHAO Chinese is a Mandarin Immersion Learning Program focused on building community and supporting overall wellbeing at any age. We work with children ages 2-17 through onsite preschools, after-school programs, school district partnerships, and online classes to help promote a curiosity of learning and support Chinese language development at any level.

NIHAO was founded in 2012 with less than 20 students and has grown to have over 2,000 students go through our language learning program. We are excited to have a new Preschool Coordinator to join our team!

Our NIHAO Team uses our unique learning approach to work with your child to incorporate a blended curriculum consistingof language vocabulary, exploration, sensory integration, and project based learning. Our approach creates young leaders in their own educational journey.

Join Ni Hao Chinese and be part of our exciting journey as we expand our reach and inspire young learners to embrace Mandarin. We believe that language learning should be fun, engaging, and rewarding, and we need imaginative and dedicated professionals like you to help us achieve our mission.

We offer competitive compensation packages and benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

About the role

We are looking for Mandarin Teaching Assistants to join our team. This position is perfect for those looking for a future career as a teacher. As a Mandarin TA, you will be given the chance to work in a real LAUSD classroom with a credentialed teacher. Many of our past TAs have moved on to teaching positions at the LAUSD school district and some of our TAs might be given an opportunity to teach in the classroom as substitute teachers.

What you'll do

• Help children with class activities.
• Work with teachers to help students with different language backgrounds and skill levels.
• Help teachers with students' homework and other assignments.
• Be able to manage a small group of students and direct them to work on their assignments.
• Display enthusiasm, understanding, and commitment to ensure the children’s experiences are positive and underpin their educational lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required (Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred).
• Must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese (speaking, reading and writing)
• Prior experience working with elementary school-aged students (K-5) preferred
• Passionate about education and creative with teaching
• Take initiatives and be able to follow instructions
• Able to evaluate, analyze, and solve problems with children
• Able to multi-task with children and other responsibilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life/AD&D Insurance
• Free Training and Professional Development
• 401K Plan
• Employee Appreciation and Team Building Events
• H1B Visa Sponsorship and future immigration support

Hours and Schedule

• 30 hours per week
• Opportunities for teaching and management responsibilities also available