Mandarin World Language Teacher – Middle School

Lansingschools; Lansing, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansing School District is seeking a World Language Teacher who can deliver Mandarin Chinese language instruction and foster a safe, inclusive classroom across a diverse urban setting. The role collaborates with families, staff, and students to provide engaging, standards-aligned language experiences throughout the school year.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in language education and alignment with district values; a Michigan world language endorsement is preferred, with urban

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in language education or related field.
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values.
• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate with world language endorsement.
• Previous successful teaching experience in urban settings.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise of specific language and culture.
• Provide world-class instruction.
• Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction.
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions.
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

Urban teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in language education

Job description

Lansing School District is seeking a World Language Teacher who can deliver Mandarin Chinese language instruction and foster a safe, inclusive classroom across a diverse urban setting. The role collaborates with families, staff, and students to provide engaging, standards-aligned language experiences throughout the school year.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in language education and alignment with district values; a Michigan world language endorsement is preferred, with urban