Middle School Mandarin Language Elective Teacher

Lansingschools; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lansing School District is seeking a Mandarin Chinese World Language Teacher to deliver high-quality instruction across PreK-12 in a diverse urban setting. This role emphasizes safe, inclusive classrooms and collaboration with students, families, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate will hold a Michigan world language endorsement, a valid teaching certificate, and experience in urban education, with a passion for language and cultural expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in language education or related field.
• Michigan world language endorsement and valid teacher certificate.
• Experience teaching in urban settings.
• Ability to use data to differentiate instruction.
• Commitment to safe, inclusive classrooms and effective instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide Mandarin Chinese language instruction of world-class quality.
• Create safe, nurturing classrooms where students can learn and participate.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and students to support learning goals.
• Incorporate feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and PD to improve instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Lansing School District mission.

Skills

Passion for language

Data-driven instruction

Relationship building

Urban teaching experience

Differentiated instruction

Instructional technology usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in language education

Tools

Instructional technology usage

Job description

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts because of the wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options from which families and staff members can choose. All of Lansing School District’s team members are dedicated to our mission to provide an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

In pursuit of this mission, we are hiring a World Language Teacher. This individual will ensure our students receive world-class language instruction and experience throughout their time in the District. Our teachers must also work to build safe, nurturing classrooms where students can be themselves and work collaboratively towards common learning goals. Teachers will work alongside other teachers, parents, and students to ensure they are providing the best education experience to all students.

We are open to a variety of language teachers (Spanish, French, Japanese, ASL, Anishinaabemowin, etc.)!

For this role, we are only looking for a teacher than can teach Mandarin Chinese Language.

• 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 (i.e. FA, FB, FC, FC, FF, FG, FH, FJ, FK, FL, FN, FR, FS)
• Previous successful teaching experience in urban setting
• 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
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces.
• Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families.
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students.
• Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication.
• Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

At the Lansing School District, we champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We foster a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the Lansing School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed. Due to the evolving needs of the District, additional job responsibilities may be assigned (depending on funding sources).