Teacher – Mandarin Chinese Language, Grade 10

ACES Public Schools; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Part time

Job summary

ACES Public Schools seeks a part-time Mandarin Chinese language teacher for 10th grade at ACES Technical Charter School in Albuquerque, NM. The class runs one hour daily with a small cohort of about 10 students.

Planning time is paid and scheduling is 11:30am–12:30pm Mon-Weds, and 12:30–1:30pm Thurs-Fri. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or higher, a New Mexico Educator License (or substitute license with Mandarin experience), and a fingerprint background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.
• New Mexico Educator License or substitution license eligible.
• Fingerprints and background check required.
• Mandarin Chinese teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mandarin Chinese to 10th grade for one hour daily (Mon–Fri schedule).
• Tailor instruction to student needs, including IEPs and ELL supports.
• Implement provided curriculum while enhancing lessons.
• Plan time is paid and negotiated.
• Maintain a small class size (approximately 10 students).

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

Teaching

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

New Mexico Educator License

Background check fingerprints

Job description

Teacher – Mandarin Chinese Language, Grade 10

Title Teacher – Mandarin Chinese Language, Grade 10

Location ACES Technical Charter School

Description Classroom Teachers provide high-quality instruction to all students, with appropriate supports for their students with IEPs and ELL students. The part-time Mandarin Chinese teacher is responsible for ensuring that the district’s mission is accomplished by managing all aspects of their classrooms with the goal of maximizing student achievement. A Chinese language curriculum will be provided, and the instructor is encouraged to recommend additional supports and resources to improve student learning. ACES teachers are expected to implement the curriculum while tailoring specific instruction utilizing their knowledge and passion for the subject. This class will be taught to 10th graders one hour per day; from 11:30am - 12:30pm Mon-Tues-Wed and 12:30-1:30pm on Thurs-Fri. Planning time is also paid and will be negotiated. Class size is small, expecting about 10 students.

This is a part-time position and does not include a benefits package.

Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher. Appropriate New Mexico Educator License, state-required fingerprints and background check. A substitute license can be used for this part-time position for qualified applicants with Mandarin Chinese teaching experience.

Start Date 7/27/2026

Hourly position, paid every two weeks. Competitive rate. Dependent on education and experience.