Temporary High School Japanese Language Teacher

Mid-Pacific; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid-Pacific Institute is seeking a Temporary High School Japanese Language Teacher in Honolulu, HI. The role will transition from temporary to full-time and requires teaching multiple levels of Japanese language with student-centered strategies.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Japanese and at least two years of experience teaching high school Japanese; a Master’s Degree is preferred. The position includes collaboration with the department, lesson planning, and ongoing

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Japanese from an accredited university or college.
• At least two years' experience teaching high school Japanese.
• A Master’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach multiple levels of high school Japanese language up to levels 3 and 4.
• Instruct students using a wide range of student-centered strategies.
• Incorporate educational technology into lesson design to enhance student learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
• Provide additional student support during Office Hours.
• Teach core concepts and skills as set out in the World Language Department’s scope and sequence.
• Prepare lesson plans following curriculum guidelines set by the department, school and external examining bodies.
• Collaborate with other department members in developing and updating the Japanese language curriculum.
• Design and implement lessons and assessments aligned with the school's assessment guidelines.
• Post homework and record results electronically using the information system.
• Maintain effective classroom management, liaising with deans and parents.
• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings and professional development.
• Carry out homeroom and advisory responsibilities.
• Determine budget needs and purchase pre-approved equipment/materials for courses.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work.
• Provide in-person instruction, supervision, and support during the school day.

Skills

Japanese language

Language teaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Japanese

4 Year Degree

Job description

Job Title

Temporary High School Japanese Language Teacher

Job Posting Details

Job Title Temporary High School Japanese Language Teacher

Job Type Temp To Full Time

Position Level Experienced

Job Description SALARY RANGE: $54,630 – $114,862 annually based on degree and student contact hours

Job Summary

Responsible for teaching multiple levels of Japanese language. At Mid-Pacific, faculty are responsible for designing an instructional environment that encourages learning, motivates students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to establish and continue a firm foundation to perpetuate the learning experience in post‑secondary education and/or career opportunities. Essential to this role is the ability to utilize all resources available to establish a cooperative relationship with parents, colleagues, administrators, and community members to support each student’s opportunity to learn and grow in educational and life experiences. This position includes active participation in the school's operation to support our unwavering commitment to the principles of deeper learning. This position reports to the Middle & High School Assistant Principal for Academics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach multiple levels of high school Japanese language up to levels 3 and 4.
• Instruct students using a wide range of student-centered strategies, which engage students in the learning process.
• Incorporate educational technology into lesson design to enhance student learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
• Provide additional student support during Office Hours.
• Teach core concepts and skills as set out in the World Language Department’s scope and sequence and always directed to the vision and mission of the school.
• Prepare lesson plans following curriculum guidelines set by the department, school and external examining bodies.
• Collaborate with other members of the department in developing and updating the Japanese language curriculum.
• Design and implement lessons and formative and summative assessments of students’ learning in alignment with Mid Pacific’s Assessment Guidelines.
• Post homework assignments weekly and record formative and summative results electronically using the school’s information system program.
• Maintain effective classroom management, liaising with deans and parents as necessary.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and written communication skills with the ability to respond effectively.
• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings and attend professional development workshops and educational conferences.
• Carry out all homeroom and advisory responsibilities.
• Determine budget needs and purchase pre-approved equipment and/or materials for courses taught.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work.
• Provide in-person classroom instruction, supervision, and support to students during the school day.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Applicant Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS and/or EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Japanese from an accredited university or college, and at least two years' experience teaching high school Japanese. A Master’s Degree is preferred.

Education

4 Year Degree

Non-discriminatory Statement

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Additional Info

https://www.midpac.edu/about/careers?jobId=a9a5ad0f-2f74-48a4-c604-6e57cf5562b8