The Chinese Language Teachers Association Newsletter
News Update and New Jobs
(For May Issue, 2012)
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Conferences
第七届国际吴方言学术研讨会于
Coordinator of ASU Chinese Language
Flagship
Tempe, Arizona
Arizona State University is pleased
to announce a full time position as Coordinator of the Chinese Language
Flagship Program.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plans, organizes, and coordinates multiple activities of the Chinese Language
Flagship Program in accordance with priorities, time limitations, funding
limitations or other specifications; coordinates, monitors and supervises the
activities of student workers; coordinates and oversees program application
process; coordinates and oversees student assessment functions and ensures
compliance with assessment administration policies and procedures; works with
team to develop and recommend new or revised program goals and objectives,
budget proposals and recommendations, budget control systems, and program
improvements; plans and coordinates meetings, orientations, events and lecture
series; oversees student group budget planning; maintains student records and files;
controls expenditures in accordance with budget allocations; coordinates
student communication; acts as program liaison with Study Abroad office, SILC,
other university departments, funding agencies and service providers; analyzes
and interprets data and prepares periodic reports, financial statements and
records on program activities, progress, status or other special reports for
management or outside agencies; Advises students on programmatic issues;
resolves student concerns and issues related to participation in the Chinese
Language Flagship Program; communicates effectively in person, by telephone
and/or email as appropriate for the situation; develops and maintains effective
working relationships; provides customer service to students and staff on program
issues, policies and procedures; completes additional projects as assigned;
serves as a representative to ensure all aspects of function/program are
implemented and controlled according to plans; may be required to travel
out-of-state for program related functions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in a related field and three (3) years of experience, in a
field appropriate to the area/unit of assignment; OR, seven (7) years of
related administrative experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of education
and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have
been achieved.
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree in related field (e.g. foreign languages and cultures,
education, student development, counseling, business, marketing etc.).
Experience studying and/or living abroad; Experience working: in a higher
education environment; with sponsored projects; in collaboration with teams;
Demonstrated computer skills in: using spreadsheets (e.g., Excel); databases
(e.g., Access, ASU Data Warehouse); data analysis (e.g., SPSS). Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Department Statement/Gen Info
The ASU Chinese Language Flagship Program offers Mandarin language learners an
intensive curriculum to develop superior language skills while pursuing degrees
in an academic major of choice.
For details about how to apply for this position, please go tohttps://www.asu.edu/go/employment/?auth=guest&jobid=29231&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1
Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
[Received August 24, 2012]
Chinese Language and
Literature, Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH
The Department of Asian and Middle Eastern
Languages and Literatures invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the
Assistant Professor rank in Chinese Language and Literature.
Appointment will become effective July 1, 2013, with teaching duties beginning in September 2013.
Applicants for this position must have native or near native proficiency in
English and Modern Standard Chinese, and a Ph.D. in hand by the time of
appointment.
The field of specialization is open, but we have
particular interest in scholars working in traditional Chinese fiction or
modern literature. It is our hope that the appointee will share our vision of
treating language and literature courses as integrated components of an
undergraduate liberal arts curriculum. Candidates must be able, willing, and
enthusiastic about teaching both Chinese literature in English translation and
Chinese language courses at all levels—in particular, Beginning Chinese. The
appointee will be expected to direct Dartmouth’s Summer Beijing Foreign Study
Program once every two or three years.
Applicants may e-mail cover letter of application,
curriculum vitae, a sample chapter of a book or scholarly paper (25 pages
maximum), and three letters of recommendation to Mr. Gerard Bohlen at Gerard.F.Bohlen@Dartmouth.EDU or mail
the documents to: Chinese Search, Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Languages
and Literatures, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755 The review of
applications will begin October 22, 2012. (Applications accepted until the position is filled.)
For additional information, please contact Mr. Gerard Bohlen at: Gerard.F.Bohlen@Dartmouth.EDU
Dartmouth College combines a commitment to
innovative scholarship with dedication to excellent teaching. One of the most
diverse institutions of higher education in New England, Dartmouth College is
an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, has a strong commitment to
diversity, and in that spirit encourages applications from women and
minorities.
[Received August 16, 2012]
THE HONG KONG
POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is the largest government-funded tertiary
institution in Hong Kong in terms of student number. It offers programmes at Doctorate, Master’s, Bachelor’s degrees and
Higher Diploma levels. It has a full-time academic
staff strength of around 1,200. The total consolidated expenditure budget of
the University is in excess of HK$5 billion per year.
DEPARTMENT OF CHINESE AND BILINGUAL STUDIES
Associate Professor / Assistant Professor in Chinese Language Education
(with concurrent appointment as Director of Chinese Language Centre of the
Department)
It is the mission of the Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies to promote
and develop studies of Chinese in multilingual contexts and studies of
multilingualism in Chinese contexts, and to offer profession-based programmes at and above undergraduate level that meet the
career aspirations of the young adults of Hong Kong and Greater China. The
Chinese Language Centre, a centre within the Department, provides training in
Chinese language for the whole university. For example, it is responsible for
all subjects related to the University’s Language Communication Requirement
(Chinese). The Department has over 70 full-time academic staff members, with
nearly half being affiliated with the Centre. The Department has established a
strong reputation in Applied Chinese Language Studies and Chinese Linguistics,
and seeks to extend its strength in other areas including the learning and
teaching of Discipline-specific Chinese communication skills at tertiary level.
Please visit the website athttp://www.cbs.polyu.edu.hk for more information about
the Department.
Reporting to the Head of Department of Chinese and Bilingual Studies, the
appointee will be offered a concurrent appointment as Director of the Chinese
Language Centre.
The appointee will be required to (a) oversee and manage all businesses of the
Centre including the delivery of subjects that it offers; (b) represent the
Centre to liaise with the Centre’s stakeholders for the planning and delivery
of Chinese language subjects; (c) take a leading role in the Centre’s
curricular-design and pedagogy functions, especially the development of new
subjects in the area of Discipline-specific Chinese; (d) engage in teaching and
related learning activities; (e) undertake research relevant to the mandate of
the Centre; and (f) help enhance the international visibility and network of
the Centre and the Department.
Applicants should have (a) a PhD degree in a relevant discipline; (b) relevant
experience in academic administration at tertiary level, preferably with
experience in or knowledge of curricular design and development; (c) an
excellent command of Chinese and English; (d) a track record of research
capability, including research-grant application; and (e) a strong commitment
to excellence in teaching, research and professional service.
Remuneration and Conditions of Service:
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered. Initial appointment
for Assistant Professor will be on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract.
Re-engagement thereafter is subject to mutual agreement. An appropriate term
will be provided for appointment at Associate Professor level.
Applicants should state their current and expected salary in the application.
Application:
Please submit application form via email to hrstaff@polyu.edu.hk; by fax
at (852) 2364 2166; or by mail to Human Resources Office, 13/F, Li Ka Shing Tower, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. If you would like to provide a separate curriculum vitae, please still complete the
application form which will help speed up the recruitment process. Application
forms can be obtained via the above channels or downloaded from http://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/job.htm. Recruitment will
continue until the position is filled. Initial consideration of applications
will commence on 24 September 2012. Details of the University’s Personal
Information Collection Statement for recruitment can be found athttp://www.polyu.edu.hk/hro/jobpics.htm.
Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Initial consideration
of applications will commence on 24 September 2012.
[Received August 16, 2012]
Senior
Lecturer of Chinese Studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology invites applications for a full-time
Senior Lecturer in Chinese initially appointed for five years with possible
indefinite renewals based on excellence in teaching, innovative curricular
development, professional leadership and service to the field. The appointment
begins on July 1, 2013. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate
language courses, mentoring lecturers, advising students, serving on search and
review committees, and participating in the administration of the language program.
Candidates must have at least five years of experience in teaching Chinese at
all levels in a U.S. university or college, experience in curricular design and
material development, knowledge of foreign language teaching methodologies, and
experience in mentoring lecturers and advising students. Minimum of M.A. in
Chinese or related fields is required. PhDs are encouraged to apply. Native or
near-native proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English is required.
MIT is an equal opportunity/affirmative-action employer and welcomes
applications from women and members of minority groups.
Applicants should submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching
philosophy, example of material development (print or digital, no more than 25
pages) and three letters of recommendation no later than October 1, 2012.
All materials should be submitted to Academic Jobs Online at the following
website: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/1511
[Received August 16, 2012]
Student
Recruitment & Retention Specialist
Tempe, Arizona
Arizona State University is pleased
to announce a new position, for someone who will serve as the Student
Recruitment and Retention Specialist for the ASU Chinese Language Flagship/ROTC
Program. This individual will work with faculty, administrators, staff, and
students in educational settings involving teaching and learning Chinese,
locally and nationally; conduct presentations about the Chinese Language
Flagship/ROTC program; follow-up on contacts with students and organizations
through personal contact and correspondence; assist in the development of
recruitment and promotional materials used in recruitment and outreach
activities targeted at diverse student populations,coordinate
and organize recruitment and outreach events for current and prospective
students; communicate effectively in person, by telephone and/or email as
appropriate; travel between university campuses, local schools, businesses and
recruitment sites; travel, on occasions, to out-of-state recruitment
activities.
For details about qualifications needed and information about how to apply for
this job, please go to:
https://www.asu.edu/go/employment/?auth=guest&jobid=29231&SiteId=1&PostingSeq=1
Arizona State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
[Received August 9, 2012]
Seoul International School seeks a
highly qualified high school Chinese language teacher for the 2013-2014 school year. Applicants must be certified teachers, hold a Masters
degree, 5 years of teaching experience in a US public or accredited
international school and outstanding teacher references.
Open until: December 31, 2012
To apply, send an electronic copy of
resume to Pete Corcorancorcoranp@siskorea.org along
with the names of three supervisors who have observed their instruction.
[Received August 9, 2012]
Lecturer in
Chinese
Providence, RI
The Department of East Asian Studies
at Brown University seeks to employ a lecturer of Chinese language, on a
three-year renewable basis, effective July 1, 2013. M.A. degree in Chinese
linguistics, literature, pedagogy or related fields is minimally required.
Native or near-native fluency in Chinese (Mandarin), and competency in spoken
and written English are required. Candidates should have experience teaching
Chinese language to English-speaking students at the college level, and be able
to teach at all levels of the program. Please provide a letter of application,
curriculum vitae, a teaching portfolio (including a list of courses taught,
syllabi, sample teaching materials, and teaching evaluations), and three
letters of recommendation. Please also provide, via hyperlink, a web-accessible
video of classroom teaching. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio at: http://www.interfolio.com/apply/13496.
Direct inquiries to eas-search@brown.edu. Priority will be given to
applications received by October 22, 2012. Brown University is an EEO/AA
employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
[Received August 7, 2012]
Mandarin
Teacher Denver,
Colorado
Global Kidz
Lab is an innovative early childhood world language learning center that
teaches immersion method Spanish, Mandarin Chinese and French to children ages
1-12. More information is available at www.Globalkidzlab.com
The Lead Mandarin Chinese Teacher will be responsible for growing our Chinese
program to children ages 1-12. The qualified candidate shall: possess
experience working with pre-school and/or elementary age children, hold at
least a Bachelor's Degree or Master's in Education, preferably be a native
speaker and have experience teaching in an immersion classroom. The successful
candidate is a team player and embraces technology usage. Interactive
Whiteboards, iPads, iTouches,
and web 2.0 tools as pedagogical tools in the classroom.
Candidates must be able to start immediately, must be presently in the United
States to interview and must possess a drivers license
and have reliable transportation.
Salary: Commensurate with relevant experience.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and information for
at least two references to:
Human Resources
Global Kidz Lab
Globalkidzlab@globalkidzlab.com
Education Achievement Authority of
Michigan
Equity. Choice. Reinvention.
Thank you for your interest in the Education Achievement Authority of Michigan!
We are excited that you are interested in exploring teaching opportunities with
us!
The Education Achievement Authority (EAA) is a new statewide system of schools
that will assume operation of the lowest performing 5% of schools in the state
of Michigan. The ultimate goal of the EAA of Michigan is to transform
traditional public schooling in Michigan to assure equitable and multiple
opportunities for student achievement in 21st Century teaching and learning
environments.
On March 13, 2012, 15 Detroit Public Schools were the first of a total of 100
that will be assigned to the EAA of Michigan. Of the fifteen schools, nine are
K-8, and six are high schools. The schools will be pioneering an exciting new
form of student-centered learning that will be mastery-based. Also, students
will not necessarily be organized along traditional age and grade bands.
Recognizing that teachers are our greatest assets, they will be given greater
autonomy over curriculum and assessment design and will be expected to innovate
and lead instructional programs at the classroom and school level.
To that end, the EAA is seeking teachers who are passionate about going above
and beyond the call of duty for Detroit’s students. We seek innovators in the
classrooms who welcome professional development and competitive pay for
increased responsibility and accountability. In the EAA, teachers will be key in the transformation of schools.
If you are inspired to join the call to innovate, collaborate and transform
public education, you may access our application for all school-based positions
at the following link: www.teacheaa.org.
Click on the yellow Apply button today.
Additionally, please forward this announcement to colleagues who share your
passion for educational transformation and high quality educational
opportunities for children and families.
Who the EAA seeks:
Applications from all school-based employees (including teachers, librarians,
paraprofessionals, etc.) who will go above and beyond for Michigan’s
Persistently Lowest Achieving (PLA) students, innovate in their classrooms, and
welcome individualized professional development and competitive pay for
increased responsibility. We are looking for school-based employees who will make
a difference in Michigan and who will set an example across the nation.
Although we are hiring school-based employees for all subjects and
grade-levels, we are also specifically recruiting Chinese and Arabic foreign
language educators.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree
• Possess or is eligible for a valid Michigan Teaching License. Learn more
about applying for appropriate certification as well as testing requirements
• Strong instructional skills and classroom management
• Passion for innovation, equity for all students and demonstrated mastery of
subject matter
• Unrelenting pursuit of academic excellent for all students
EAA of Michigan's Teacher Selection Process:
Excellent teachers are required for students to reach their highest academic
potential. In order for the EAA of Michigan to achieve its vision of ensuring
that all of its students are college, career and workforce ready, it must
select educators who are aligned with and committed to its overarching mission.
As a result, the EAA of Michigan has determined the following selection process
for all educators interested in classroom teaching positions within the EAA for
SY 2012-2013:
• Online Application: This application will capture the applicant's educational
background, work experience, references and legal history. The applicant will
be asked to submit a resume and answer two essay questions. Once the
application has been submitted, the applicant will receive a confirmation email
and he/she will no longer be able to make additional edits or changes to the
application.
• Video Course: Applicants who advance to Phase II of the Selection Process
will be asked to watch two short videos and answer two corresponding short
answer questions.
• Virtual Interview: Applicants who advance to Phase III of the Selection
Process will participate in a 45-minute interview with a member(s) of the EAA
of Michigan's Selection Team through a virtual conferencing system (e.g. Skype)
and answer questions that target disposition as well as instructional
expertise.
Applicants who successfully complete all three phases of the selection process
will be placed in a "Recommended Pool," which can be accessed by all
EAA of Michigan principals for additional school-based interviews. These
candidates will also be invited to private networking and informational events
throughout the spring and summer.
Finally, please reach out to Mr. Drew Echelson who is
leading our Recruitment and Selection team regarding any questions you may have
about the work of the EAA of Michigan ateaa.teachers.2012@gmail.com.
Chinese
Teacher La Crosse,
Wisconsin
The School District of La Crosse in La
Crosse, Wisconsin is accepting applications for a 0.50 FTE teaching position
for a Chinese Teacher at Logan High School for the 2012-2013 school year.
Wisconsin Certification 349 required.
Prefer applicants possessing the following qualifications:
- Excellence in the ability to speak standard Mandarin Chinese.
- Excellence in the ability to teach Mandarin to non-heritage learners of
Chinese.
- Excellence in the teaching of Chinese phonetics using the Pinyin system of romanization.
- Willingness to use technology to enhance classroom instruction.
- Willingness to assist and/or organization student and/or
teacher exchanges.
Major responsibilities include:
- Develop and plan instructional activities, lesson plans and/or individual
educational plans.
- Conduct classroom instruction based on established curriculum.
- Monitor student performance and behavior and take appropriate action.
- Integrate technology into teaching.
- Participate in parent/teacher conferences. Interpret student strengths,
weaknesses and/or problems a student may be experiencing in the classroom.
- Collaborate with other staff in evaluating individual student problems,
approaches to instructional units, and new teaching technologies or procedures
available.
- Develop student tests and evaluate results. Determine student grades for instructional units.
- Maintain and provide accurate records as required.
- Participate in curriculum review, staff development and/or training,
and keep abreast of information in the field of education.
- Complete additional tasks as required by administrators.
Co-curricular Positions: Ability or interest in coaching one or more
co-curricular activities.
Applicants are requested not to contact or send resumes to individual building
principals. To be given full consideration, please upload a letter of
interest, resume, credentials, and transcripts on the WECAN Website at http://services.education.wisc.edu/wecan/pub/vList.cfm?inst=4078.
Deadline to apply is June 8, 2012 (or until position is filled.)
The School District of La Crosse is an equal opportunity employer and
does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, sex,
creed, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender dentity/expression, political affiliation, marital status,
disability or arrest of conviction record.
The School District of La Crosse encourages applications from all segments of
population.
Norwich University invites
applications for two non-tenure track, full-time, one-year lecturer positions
in Chinese. The starting date will be August 2012.
Excellent language teaching credentials and the ability to teach beginning,
intermediate and advanced Chinese classes are required. Also required are an
advanced degree (minimum M.A. or equivalent), native or near-native fluency in
both Chinese and English, and a good command of simplified characters and the
pinyin phonetic system. Must be able to work in the U.S. Review of applications
will begin immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
To apply, please send a cover letter, current CV, three recent letters of
recommendation (including at least one that addresses teaching effectiveness),
and transcript to Chinese Lecturer Search, via email:jobs@norwich.edu.
Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a comprehensive
benefit package that includes medical, dental, group life and long term
disability insurance, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care,
retirement annuity plan and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and
their family members.
1st Grade
Chinese Immersion Classroom Teacher
Cambridge, MA
Responsibilities:
The JK/K Chinese Immersion Classroom Teacher will report to the principal, and
the Chinese immersion coordinator, and is expected to work closely with
professional and paraprofessional staff in the planning and implementation of
high quality instruction for a diverse group of learners. It is expected that
the teacher will be
Minimum Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be a native speaker of Mandarin Chinese from mainland China
or Taiwan who has native-like fluency in English and knowledgeable about
American urban public schools. The candidate must hold at least a Bachelor’s
degree or the equivalent in ESL, English, Linguistics/SLA Pedagogy,
Teaching/Education or an arguably related field. We encourage English mother
tongue candidates with near-native Mandarin abilities to apply, so long as the
candidate is experienced and has a proven track record of teaching excellence
in a teaching Mandarin as a second language. Candidates with knowledge of both
standard and simplified writing systems are preferred. Superb
knowledge in applying Massachusetts state frameworks, Common Core Standards,
ACTFL standards, and language immersion instructional approach.
Familiarity with computers and expertise in the use of technology to enhance
Second Language instruction is also preferred. Licensure requirements include:
Massachusetts elementary teaching licensure JK-2, 1-6, licensure via portfolio,
or other method of state recognized licensure path required,
Massachusetts elementary teaching licensure for foreign language in Mandarin
required,
Bachelor’s Degree, Master Degree Preferred,
Minimum three years of teaching experience in American school setting.
Salary:
Highly Competitive.
Application Procedure:
To apply, submit your application on-line via our website atwww.cpsd.us by clicking on Employment Opportunities.
Questions? Contact:
Gerald Yung, School Principal, gyung@cpsd.us
Chinese
Flagship Director
Bloomington, IN
The Department of East Asian
Languages and Cultures at Indiana Universityinvites
applications for a tenured position as Director of the Chinese Flagship
Program, to begin in fall 2013.
This is an academic appointment with
twelve-month administrative duties and reduced teaching duties during the
academic year. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
administrative leadership to the Flagship administrative staff, overseeing the
development of the Chinese Flagship curriculum, and outreach to relevant units
within Indiana University. In consideration for promotion, publications
relevant to the field are required. Required Qualifications include: Ph.D. in
Chinese, second language acquisition, applied linguistics, or related field;
demonstrated leadership in the field of Chinese language education; superior
fluency and communication skills in Mandarin Chinese and English; achievements
in research and publications; and evidence of successful administrative
experience and collaborative leadership. Salary will be commensurate with experience
and credentials. Review of applications will begin on September 15. Position
will remain open until filled.
Applicants should submit a letter of
application, CV, statement summarizing the applicant’s teaching and leadership
philosophy, and optional teaching demonstration video. In addition, six letters
of reference should be sent by referees directly. Electronic files sent
to ealc@indiana.edu (subject line: Chinese Flagship
Director Search) are preferred, but hard copies may be sent to:
Chinese Flagship Director Search
Committee
East Asian Languages and Cultures
Goodbody
Hall 250
1011 E. Third St.
Bloomington, IN 47405-7005
Indiana University is an Affirmative
Action, Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity.
The University actively encourages applications of women, minorities, and
persons with disabilities.
Visiting
Assistant Professor of Mandarin Chinese
Wheaton, IL
Wheaton College, IL invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mandarin Chinese—a three-year, non-tenure-track appointment. Desired candidates must have a Ph.D. in Mandarin Chinese or Chinese Studies; expertise in native or near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese and in English; proficiency in North American models of language and content area pedagogy; teaching experience at the college level in North America; and outstanding skill in and enthusiasm for teaching all levels of Mandarin Chinese, including advanced language and content-based courses (literature, culture, history). Duties include a teaching load of three 4-hour courses or equivalent per semester at all levels, participating in Foreign Languages department proficiency testing program and in student advising and other service activities, and collaborating with Chinese language program coordinator and with summer study abroad program. For more information, go to: http://www.wheaton.edu
Interested candidates should send a letter of inquiry and complete curriculum
vitae to:
Ms. Elise Bock
Office Coordinator, Foreign Languages Department
Wheaton College
Wheaton IL 60187-5501
Tel. (630) 752-5039
Fax (630) 752-5788
Email: elise.bock@wheaton.edu
Please do NOT send transcripts, letters of recommendation, or credential files
unless requested. Promising candidates will be invited to submit a full application
by a deadline to be specified later.
Wheaton College is an evangelical Protestant Christian liberal arts college
whose faculty affirm a Statement of Faith and adhere to the lifestyle
expectations of our Community Covenant. Wheaton College complies with federal
and state guidelines of nondiscrimination in employment. Women and minorities
are encouraged to apply.
Chinese
literature teacher (11, 12th grades) – August 2012
Tarrytown, NY
EF International Academy, an IB
school in Tarrytown, NY, is recruiting a Chinese literature teacher to teach
11th and 12th grade IB Chinese literature for the 2012-2013. A degree in
literature is preferred, native proficiency in Chinese and excellent familiarity
with Chinese literature is required. A full-time teacher is required to teach 5
classes (25 hours of teaching a week), serve as an advisor to a group of 10-15
students and run a club. Teachers interested in living on campus are strongly
encouraged to apply.
Please send your resume to Polina.Zajkova@ef.com
To find out more about the school,
please visithttp://www.ef.com/ia/campuses/new-york-campus/
Mandarin Chinese language teacher
for children
Rigorous private school in North Central NJ is seeking experienced Chinese
teacher for unique Mandarin Chinese immersion program for young children for
full time employment during upcoming academic year 2012-2013. Ideal candidate
has the following qualifications:
Prior experience as a Mandarin Chinese teacher
Native speaker of Mandarin and strong knowledge of English
Bachelor or Masters in early childhood, elementary education, applied
linguistics or TESOL desired
Secondary interest/skill in art, music or PE a plus.
Self motivated, creative, and enjoys working in a fast-paced entrepreneurial
environment
Loves working with children and families
Legally able to work in the U.S
Please send resume and cover letter to hr@bilingualbuds.com
Applicants must be fluent (native or
near native proficiency) in Mandarin
Chinese; have a BS degree; and be eligible to work in a MA charter school (i.e. pass the
appropriate MTEL licensing tests within a
year of hire or hold a current MA elementary and/or secondary teaching license).
Advanced degree in education and teaching experience with elementary school (K-5) preferred.
•Planning, developing and implementing class curriculum compliant with state standards under the
supervision and with the advice of the Principal
or designee.
•Developing
and teaching content-based immersion curriculum in core subject
areas including math, science, social studies and Chinese Language Arts.
•Providing direct services to students, consulting with other professionals, meeting and
discussing issues with parents, planning, delivering,
and evaluating instructional outcomes,
and conducting the research
needed to perform the essential functions of the position.
•Working as a team member, sharing common planning, professional development, curriculum design, and
teaching responsibilities with your
team which includes Chinese and English speaking members.
•Assessing and documenting student progress toward curricular goals.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to info@pvcics.org
Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School
317 Russell Street
Hadley, MA 01035
Phone: 413-582-7040
Fax: 413-582-7068
Web: www.pvcics.org
PVCICS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
religion, housing status, gender, age, sexual orientation or disability. We are
an equal opportunity employer.