Middle School Mandarin Teacher

Middle School Mandarin Teacher
Status: Part-Time

Salary Ranges Based on Years of Experience
& Educational Credentials

0-10 years—$11,140-$13,989
11-20 years—$14,270-$16,837
21-30 years—$17,139-$19,793

31-40 years—$20,087-$21,608

W E L C O M E T O C R O S S R O A D S
See the world differently.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Norton Campus

1715 Olympic Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90404

MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOL
21st Street Campus

1714 21st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404

What We Believe
Our ambitions as both a place of learning and a force in the world go well beyond a pithy
mission statement. The Crossroads School Statement of Philosophy offers a detailed
portrait of our values and our progressive, child-centered approach to education, one that
encourages intellectual bravery and emotional resilience. The Philosophy includes five core
commitments, and we consider these commitments equally important in the lives of our
students. They guide the School in decisions regarding programming and curricula and are
the standards by which we measure our success.

Our Statement of Philosophy
The School was built upon five basic commitments: to academic excellence; to the arts; to
the greater community; to the development of a student population of social, economic,
and racial diversity; and to the development of each student’s physical well-being and full
human potential.

It is the goal of Crossroads School to provide a strong college preparatory program from
which each student will develop a personal commitment to learning, a respect for
independent thinking, and an expanding curiosity about the world and its people. We
consider certain skills to be essential for all graduates: to read well, to write clearly and
coherently, to study effectively, to reason soundly, and to question thoughtfully.

Through the educational process, we assist students in gaining self-esteem, self
knowledge, and respect for the knowledge and opinions of others.

We believe that education must not be a race for the accumulation of facts, but should be
an enriching end in itself. We also believe that education is a joint venture among
students, parents and teachers. To be effective with young people, teachers and parents
must themselves continue to learn, so that they may perceive the young accurately and
treat them wisely. We believe that the arts are an essential part of the curriculum and that
it is important for students to express themselves creatively and to use their imaginations
freely. Therefore, music, drama, visual arts, film, writing and dance are significant parts of
student life at Crossroads.

Through our academic and extra-curricular programs, we seek to promote social, political
and moral understanding, and to instill a respect for the humanity and ecology of the
earth.

We understand that there are many kinds of intelligence, and the traditional academic,
cognitive area is one. Other important areas of intelligence are intuition, imagination,
artistic creativity, physical expression and performance, sensitivity to others and self
understanding. To neglect any of these areas is to limit students in the development of
their full human potential.

We believe that the uniqueness of children is revealed in their very existence and that it is
the School’s responsibility to foster their innate sense of the mystery and joy of life.

About Crossroads School
Crossroads School is an independent, K-12, coed school of nearly 1,200 students located
in the beach city of Santa Monica, CA. Started in 1971 and taking inspiration from the civil
rights, anti-war and feminist movements, Crossroads was founded to be not just a school,
but also a movement for positive social change in the world.For decades, Crossroads has
been nationally recognized as an innovative force in education and for the public good. A
top choice for families in Los Angeles, Crossroads is renowned for its progressive
philosophy, strong community and culture, emphasis on diversity and inclusion—54% of
students and 38% of faculty identify as people of color—and belief that all domains of
school life, including the arts, athletics and service, are equally integral to a child’s
development and well-being.

Students at Crossroads own their education. Our student-centered approach allows
young learners to celebrate their individuality and to build their own curricular pathways.
The Middle School serves roughly 330 students in grades 6-8. Crossroads School is a
high-touch, high volume organization, which requires all adult community members to
maintain a visible profile on campus and a responsive, student-centered approach.

It is a particularly exciting time for the School: Current initiatives include the fully
endowed Equity & Justice Institute, an ambitious 15-point strategic plan and a capital
campaign to construct a new Center for the Performing Arts complex on the 21st Street
Campus

Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Part-Time
Middle School Mandarin Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching
Mandarin to middle school students and possess excellent communication and
interpersonal skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the
academic and cultural enrichment of our school community.

Essential job responsibilities include:

Develop and deliver engaging and interactive Mandarin language lessons that cater to
the diverse needs and learning styles of middle school students.
Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters student
participation, collaboration, and cultural appreciation.
Design and implement effective instructional strategies to enhance students'
proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Mandarin.
Assess student progress regularly through formative and summative assessments,
providing timely feedback to students and parents.
Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Mandarin language and culture into
interdisciplinary units and school-wide events.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues to support student
learning and academic success.
Stay current with best practices in Mandarin language instruction and participate in
professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Required Experience, Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor's degree in Education, Mandarin Chinese, or related field required. Master's
degree preferred.
Prior experience teaching Mandarin Chinese to middle school students preferred.
Proficiency in both spoken and written Mandarin Chinese, with a strong
understanding of Chinese culture and traditions.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for teaching and learning.

Schedule:

This is a part-time position with hours to be determined based on the department’s needs.
The Middle School Mandarin Teacher will be expected to teach classes during designated
instructional periods and may also participate in school-wide events and professional
development activities as needed.

Our Diversity Statement
One of Crossroads School’s founding commitments is to develop a socially, economically and
racially diverse student body. We are equally committed to supporting a vibrant and diverse
workforce. Crossroads is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
employer; we do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religious creed, color,
national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex,
gender or gender identity, age or sexual orientation. People of color, women and individuals with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.