Catalyst Mandarin Teacher (Part-Time)

We seek passionate, innovative educators to join as founding faculty members of Catalyst, Menlo's new Applied Leadership Semester program. This exciting and immersive program empowers juniors to develop leadership skills while tackling complex global challenges through an integrated, experiential, and interdisciplinary curriculum. Throughout our inaugural year, we will focus on case studies related to climate resilience and adaptation, combining rigorous academics with real-world problem-solving in partnership with Bay Area leaders and organizations.

Catalyst enrolls 15-18 students each semester, spanning levels 3 through Advanced Topics. We are currently in need of a .25 FTE Mandarin teacher to support <5 students per semester.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead small group instruction approximately 3x/week for 60 minutes per class each semester. Classes will generally meet at the same time and same days of the week, and all will take place during school hours (8:45 AM - 3:00 PM). 
• In the fall semester, lead instruction in Mandarin 4 through Advanced Topics in Mandarin for five students. In the spring semester, lead instruction in Mandarin 3 and 4 for two students.
• Support your students to stay on track with their reading, writing, and oral proficiency skills in the target language. Curriculum in each target level will be provided, but educators are encouraged to adapt curriculum as needed to serve each student, and, if possible, to align with Catalyst’s themes.
• Assess student proficiency and regularly provide updates on student progress to collaborating teachers at Menlo and Catalyst’s Director.
• Communicate student outcomes to parents/guardians through informal touchpoints and formal grading periods quarterly.
• Participate in ongoing professional development as coordinated by the Director of the Catalyst program.

We look for educators who:

• Will inspire and support our students and be active participants in our student life program and in other aspects of our vibrant learning community.
• Share our dedication to cultivating an ever more heterogeneous and inclusive community while committing to equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
• Will work to be inclusive so that every student can see themself in their classrooms, the curricula, and their disciplines.
• Are highly collaborative with other community members both within their own department and in the School community as a whole.
• Feel comfortable designing and executing curriculum as part of a teaching team.
• Are committed to professional growth in their discipline and in their teaching practice.
• Are passionate about teaching, experts in their fields, and dedicated to helping all students achieve their personal best.
• Will embody the heart of Menlo School by promoting collegial, respectful and supportive relationships.

We offer:

• An exceptional work environment and caring community
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• Highly competitive salary

To be considered for this opportunity:

Please submit your resume and cover letter, articulating your interest in the role and the extent to which your qualifications align with its expectations. 

About us:

Menlo School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades six through twelve. Located in Atherton, California, and established in 1915, the School is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National and California Associations of Independent Schools.

At Menlo, we challenge, support, excite, and empower our students to pursue academic excellence, develop deep curiosity, and fall in love with learning through the exploration of an engaging academic curriculum and outstanding creative arts and athletics offerings. Our program is constantly evolving to ensure a relevant and responsive experience that prepares students to be ethical, high-character individuals who are equipped to meet the world’s most pressing challenges with integrity, creativity, and resilience.

Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging are at the core of our institutional values. Here, we aim to nurture a culture of kindness, trust, and belonging where every member of our community feels welcomed, valued, and included. We are committed to honoring diverse backgrounds, identities, and ideas by engaging with curiosity, care, and compassion. We strive to ensure all flourish as a full participant in the life of the School and leave a lasting legacy as their best and authentic selves. A deep sense of belonging, grounded in our shared values of kindness, curiosity, empathy, and respect, is at the heart of these endeavors.

Our equal opportunity employment policy: 

Menlo School is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants. We administer all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or domestic partnership status, disability, protected veteran status or military status, genetic information, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Pay range:

In the spirit of pay transparency we share the base salary range for this position for the 2025-2026 academic year. Our Faculty have a wide range of experience. We have teachers who are relatively new to the profession and those who have expertly taught for over 30 years. The full pay range, which encompasses all experience levels is $95,506 - $181,896. Within this broad range, we pay each Faculty member in accordance with what could be reasonably expected based on an individual's experience level. Base salary is exclusive of fringe benefits, retirement plan employer contributions or potential stipends (for eligible employees). Pay ranges at Menlo are reasonable estimates of what the School anticipates paying for a role but are not guaranteed. If hired at Menlo School, your final base salary will be determined by factors such as skills, education, experience, job level, part-time status and number of months of work per academic year. In addition to those factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity with our current employees as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the generous range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical for Menlo School in order to allow for future and continued salary growth.

Job ID: 326

Salary : $95,506 - $181,896