What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Chinese Teacher (Part-Time) position at The Foote School Association, Inc?
Job Description
Job Description
Middle School Chinese Teacher (Part-Time)
School Year 2025-2026
The Foote School, an independent K-9 co-ed day school, seeks a part-time Chinese teacher.
The Foote School is an independent K-9 co-ed day school in New Haven, Connecticut. We aim to endow students with timeless values while providing thoughtful experiences that will prepare them to learn, lead, and grow in the 21st century; language study has a key place in this experience. Introduced in 2012, the Chinese program has become an important part of the school’s modern language offerings as students build their facility with speaking, listening, reading, and writing the language and grow in their appreciation of Chinese culture.
The successful candidate will be a nurturing, flexible person with a strong background in Chinese language instruction and an understanding of the developmental needs of children. He or she should be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and peers, as well as be able to employ a variety of instructional techniques to engage young learners. The successful candidate will have a commitment to our school’s mission, to working collaboratively with others, and to upholding the values of the school community.
The Foote School is deeply committed to diversity and an inclusive curriculum and community. We actively encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, ethnicities, and beliefs. We seek candidates who have a clear interest in being part of a community that challenges prejudice and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Essential Duties and Requirements :
- Plan and present lessons.
- Prepare and administer regular and varied assessments of student learning.
- Regularly write reports that evaluate student performance and demonstrate knowledge of students’ experiences
- Communicate effectively in support of each student with their parents, advisor, and other teachers.
- Potentially serve as an advisor (or co-advisor) to one or more student clubs or activities.
- Performance of other duties as may reasonably be assigned by the School
Professional Skills and Personal Qualifications :
Individuals interested in being considered for this position should submit the following :
Thank you for your interest in The Foote School!
