What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Mandarin Teacher position at The International School of Indiana Inc?
The mission of the International School of Indiana is to provide our students with a world-class education that prepares them to be responsible citizens and effective leaders in a rapidly globalizing and interdependent world.
Overview:
Lower School teachers at The International School of Indiana work in a multicultural environment with families, teachers and staff from around the world. Teachers work with a highly collaborative team of grade level colleagues, coordinators and specialists to implement a rigorous Primary Years Programme that is engaging and student-centered.
Job Title: Lower School Mandarin Teacher Full Time
Primary Purpose: Teach PYP curriculum in Mandarin immersion program
Duties and Responsibilities:
-Develop and teach Units of Inquiry in a Mandarin immersion classroom
-Contribute to school programs and events
-Collaborate with colleagues
-Create positive educational climate for students
-Participate in professional development
-Tutor students individually, as needed
-Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
-Communicate with parents in a positive and timely manner
-Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability when working in a dynamic environment
Required Qualifications:
-First language speaker of Mandarin
-Fluent in English
-Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Desirable Qualifications:
-Experience with the Primary Years Programme
-International outlook and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations
-Strong interpersonal skills
-Able to use and apply technology in the classroom
-Teaching experience in a diverse, multicultural environment
-Experience working with Lower School aged students (age 3-11)
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Indianapolis, IN 46208 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Indianapolis, IN 46208: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
