Elementary Chinese Classroom Teacher

Hope Chinese Charter School (HCCS) is one of the top Charter K-8 Schools in Oregon with a nationally recognized Mandarin Chinese immersion program. We’re also a public employer in Oregon providing pension benefits. HCCS employees enjoy a family-like atmosphere with supportive colleagues, families, and students.

Current opening: Kindergarten Level

Schedule: Lead one AM or PM Chinese class as a part-time teacher, or to be a full-time staff with other added duties

Please note your preference for AM or PM or only for applying a full time position with health insurance benefits. [Notes can be made in the “Additional Comment” session in the application form.]

To Apply: Please fill out the Employment Application at .

Benefits:

Employee benefits include but are not limited to paid personal leaves, enrollment in PERS (government restrictions apply), 403(b) plan & healthcare plans (100% premium covered for full time employees), professional development and tuition reimbursement, employee discount on childcare, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree or above.
• Teaching certificate holder or eligible to apply for a teaching license in Oregon.
• Native/Near-native fluency in Mandarin Chinese. Proficiency in reading & writing simplified Chinese.
• Minimum 1-year experience as a Chinese Language Arts teacher or Homeroom teacher for elementary-aged students.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Proficiency in implementing and mastering effective classroom management techniques
• Proficiency in using educational technology and online teaching platforms.
• Excellent English communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm for working with young learners. Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Enjoy working collaboratively with other teachers and school staff for curriculum development and various school events.

Chinese Teacher Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design and implement lesson plans: Create appropriate lesson plans for students based on curriculum standards and educational objectives, ensuring they align with the needs and characteristics of English language teaching.
• Teach Chinese language and related subjects: Provide a strong Chinese language environment and cultural background for students while teaching related subjects such as math, science and social studies.
• Provide student support: Offer necessary support and guidance for students to ensure their academic, social, and emotional development.
• Assess and record student progress: Evaluate student learning progress, record grades and performance, and provide personalized teaching feedback and suggestions.
• Communicate with parents: Maintain effective communication with parents and share student progress and needs.
• Collaborate with other teachers: Work with other teachers to develop curriculum materials, coordinate teaching strategies, and ensure consistency across different grade levels.
• Develop positive relationships and work cooperatively with students, parents, co-workers, Principal, School Board and the community.
• Attend team meetings and professional development: Attend team meetings and professional development opportunities to continuously improve professional skills and knowledge, share ideas and best practices, collaborate on curriculum and teaching strategies, and keep up-to-date with changes in the education field.
• Support school-wide cultural events and fundraising activities by actively participating and integrating them into the English language curriculum, fostering cross-curricular connections and enriching the overall educational experience for students.
• Conduct self in a professional manner adhering to the codes of conduct in the Employee Manual.

Working Conditions:

• Works primarily indoor, may on occasion work outdoors supervising students in variable weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Often needs to stand/walk/navigate in the classroom for long periods of time.
• May occasionally be exposed to noise levels that are distracting, and to speak and hear in often loud environments.
• The work environment may include exposure to communicable diseases.
• Need to transport classroom instructional materials, books, binders, paperwork. For heavier lifting, assistance is available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• Kindergarten

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• Foreign Language
• Math

School type:

• Charter school
• Language immersion school
• Public school

Work Location: In person