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Dual Language Immersion Teacher - Chinese/English

Teaching: Transitional Kindergarten up to 6th Grade

Job Type: Full-time/ Part Time

Job Summary:

Blue Ribbon Academy is looking for a qualified dual language immersion teacher. At Blue Ribbon Academy, it is our goal to encourage a love of learning in children by thoughtfully designing and implementing developmentally appropriate, child-led activities that encourage children to ask questions, to ponder, to experiment, to dissect and to explore their world on a daily basis. We utilize constructivist theory and best practices from progressive curriculums like Piaget, Reggio Emilia, and Montessori, to inform our curriculum development and to guide our practice.

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Students in the Spanish Dual Language class will be taught by a specialized, trained Spanish teacher, in equal parts Spanish and English, following the 50/50 Spanish/English Instructional Model.

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Blue Ribbon Academy 诚招幼儿青少年双语(中文/英文)浸润班中/英文老师. 对幼儿教育有兴趣, 对中国语言,文化有研究的老师,欢迎请将你们的简历和课程计划发送至: info@blueribboneducation.org

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Implement Documentation that shows the processes of learning

  • Plan activities that are innovative, interesting, child-led and consistent with the inquiry generated in the classroom

  • Responsible for the ordered arrangement, appearance, and décor of the classroom environment. This will include sharing the joint housekeeping responsibilities of the staff

  • Maintain the Reggio-inspired environment that our philosophy fosters

  • Communicate effectively with parents during daily interactions, parent-teacher conferences and through written communication

  • Regularly maintain displays of student artwork. Ensuring that art is current and represents what students are currently studying

  • Monitor and assess student progress

  • Maintain close communication with the director and parent regarding student issues, conferencing as deemed necessary

  • Establish a non-punitive method of classroom discipline, seeking positive rather than negative methods to correct student behavior

  • Maintain a structure in the classroom that fosters positive classroom management

  • Participate in team meetings, staff meeting as and professional development

Required Education:

  • Associates/Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field

 

Required Experience:

  • At least 1 year of professional teaching experience in a language immersion classroom

  • Or Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, preferably at the K-6th Grade level

 

Required Language:

  • English and Chinese

 

Required License or Certification:

  • Master Teacher Permit from CTC

  • CA Teaching Credential (Desired)

  • TB Test, CPR Certificate (Adult / Pediatrics / First-Aid), Live Scan clearance required prior hiring

Must be able to teach in a variety of subject (but not limited to):

  • Pinyin or and Zhuyin

  • Chinese Culture Study

  • STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)

  • Humanities, Language Art, English

  • Reading, Chinese/English bilingual education, ESL

  • History, Social Studies, Character Development and more

Minimum Qualification:

  • Must be fully bilingual (Chinese and English)

  • Writing, reading, speaking, and singing in Chinese

  • Speak, read, and write English fluently

  • BA or AA in ECE or related filed

  • At least 1 year of professional teaching experience in a language immersion classroom

  • or Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, preferably at the K-6th grade level

  • Good computer skills

  • Must to have flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

  • TB Test, CPR Certificate (Adult / Pediatrics / First-Aid) , Live Scan clearance required prior hiring

Benefits and Beyond:

  • A family-friendly work environment with flexible work hours

  • Extensive opportunities for career mobility/advancement as our schools continue to grow and expand to new areas

  • Highly collaborative and innovative teams

  • Paid vacation days, family leave days, and sick time

  • Paid holidays

  • Healthcare plans including medical and dental

  • Direct Deposit

  • Annual Professional Growth Day

If you are interested in working with us, Please include: 
1. A detailed resume describing experience and data-supported accomplishments

2. Transcript of ECE units or Master Teacher Permit from CTC
3. A cover letter or a writing sample showcasing written communication skills and demonstrating your alignment with the Blue Ribbon Academy mission and competencies

Send these documents in form of an email to: info@blueribboneducation.org

We look forward to meeting you!  

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