2026-2027 Mandarin Faculty
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Job Location:
Seattle, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Title:MS Mandarin Faculty
Department:MiddleSchool
Reports To:MiddleSchool Director
FLSA Status:Exempt
On-Site:Yes
When Needed: 2026-2027 School Year
FTE:Part-Time .75 FTE
Pay Range:$44000-$80500
Who Thrives at Bush
You find joy in working with students and alongside a passionate thoughtful community of educators. You believe deeply that learning is most powerful when it is experiential and when students learn by doing exploring and reflecting rather than simply being told what to know and remember. You are invested in the growth of children as whole people supporting their curiosity sense of purpose and capacity to contribute meaningfully to their communities both within and beyond the classroom. You are a lifelong learner who welcomes both support and challenge and you are excited by the opportunity to continue developing your craft in a collegial reflective environment. You are energized by contributing your skills and ideas making a meaningful impact and being part of something larger than yourself.
Who We Are
Founded in 1924 andlocatedin Seattles Madison Valley neighborhood The Bush School is an independent school serving students from Kindergarten through Twelfth Grade. Bush offers a rich intellectually engaging program grounded in experiential learning designed tospark instudents of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning accomplishment and contribution to their communities. Our curriculum challenges students to think deeply and creatively preparing them to thrive in future endeavors whileremainingrooted in the schools longstanding core values.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community in which every individual can say I belong. We seek educators and staff who are passionate about their work highly skilled in their practice and who bring a wide range of perspectives and experiences to our community. We believe deeply in the role education and diverse learning environments play in advancing equity inclusion and a shared sense of responsibility for one another.
Position Summary/Overview:
The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Middle School team as a Middle School Mandarin Faculty member. We are seeking a candidate whois able tosupport the schools mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background thatdemonstratesan understanding and appreciation of intercultural are building a team in which diversity of experiences backgrounds and talents are valuedin order towork with a diverse community of students facultystaffand families. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.
The Middle School Mandarin Faculty member reports to the Middle School Director and works closely with students and families and Middle School Faculty and Staff while also being an active member of the schools World Languages position willbe responsible forteaching three sections of Mandarin and teaching in our experiential programs (E-lectivesand E-Week) during the academic year.
General Responsibilities:
Create and sustain a positive classroom culture based on the mission and values of the school
Plan prepare and deliver instructional activities for Middle School Mandarin courses thatfacilitateactive learning experiences
Possess the interest ability and skills to successfully teach Mandarin to Middle School students (grades six through eight)
Develop and implement an interdisciplinary and experiential curriculum
Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum
Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students
Collaborate and work effectively with other members of the World Languages Department to create common experiences centered on student inquiry
Create and sustain effective family partnerships for example: communicate with parents/guardiansregardingstudent progress and classroom news via formal fall/spring conferences written communications and school portal
Observe/evaluate/assess students development andmaintainaccuraterecordsregardingstudent progress and areas of growth
Attend and chaperone school related events outside the scheduled school day
Communicate openlytimely and supportively with students staff parents and other stakeholdersregardingstudent achievement and progress
Participate actively and with curiosity in school/division/department/committee meetings as well as student community gatherings during the school day
Collaborate with school counselors and learning specialists to plan lessons curriculum materials and resources to effectively serve students with different learning profiles and mental health needs
Utilize technology to support student success ( Docs Google Classroom andLearning Management Systems such as Canvas)
Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned
Required Education Training & Experience:
Experience teaching Mandarin isrequired with three or more years preferred
Experience teaching Mandarin to Middle School students is preferred
A bachelors degree isrequired
A bachelors degree in Mandarin or a related field is preferred
A graduate degree in Mandarin Education or a related field is preferred
Familiarity with ACTFL language learning standards is preferred
A demonstrated commitment to professional development and growth in this area isrequired
Attend OWL (Organic World Languages) training upon hire and continue to stay current with best practices.
Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
Familiarity with current learning theories and basic principles of human growth and development and ability to consider them in the design and implementation of learning experiences.
Knowledge of current trends and research in learning and assessment.
Ability to effectively manage classroom dynamics to create a positive and productive learning environment for all students.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the needs of the children and program.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability tomaintainconfidential information.
Ability to work collaboratively in a variety of teams.
Possible travel(field trips).
Additional Requirements:
Have a current Adult and Children CPR First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date)
Meet the schools standards when completing two separate background screenings
Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods manage long days and support body with core muscles.
Fine Motor Skills: Using hands to grasp move or assemble small objects (e.g. papers writing).
Sensory: Clear hearing to distinguish sounds and vision to see differences in color shade brightness.
Ability to sit and keyboard for up to 8 hours perday & lift upto 30 pounds (file boxes).
DISCLAIMER:
The information presentedindicatesthe general nature and level of work expected of employees in this
classification. It is not designed tocontain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all
duties responsibilitiesqualificationsand objectives required of employees assigned to this job. As an
adaptive organization responsibilities can and will change in alignment with greater efficiencies and
mission metrics.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website atand navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the About Bush tab) foradditionalinformation/instructions.
If you are interested in working at The Bush School but this positiondoesntfit your talents please visit our website foradditionalopenings:. While wesincerely appreciateall applications only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment recruitmentadmissionor administration of any of its programson the basis ofrace color creed religion sexual orientation national or ethnic origin disability gender gender identity gender expression or genetic information.In addition The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment basedon the basis ofage or marital status.
*This position requires applicants to be at the time of application legally authorized to work in theUnited States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will notconsider applicants whorequirevisa sponsorship.
