Mandarin Teacher

The Maple Bear vision is to provide a high quality pre-school education based on the Canadian philosophy and best practices that meet the expectations of global parents and is in conformity with local education regulations.

At Maple Bear, we believe that nothing is more important than the education of our children.

The Maple Bear mission is to deliver a student-focused learning system in a safe, secure and stimulating environment that prepares students for success at the post secondary level and that instils a passion for life-long learning.

NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB:

We are seeking a passionate and creative Part Time/or Full Time Mandarin Teacher to join our preschool team. The ideal candidate will foster a love of language and culture in young learners through engaging lessons, play-based learning, and cultural integration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lesson Planning & Delivery:

Design and implement developmentally appropriate Mandarin lessons that align with curriculum standards and support language acquisition through songs, stories, games, and hands-on activities.

Cultural Integration:

Introduce elements of Chinese culture, traditions, and celebrations to enrich the learning experience and promote cultural awareness.

Student Assessment:

Observe, document, and assess student progress in language development, providing feedback and adapting instruction to meet individual learning needs.

Classroom Management:

Create a nurturing, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment that supports social-emotional growth and active participation.

Collaboration & Teamwork:

Work closely with fellow teachers and school staff to support overall classroom goals and participate in school events and activities.

Professional Development:

Stay informed on best practices in early childhood education and Mandarin language instruction, actively participating in ongoing training and development.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (native or near-native fluency); strong command of spoken and written Mandarin.
• Experience teaching Mandarin to young children, ideally in a preschool or early childhood setting is an advantage.
• Knowledge of early childhood development and age-appropriate teaching strategies.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Ability to integrate cultural content into lessons in engaging and meaningful ways.
• Amenable to be assigned in Makati but also teach in BGC and Sta. Rosa, Laguna.
• Part time or full time employment is welcome.