Chinese Language Arts Teacher

Who We Are

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI's education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

Chinese Language Arts Teacher for District of Columbia International School to work at our Washington DC loc. Teach Chinese to diverse learners through rel immersion methods. Plan middle school curriculum (grades 6-8) w/ IB DP Language curriculum framework, IB MYP/DP + Chinese language immersion. Advise students + teach advisory class via advisory curriculum + support instructional program. Ability to work in intense, high-performing charter school, maximize student engagement/learning, accept/implement feedback, + continue professional development. Collaborate w/ gen & special educators, coordinators & leadership. High degree of communication through various mediums with parents & students. Lead/participate in cultural activities for faculty + students. Implement 1:1 Chromebook technology program. Occ eve + wknd hrs. May undergo background checks. Salary $61,113 per year. Must have Bachelors degree in Chinese, Education, or related field. Must hold (or be eligible for) appropriate state certification. Must have ability to plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies Also requires fluency in Chinese (Mandarin). Apply at https://dcinternationalschool.org/.

Faculty and Staff Development/Benefits: DCI is committed to the principles of servant leadership and to providing faculty and staff with the resources and training they need to provide an excellent education experience for every student and family.

• We have a benefits package that includes health and disability insurance and paid leave.
• We offer teachers daily planning time, professional development, and reasonable class sizes.
• Teachers and staff have the appropriate technology and support to do their work.

DC International School is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural and multilingual environment.