Mandarin Teacher (Part-time, In-person)

Panda Mandarin Language Programs is committed to creating a world of connections through learning that is FUN, ENGAGING, and AUTHENTIC for all students, no matter what age or skill level. We offer a variety of Mandarin & Cantonese classes for children both virtually and three locations across the Greater Toronto Area. We are a Toronto-based company but with a North American reach, and our teachers are trained with a focus on the needs of students in the US and Canada.

Our programs are highly interactive through storytelling, music, games, and art but also with a strong focus on practical applications of Mandarin & Cantonese. Our students are well supported by a highly qualified teaching team as well as modern content & tools to help them keep engaged outside the classroom.

Our collaborative team delivers a quality language program that creates a warm and holistic learning experience where parents and students feel a sense of connection and support. If you have a passion for teaching children and making language learning fun, come join our team!

We are looking to fill positions in three locations and online:

• Etobicoke (68 Daisy Ave)
• Markham (105 Gibson Dr)
• Midtown (3217 Yonge St)
• Danforth (TBD)
• Virtual (Zoom)

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English – reading, speaking, and writing Simplified Chinese/pinyin.
• 1‐2 years experience in teaching preferred.
• High energetic, creative, and great with young children is a must!
• Flexible work schedule – weekend availability required, with possible after-school times possible.
• Ability to speak Cantonese is a bonus

Responsibilities

• Review lesson materials, deliver fun and engaging Mandarin lessons to children from 2-12 years old in an in-person class settings, and support outside of classroom learning by uploading audio, video, and photos of lesson materials.
• Note progress & feedback for students in order to help them advance and improve their Mandarin language learning.
• Work with an enthusiastic and supportive team with opportunities to develop/improve our curriculum and get opportunities for career advancement.
• Represent Panda Mandarin and engage with parents who may participate in the class with their child or come to pick-up/drop-off.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Do you have IN-PERSON experience teaching children 12 years old and under?
• Which location(s) are you able to available to teach at? Please answer with one or more: A) Etobicoke, B), Markham, C) Midtown, D) Downtown Toronto E) Danforth, F) Online
• Please indicate which age group(s) you have experience teaching: A) Under 4 years old B) 4-5 years old C) 6-9 years old D) 10+ years old E) adults
• Which of the following time slots are you available to work? Please answer with one or more. A) Weekday afternoons after 4PM B) Saturday mornings C) Saturday afternoons D) Sunday mornings E) Sunday afternoons

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience

• teaching: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• Mandarin (required)
• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person