• SCHOOL / DEPT: Chinese Language and Culture Center/Elementary School
• REPORTS TO: Director of Chinese and Dual Language Programs/ Elementary School Principal
• APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026

At ISB, We All Belong

ISB is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals feel they belong, are seen, valued, and heard. We embrace diversity as a source of strength and are enriched through our differences. We are committed to equitable treatment for all, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, background, identity, orientation, or ability.

We seek employees who are committed to cultivating a sense of belonging, ensuring that everyone at ISB feels safe, respected, and treated fairly.

Our Mission

We are an inspiring international community in Beijing where thinkers and leaders find their place in the world and serve others. So that learning is at its best, we build strong relationships and set high expectations together. We are committed to challenging and joyful learning with the freedom to explore.

JOB GOAL/PURPOSE:

The primary goal of this position is to plan, organize, and implement developmentally appropriate Chinese instructional programs for students from EY3 through Grade 5. The teacher will ensure comprehensive coverage of Early Years Education, Chinese Language and Literature, and Chinese as an Additional Language standard. Instruction should be responsive to students’ language backgrounds and proficiency levels, with an intentional focus on Chinese culture, language development, and meaningful language use in authentic contexts.

The role also involves implementing research-based classroom practices that foster both social-emotional development and academic achievement, with careful attention to the learning needs of each student. The teacher will model and uphold the ISB mission, vision, and school values, adhering to the school’s professional code of conduct and ethics. Collaboration is an essential part of the position, requiring close partnership with the Chinese department, school administration, and the Office of Learning to ensure a coherent and articulated Chinese curriculum across grade levels. In addition, the teacher will take a leadership or supportive role in organizing and promoting Chinese language and cultural events within the ISB community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching Practice

• Design and deliver engaging, inquiry-based, culturally responsive lessons that develop students' Chinese language proficiency and literacy across listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
• Implement inclusive, differentiated, and research-informed instruction that meets the diverse needs of Chinese heritage speakers and additional-language learners.
• Apply principles from the science of learning to strengthen retention, understanding, learner independence, and transfer of learning.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress, provide actionable feedback, inform instruction, and communicate student learning.
• Foster student agency, wellbeing, and a positive learning environment that supports whole-child development.
• Integrate educational technology meaningfully to enhance student learning and access to the curriculum. Serve as an ES Co-Mentoring teacher and actively contribute to ISB's positive school culture and Dragon Spirit.

Schoolwide Practice

• Collaborate with colleagues, instructional coaches, learning support specialists, counselors, and school leaders to support inclusive and effective learning.
• Contribute to Chinese curriculum development and refinement using ISB's curriculum framework, ensuring alignment of standards, instruction, and assessment.
• Participate in collaborative planning, vertical articulation, and school improvement initiatives to strengthen curriculum coherence and student outcomes.
• Provide professional guidance and supervision to instructional assistants, where applicable.
• Support school events, Chinese cultural celebrations, and co-curricular programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Head of School, Elementary School Principal or Director of Chinese and Dual Language Learning.

Professional Practice

• Take ownership of continuous professional growth through goal-setting, reflective practice, feedback, and evidence-informed improvement.
• Engage in collaborative professional learning, including professional learning communities, peer observations, and departmental planning, to improve teaching and student outcomes.
• Stay current with research and effective practices in Chinese language acquisition, literacy, multilingual education, and the science of learning.
• Build positive partnerships with families through proactive, culturally responsive communication about curriculum and student progress.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Master's degree in Chinese Language, Elementary Education, Bilingual Education, Applied Linguistics, or a related field.
• Native-level Mandarin proficiency and professional working proficiency in English.
• Current, relevant teaching certification or licensure from a recognized or accredited institution.
• Minimum five years of successful full-time teaching experience, preferably in an international or multicultural school setting.
• Experience in curriculum development using Understanding by Design (UbD) and familiarity with relevant standards and frameworks, including ACTFL, Common Core, Chinese National Language Arts Standards, and IB PYP.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice (DEIJ), and culturally and linguistically responsive teaching.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• CV
• Teaching video: Applicants are strongly encouraged to prepare a teaching video that showcases instructional abilities in their subject area. (Please note that if selected for an interview, we may request the video at a later stage.)
• References: We require the contact information for three confidential references, including a current direct supervisor and one other direct supervisor from previous employment.