Job Description

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time Upper School MYP Mandarin Teacher implements and delivers curriculum based on the IB philosophy and helps direct students’ activities to reach his or her fullest potential in the specified academic areas as well as the community as a whole. In Language Acquisition, the position of Upper School MYP Mandarin teacher entails using the target language in class, including through authentic and instructional materials that incorporate culture, and facilitating students’ contributions in the target language through reading, writing, speaking, and listening activities.

JOB SCOPE

The Upper School MYP Mandarin Teacher adheres to the guidelines of the IB and his or her department about choosing and implementing curricula at appropriate levels for program and student development. Within the overarching structure of these guidelines, the teacher retains autonomy in the classroom in terms of how lessons are designed, implemented, and evaluated. In Language Acquisition, the Upper School MYP Mandarin teacher communicates with his or her colleagues to ensure appropriate alignment of assignments and concepts to meet program goals. In addition, the Upper School MYP Mandarin teacher supports and contributes to initiatives in the larger Upper School community, including by finding opportunities to share language and culture with the whole school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implements all curricula within the designated subject area(s) following IB guidelines
• Develops and follows a year at a glance that includes all IB connections and components
• Develops the curriculum and syllabus for each academic year based on current IB and/or other accreditation standards and other educational requirements
• Keeps records of all parent communications and shares them with Upper School Head as requested and/or as necessary
• Maintains updated records of each student’s progress on a timely basis
• Maintains the designated classroom
• Facilitates a student advisory group through one-on-one meetings, small- and large-group meetings with other teachers, and team building activities as required
• Prepares and submits required reports, including conference reports, lesson plans, and ongoing unit plans and modifications
• Posts all Upper School grades and assignments only in ManageBac in a timely manner as specified in the Upper School Grading Policy
• Plans, prepares, and conducts conferences with parents as one of the team
• Works cooperatively with other members of the Upper School faculty in the planning and execution of interdisciplinary projects, community events, and other Upper School activities
• Attends parent education events and community functions as detailed in the Staff Handbook
• Attends department meeting, all-staff meetings, and school functions as outlined in the Employee Handbook, employment contract or as required
• Attends monthly all-staff, Upper School faculty, and department meetings as required
• Leads or co-leads an advisory of Upper School students and facilitates student-led conferences with families
• Completes other tasks as assigned by the Head of School, Director of Upper School, IB Coordinator or designate

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists in ordering and keeping an inventory of needed equipment and supplies
• Sponsors a student-led club or organization as required
• Writes letters of recommendation for students as required
• Proctors PSAT and DP examinations as required
• Attends IB professional development as scheduled by the IB Coordinator
• Acts as chaperon on domestic and international trips as required
• Completes state-mandated bus driver training and drives an Alcuin bus on field trips when required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Required:

• Ability to provide documents verifying authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must pass Criminal Background Checks, Drug Testing, and Reference Check
• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 5 years teaching experience
• Appropriate level of fluency in the target language (Mandarin)
• Ability to interact and communicate appropriately and professionally in both written and verbal format with parents, students, and colleagues
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suite of products
• Must demonstrate and enthusiastically support the School’s Mission

Preferred:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree
• IB Diploma Programme teaching experience
• Working knowledge of ManageBac, Blackbaud, Naviance and Parchment platforms

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position has no direct reports

PAY RANGE

Pay is based on experience and is competitive with Independent Schools in the Dallas, Texas, area.

WORK SCHEDULE

We operate on a straight AB academic schedule. While class timing remains consistent, faculty must be available to work any day of the week based on the rotating schedule pattern. The position requires flexibility to accommodate this alternating schedule structure.

JOB CONDITIONS

• Works in standard office and classroom climate and conditions
• Works outdoors supervising students at carpool and on school trips
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30lbs of supplies

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES CAN SUBMIT A COVER PAGE AND RESUME TO:

Ty.hathorn@alcuinschool.org

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