part time mandarin teacher

Job Overview

BloomingHaus is looking for a warm, energetic, and creative Part-Time Mandarin Teacher to conduct Mandarin classes for babies and toddlers.

The teacher will introduce Mandarin through a play-based, interactive, and Montessori-inspired approach, using music, movement, storytelling, sensory activities, and hands-on learning to create a fun and meaningful early language experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging Mandarin classes for babies and toddlers.
• Introduce basic Mandarin vocabulary, expressions, sounds, and simple instructions through songs, rhymes, stories, games, movement, and play.
• Create a warm, playful, and welcoming classroom environment for children and parents/caregivers.
• Provide consistent Mandarin exposure throughout the class while adapting to each child’s age and developmental stage.
• Incorporate age-appropriate sensory, movement, fine motor, and interactive activities into Mandarin learning.
• Follow BloomingHaus’ Montessori-inspired and play-based teaching approach.
• Prepare simple lesson plans and activities based on the monthly themes and learning objectives.
• Prepare teaching materials, props, books, flashcards, and other resources before each class.
• Ensure each session has clear and age-appropriate learning goals.
• Observe children’s participation and engagement throughout the class.
• Communicate positively with parents/caregivers and provide a brief class recap when required.
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and assistants when Mandarin is integrated into Baby Class, Sensory, Little Sonata, or other programs.
• Contribute creative ideas for new Mandarin activities, songs, games, and themes.
• Attend relevant teacher training, evaluations, and program meetings when required.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness, safety, and organization.
• Follow BloomingHaus’ SOPs, teaching standards, schedule, and professional guidelines.

Requirements

• Strong Mandarin speaking and pronunciation skills.
• Previous experience teaching babies, toddlers, preschoolers, or young children is preferred.
• Passionate about early childhood education and comfortable interacting with parents.
• Warm, patient, energetic, expressive, and engaging.
• Creative and confident in using songs, movement, storytelling, and props.
• Interested in or familiar with Montessori-inspired or play-based learning.
• Responsible, punctual, well-groomed, and professional.
• Available to teach on an agreed part-time schedule, including selected weekdays and/or weekends.
• Willing to follow and adapt to BloomingHaus’ curriculum and teaching standards.

Key Performance Areas

• Class Engagement: Children are happy, comfortable, and actively engaged.
• Learning Experience: Mandarin activities are fun, interactive, and age-appropriate.
• Learning Goals: Each class has clear and relevant learning objectives.
• Parent Experience: Maintains positive and professional communication with parents.
• Preparation: Lesson plans and teaching materials are prepared before class.
• Professionalism: Consistently punctual, responsible, positive, and aligned with BloomingHaus’ standards.
• Program Contribution: Actively contributes ideas to improve the Mandarin Baby & Toddler Program.

Skills: Teaching, Communication Skills, Language Teaching, Teamwork