At Hawken, we believe in learning that matters in a community where each individual matters. We hire skilled and collaborative educators with the passion and commitment to help each student learn deeply and feel seen, heard and valued.
The ideal candidate for any teaching position at Hawken School:
Believes in Hawken’s purpose, promise and principles
Builds strong, positive, and supportive relationships with students and colleagues
Thrives on a team; leans into opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, students, and community partners
Is reflective and thoughtful about their practice. Seeks feedback and is excited to learn and grow as a teacher, curriculum designer, community member, and connector with students
Designs and facilitates student-centered learning experiences that result in deeper learning and high-quality student work
Has experience working in a diverse community and is committed to the ideals of diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and joy
Holds high expectations for students and provides high levels of support, as needed, to ensure each student meets or exceeds those high expectations
THE POSITION
Hawken Upper School is seeking a PART-TIME CHINESE LANGUAGE AND CULTURE TEACHER. The ideal candidate has experience with or is willing to learn about and implement a language-acquisition, proficiency-based approach to second-language instruction.
Candidates who have experience teaching Chinese and supporting students with learning differences may be considered for a full-time position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Primary Teaching Responsibility
Teach the equivalent of two or three sections of Chinese (approximately 30-35 total students) during the fall and spring terms
Note: We offer Chinese I through AP Chinese, and this position will be responsible for teaching a range of levels.
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Requirements
Master’s degree in Chinese Language and Culture or related field
Experience teaching Chinese language and culture, preferably in a secondary school setting
Ability to implement a language-acquisition, proficiency-based approach to second-language instruction
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students
Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and joy
Interested in this position? Submit your application to Hawken School before the deadline.
