Newbridge Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging
Mandarin Teacher to join our team for the upcoming school year.
We are a small, bilingual independent school in South Surrey committed to providing students with a warm, supportive learning environment and meaningful language instruction. Our small class sizes allow teachers to build strong relationships with students and create highly interactive lessons.
Position Details
- Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday, 1:50 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
- Hours: 3 hours per week
- Compensation: $30-35/hour
- Start Date: September 2026
Responsibilities
- Teach two 90-minute Mandarin classes Tuesday and Thursday to students in Grades 8-9.
- Classes may include combined grade groupings depending on enrolment.
- Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons that foster confidence in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Mandarin.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying language abilities.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and administration to support student learning.
Qualifications
- Fluency in Mandarin and strong English communication skills.
- Experience working with both native Mandarin speakers and Mandarin as a Second Language learners is considered a strong asset.
- A creative, energetic, and student-centred approach to teaching.
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
- Eligibility to work in Canada.
Why Join Newbridge Academy?
- Small class sizes of 4–8 students
- Supportive and collaborative teaching environment
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students and families
- Freedom to create fun, engaging, and interactive lessons
- Consistent weekday morning schedule, leaving afternoons free for other commitments
If you are passionate about language learning and enjoy helping young students develop confidence and curiosity in Mandarin, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your teaching experience and philosophy. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted directly.
