Mandarin Teacher at Lagos Preparatory & Secondary School (LPSS)

Key Responsibilities

• Teach Mandarin language courses across Key Stages 3 - 4 following the British curriculum and international language standards.
• Develop engaging lesson plans that promote speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
• Regularly provide class work and assignments; keep and maintain assessment records at all times.
• Implement the school’s teaching and learning policy and effectively follow the procedures for assessing, recording, and reporting students’ progress, as well as setting targets for further improvement in line with the whole school policy.
• Ensure safeguarding and protect the welfare of children and young people
• Prepare students for language assessments, including IGCSE and other relevant qualifications.
• Foster interest in the Chinese language and culture through creative teaching methods and extracurricular activities.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate Mandarin into the wider school curriculum and events.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation.
• Provide learning interventions in Mandarin language for students who require it

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mandarin, Chinese Language, Education, or a related field.
• Teaching qualification, i.e., PGCE or equivalent international certification.
• Proven experience teaching Mandarin, preferably within a British or international school setting.
• Cambridge qualifications in the subjects are an added advantage.
• Strong command of Mandarin and English language.
• Familiarity with the British curriculum and the IGCSE Mandarin syllabus is an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal and planning skills.
• Passion for teaching and ability to inspire students of diverse backgrounds.
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience as a Mandarin Teacher in a structured School.
• Good Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong classroom management and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students from diverse backgrounds.
• Good understanding of students' differentiated learning strategies.

Salary
Attractive, commensurate with skills and experience.