Elementary Mandarin Chinese Immersion Teacher

Elementary Mandarin Chinese Immersion Teacher 26-27 School Year

• Position Type:
  Teacher/ Elementary
• Date Posted: 2/25/2026
• Location:
  
  Eagle Point Elementary

Elementary Mandarin Chinese Immersion Teacher - 1.0 FTE 26-27 School Year

Work Schedule:

8 hours/day, 194 duty days

Pay and Benefits:

In accordance with the ISD 622 teacher labor agreement

Perform professional classroom teaching under the supervision of a Principal while collaborating in a professional learning community to meet student needs and develop effective biliteracy practices. The teacher will implement lessons using research-based immersion strategies, including goal-setting, assessment, and scaffolding, to ensure instruction is relevant, consistent with the District curriculum, and accessible to all learners.

• Deliver elementary curriculum in English and Mandarin Chinese, adhering to the program's specific language allocation model.
• Utilize research-based immersion practices, including content-based instruction and scaffolding, to explicitly facilitate the bridge between Mandarin Chinese and English, helping students identify linguistic patterns and transfer academic concepts across both languages.
• Maintain high-impact instruction by consistently utilizing and modeling professional academic Mandarin Chinese during designated blocks, ensuring students are immersed in a high-quality linguistic environment.
• Implement district and school goals/objectives using the provided curriculum, instructional resources, and technologies.
• Evaluate student performance according to district systems, maintain required records, and use data to focus on student achievement.
• Maintain regular, effective communication (verbally and in writing) with parents, students, and staff in both Mandarin Chinese and English.
• As part of instructional planning, occasionally translate and adapt curriculum materials to ensure students have access to high-quality, linguistically appropriate Mandarin Chinese-language resources.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive learning environment within the classroom and school community.

• Valid Minnesota teaching license in Elementary Education (K-6).
• Language Proficiency:
  Demonstrated ability to use precise academic language and communicate effectively in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
• Meet the professional development requirements of the MN READ Act. This requires having already completed an MDE-approved professional development program (e.g., LETRS, CORE OL&LA, CAREIALL) or the ability to complete such training independently.
• Considerable knowledge of core curriculum areas, teaching methods, and researched best practices.
• Knowledge and skill in inclusive instructional practices, including the ability to provide a balanced curriculum that meets the needs of all learners and ensures equitable access for a diverse student population.
• Must demonstrate continued professional development through coursework, research, and peer collaboration.
• Ability to use multiple assessment and evaluation techniques proven effective in dual language education.
• Working ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology to enhance instruction.
• Considerable ability to work in a professional learning community (PLC) learning environment with other teachers and support staff.

• Previous experience teaching in an elementary immersion program.
• Prior successful experience in an urban setting working with a diverse student population.
• Specialized training or certification in bilingual teaching methods, in addition to general elementary licensure.

Independent School District 622 (North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale) does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Postings current as of 2/27/2026 7:39:13 AM CST.

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