Academic English (ESL) Teacher – Mandarin Required
Premier Academy Walnut is seeking a passionate and engaging Academic English (ESL) Teacher to join our academic team. This role focuses on helping Mandarin-speaking students develop the English language skills they need to succeed in U.S. schools. Depending on your experience and expertise, you'll work with students from elementary through high school in personalised 1-to-1 lessons, helping them build confidence in English and transition successfully into an English-speaking academic environment.
If you're passionate about helping English language learners thrive both academically and confidently, we'd love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Teach personalised 1-to-1 Academic English (ESL) lessons based on each student's English proficiency and learning goals.
- Deliver engaging lessons using Premier Academy's curriculum and teaching materials.
- Help students develop speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation skills.
- Support students transitioning into U.S. schools by strengthening their academic English and classroom communication.
- Build students' confidence in using English for school, daily life, and social interactions.
- Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback to parents and the management team.
- Adapt teaching strategies to meet each student's English proficiency, learning style, and academic goals.
- Create a positive, encouraging, and engaging learning environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in English, TESOL, Linguistics, Education, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of teaching or tutoring experience.
- Strong communication and classroom management skills.
- Passion for teaching English language learners.
- Ability to adapt lessons for students with different English proficiency levels.
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin (spoken and written) is required.
- Well-organised, reliable, professional, and punctual.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching ESL, ELD, EFL, or Academic English.
- Experience working with newly arrived immigrant students or English language learners.
- Strong knowledge of the Walnut Valley Unified School District (WVUSD), including ELD programmes and academic pathways.
- Experience teaching in a tutoring centre, private school, or educational setting.
Why Join Premier Academy?
- Small class sizes with personalised instruction.
- Curriculum and teaching materials provided.
- Supportive and collaborative teaching environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and curriculum development.
- Make a meaningful impact on students' confidence and academic success.
- Join one of Walnut's leading academic enrichment and college preparation centres.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're passionate about education and helping students succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Interested applicants are invited to send their resume and a brief introduction to:
office@premieracademywalnut.com
Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Our Difference
For 20 years and growing, Premier Academy Walnut has been dedicated to provide an enriching and well-rounded experience for students to reach their academic goal. Here at our institution, we offer in-person and online tutoring & test prep, group classes, and college planning, year-round for students of all grade levels.
Our mission is to give our students the perspective and guidance needed to set them off to the right path inside and outside of school. We delicately put our minds and hearts together within our faculty to make sure we consolidate the right goals in mind & perspective with our students.
Careers
Our Vision & Mission
Premier Academy Walnut is a collective of dedicated and experienced educators committed to being an essential educational resource, empowering young learners to excel both in and outside of school.
Our Values
Health & Safety: Prioritize the well-being of everyone in our community.Learning-as-a-Lifestyle: Embrace continuous learning and growth.Progress-Driven: Strive for improvement and achievement.Grit & Perseverance: Demonstrate resilience and determination in the face of challenges