Laboratory Schools: Temporary Mandarin/Chinese Long-Term Substitute Teacher

* The teacher will work collaboratively with colleagues across faculties and departments, as well as parents, administrators, and other members of the school staff.* The candidate will exhibit knowledge and competence in a broad range of pedagogical techniques and best practices in world language instruction, including the use of technology in the world language classroom.* This is a position filling in for a teacher on maternity leave. The anticipated start date for this position is January 2026 - June 2026.* Knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion issues and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students required.* Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.* Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.* Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans and assessment tools required.* Analytical skills required.* Problem-solving skills required.* Decision-making skills required.* Attention to detail required.* Organizational skills required.* Computational skills required.* Creativity required.* Flexibility required.* Verbal and written communication skills* Interpersonal skills required.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.* Ability to manage stressful situations required.* Ability to maintain confidentiality required.* Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet the deadlines required.* Knowledge of technology-based instruction preferred.* Two years of experience teaching World Languages in primary or secondary education required.* Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is required.* Fluency in English required.* Experience developing curriculum preferred.* Ability to move in and around the classroom/building to interact with students, faculty, staff, parents, and other members of the community.* Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property* When appropriate, the ability to escort children from one classroom to another, in and out of the building during arrival and dismissal, and in an emergency situation.* Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.To learn more about the university click here #J-18808-Ljbffr