Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12 th  grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

Join Our Team as a Mandarin Preschool Teacher!

Are you passionate about early childhood education and fluent in Mandarin? We’re looking for a dedicated  Mandarin Teacher to join our vibrant school community! This is a rewarding opportunity to support young learners in developing foundational language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—all in a warm, engaging, and nurturing environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

$2,500 Hiring Bonus – Paid after 90 days of employment

Competitive Pay – $26.00 to $34.00 per hour

Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Work-Life Balance – Paid holidays, sick time, and a predictable weekday schedule

Tuition Discount – Stratford tuition discount for your child

Growth & Development – Ongoing professional training and support

What You’ll Do

Plan and lead Mandarin instruction in Preschool and Pre-K classrooms

Foster a joyful and structured learning environment

Maintain Mandarin curriculum materials and contribute to program development

Collaborate with fellow teachers and staff to create a cohesive experience

Communicate regularly with parents and school leaders

What We’re Looking For

Fluency in Mandarin and English

12 ECE units or equivalent from an accredited college or university

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or related field preferred

6+ months of experience in a licensed childcare setting

Authorized to work in the U.S.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.