MANDARIN TEACHER (ADULTS) – PART-TIME (POTENTIAL FOR FULL-TIME)

Location: London, UK
Salary: £25-£40 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Part-Time (potential transition to Full-Time)

ABOUT US

Play Mandarin has been a leading provider of Mandarin education for children in London, and we are now expanding to offer Mandarin classes for adults! Our new Adult Program is developed in partnership with the Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning (TCML) and the Taiwanese government, focusing on Traditional Chinese and Taiwanese culture.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for two passionate and experienced Mandarin teachers to join our team and teach adult learners in an engaging, interactive, and culturally immersive way.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience: Previous experience teaching Mandarin to adults is required.
Lesson Planning: Ability to design engaging and structured lesson plans.
Creative Teaching Style: We welcome teachers who go beyond traditional methods and make learning fun!
Commitment & Reliability: Punctual, responsible, and passionate about teaching Mandarin.
Visa Requirements: Applicants must have a valid visa for at least 9 to 12 months to be eligible for this role.
Career Growth: Opportunity to transition from part-time to full-time based on performance and contributions.

BONUS SKILLS (HIGHLY VALUED!)

If you have any additional cultural skills, we’d love to see them in action! Some examples:
Mahjong – Teach language through interactive games.
Calligraphy & Chinese Painting – Introduce students to Chinese artistic traditions.
Tea Ceremony – Create an immersive cultural experience.
Handicrafts (Lantern Making, Paper Cutting, etc.) – Make learning hands-on and fun.
Tai Chi, Poetry, Traditional Music, Feng Shui, etc. – Any cultural expertise is a plus!

• Plan and deliver high-quality Mandarin lessons to adult learners.
• Use a mix of structured materials and flexible lesson designs to cater to different learning styles.
• Create an engaging and fun classroom environment.
• Incorporate elements of Taiwanese culture into lessons.
• Prepare trial lessons and teaching plans as needed.
• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and responsibility in all teaching activities.