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Chinese Curriculum & Content Specialist (Contract-to-Hire Opportunity) About Us iChineseReader is a digital Chinese reading, assessment, and instructional platform serving K-12 Chinese language programs worldwide. Our platform supports a wide range of instructional settings, including:

• Chinese Immersion Programs
• Chinese as a Second Language (CSL) Programs
• IB Chinese Programs (PYP / MYP / DP) We provide:
• leveled digital Chinese readers
• instructional teaching resources
• practice and assessment tools
• intelligent reporting and teaching support solutions As our platform evolves from a digital reading resource library into a comprehensive curriculum solution, we are seeking a highly capable Chinese Curriculum & Content Specialist to join our growing team.

This is an initial contract position with the potential to transition into a full-time role based on business needs and individual performance. Position Title Chinese Curriculum & Content Specialist Employment Type

• Contract Position (Contract-to-Hire Opportunity)
• Full-time equivalent workload expected
• Potential for full-time conversion Work Arrangement
• Hybrid (remote/onsite, depending on location and team needs) Position Summary The Chinese Curriculum & Content Specialist will play a key role in developing, organizing, and enhancing Chinese instructional content across multiple educational programs.

This role combines:

• curriculum research
• content development
• instructional design
• assessment collaboration
• cross-functional project execution The ideal candidate understands both Chinese language pedagogy and digital educational product development, and is excited to work in an AI-integrated content and curriculum development environment, where AI is embedded into research, ideation, workflow design, productivity, and content innovation.

Key Responsibilities 1. Curriculum Research & Standards Alignment Research and analyze curriculum frameworks for:

• Chinese Immersion programs
• Chinese as a Second Language programs
• IB Chinese programs Responsibilities include:
• interpreting curriculum standards
• analyzing instructional progressions
• identifying classroom expectations and instructional needs
• supporting curriculum framework development 2. Chinese Content Development Develop, revise, and optimize Chinese instructional content, including:
• reading materials
• instructional content
• workbook exercises
• learning activities
• assessment items
• teacher support resources Ensure content is:
• linguistically accurate
• age-appropriate
• pedagogically effective
• aligned with curriculum goals 3. Curriculum Design & Resource Mapping Support structured curriculum development by:
• aligning platform resources with instructional objectives
• participating in semester and unit-level curriculum design
• organizing content into coherent instructional pathways
• supporting differentiated curriculum solutions for different learner groups This may include:
• teaching materials
• assigned readings
• workbook practice
• formative assessments
• summative assessments 4. Product Collaboration & Platform Development Work closely with Content, Product and IT teams to:
• support content-related product initiatives
• help define content taxonomy and tagging structures
• contribute to curriculum-related platform feature planning
• support quality assurance for content releases 5.

Assessment Development Support Collaborate on:

• formative assessment development
• summative assessment design
• instructional validity review
• level consistency and progression alignment 6. Project Execution & Cross-Team Coordination
• manage assigned content-related initiatives
• track deliverables and timelines
• participate in internal planning and reviews
• coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders 7. AI-Integrated Workflow & Innovation
• thrive in an AI-integrated working environment where AI is embedded into curriculum research, content development, workflow optimization, and productivity enhancement
• effectively leverage AI tools to accelerate ideation, structuring, drafting, iteration, and operational efficiency
• critically evaluate, refine, and elevate AI-generated outputs to ensure pedagogical quality, instructional relevance, and content accuracy
• contribute to the ongoing evolution of AI-integrated team workflows and content development practices Qualifications Required
• Native or near-native Chinese proficiency
• Strong written Chinese communication skills
• Bachelor's degree or above in one of the following (or related fields):
• Chinese Education
• Curriculum & Instruction
• Applied Linguistics
• Chinese Language / Literature
• Education
• Educational Technology 3+ years of relevant experience in:
• Chinese language teaching
• curriculum development
• educational content development
• Familiarity with K-12 Chinese instructional environments
• Comfort working in AI-integrated professional workflows and willingness to continuously adapt to evolving tools and processes. Preferred Experience with one or more of the following:
• Chinese Immersion programs
• CSL programs
• IB Chinese programs
• digital educational content development
• assessment design
• Edtech product environments
• project coordination Ideal Candidate You are someone who:
• is passionate about Chinese language education
• understands both teaching and curriculum design
• thinks structurally, not just editorially
• enjoys building systems, not just individual lessons
• can balance pedagogy with practical execution
• communicates well across teams
• thrives in a fast-evolving educational product environment Compensation $70,000
• 85,000 annual equivalent, depending on experience, qualifications, and scope of engagement. For strong candidates with highly relevant experience, compensation may be discussed accordingly.
• Why Join Us This is an opportunity to help shape the future of Chinese digital learning.
• You will contribute not only to content development, but also to the evolution of a next-generation Chinese curriculum platform.
• You will join a forward-looking educational product team actively evolving AI-integrated workflows to shape the future of Chinese digital learning.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to:

• make meaningful impact in Chinese education
• participate in curriculum innovation
• work at the intersection of education and technology
• grow with an evolving teamStrong contributors who demonstrate long-term fit may be considered for full-time employment opportunities in the future.

iChineseReader is an equal opportunity employer. We make hiring decisions based on qualifications, experience, and business needs, in compliance with applicable employment laws. Please email your resume and cover letter to edwardgui@ichineseedu.com. Eligible candidates will be contacted for interview.

Pay:

$70,000.00

• $85,000.

00 per year

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Millbrae, CA 94030