Mandarin Chinese Teacher Bilingual Early Learning Center

About Us Little Caterpillar Academy is a new bilingual early learning center in Issaquah, WA, building on the strong foundation and reputation of our long-running family daycare program, The Little Caterpillars . We serve children ages 1-5 years old in a warm, nurturing, and play-based environment that emphasizes bilingual immersion (English + Mandarin) , social-emotional growth, and strong partnerships with families. Your Role This is a full-time position , working Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM . This role is primarily Mandarin Chinese-focused . The teacher is responsible for delivering Mandarin-language learning and daily care, while collaborating with English-speaking teaching partners.

Responsibilities include:

Plan and lead engaging Mandarin Chinese activities , including circle time, songs, stories, art, and daily routines Use Mandarin Chinese consistently and naturally throughout the day during play, transitions, and caregiving routines Support children's language development, social skills, and emotional growth through play-based learning Collaborate with English teachers to support a balanced bilingual classroom environment Observe and document children's progress and share updates with families Maintain a safe, warm, and developmentally appropriate classroom Follow all licensing, health, and safety requirements Required Qualifications Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or GED Fluency in Mandarin Chinese Fluent English communication skills to collaborate with staff and communicate with parents 2-3 years of experience working with children ages 1-5 in a licensed childcare or early learning setting ECE Initial Certificate, ECE Short Certificate, or ECE State Certificate, or currently working toward one Preferred Qualifications Lead Teacher experience in a family home daycare or center-based program Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field Experience in bilingual or immersion programs CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Why Join Us? Competitive compensation, based on experience Opportunity for performance-based bonuses Paid holidays: approximately 8 days per year Paid winter break: two weeks, aligned with the Lake Washington School District calendar Paid sick leave Small class sizes with strong teacher-child ratios Supportive, respectful, and family-like work environment Paid professional development support Long-term growth opportunities as our center expands How to Apply Please send your resume and a short note about your experience working with young children and Mandarin Chinese language instruction to: LuluWang@LittleCaterpillarAcademy.com

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Early childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)

Language:

Mandarin Chinese (Required)

License/Certification:

WA ECE initial, short, or state certificate (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Issaquah, WA 98027 (Required)

Work Location:

In person