My World Mandarin Nature School 小世界中文户外学校
100% Nature-Based Mandarin Immersion

We are building something rare: a joyful, calm, outdoor Mandarin immersion school where teachers can focus on teaching — not paperwork, chaos, or burnout.

If you love children, nature, and meaningful work, we would love to meet you.

Why Work at My World

We protect teacher energy

No Sunday planning — our full-year curriculum is already designed
1 hour of paid documentation & prep time daily (1:30–2:30 PM)
Guaranteed 30-minute off-duty lunch break
No uploading photos or writing reports at home

You show up, teach beautifully, go home, and still have a life.

Open Positions

1. Mandarin Nature Preschool – Lead Teacher

📍 Maple Leaf, Seattle | 🕒 Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Mandarin-speaking Lead Teacher to bring our beautifully designed nature-based curriculum to life.

This role is ideal for someone who loves teaching, but does not want to build curriculum from scratch.

What You’ll Do

Follow our 12-month curriculum roadmap (themes, goals, and activities provided)
Lead daily flow: circle time, outdoor exploration, projects, meals, and rest
Maintain 100% Mandarin immersion during instructional time
Guide children through emotions, conflict, and social growth
Spend significant time outdoors in all seasons

Who You Are

Confident managing a classroom of 3–5 year-olds
Comfortable with structure, routines, and written curriculum
Warm, grounded, and calm under pressure
Familiar with Montessori, Waldorf, or nature-based education

Requirements

WA State DCYF Lead Teacher qualified (ECE Initial Cert or higher)
Native-level Mandarin (speaking, reading, writing)
2+ years leading a preschool classroom

Compensation & Benefits

$24–$35/hr (DOE)
Overtime at 1.5×
Paid holidays + generous PTO
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Education stipend
Employee tuition discount

2. Mandarin Chinese Teacher(Part-time)

** We are currently only hiring residents of Seattle and the surrounding areas.

** NO visa sponsorship provided.

**Outdoor working environment(indoor backup locations provided)

Job Summary
My World Mandarin Nature School is seeking passionate, professional, and dedicated individuals to join our team as preschool Chinese(Mandarin) Language assistant Teachers for Mercer Island/South Seattle locations.

If you are fluent in Mandarin and English, love teaching, and align with innovative educational philosophies, we invite you to apply!

Location

Primary Outdoor Location: choose 1-3 from
1. S. Seattle 2. N. Seattle 3. Central District 4. Mercer Island 5. Bellevue (commute required).

Backup Location: Indoor facilities(in Bellevue) are provided during inclement weather.

Working Hours

school year schedule

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 3-5pm
Wed: 1:30-5:30pm

summer camp schedule(Jun 23th-Aug 29th)

M-F 9:30AM-3:30PM

availability for both schedules is much preferred.

Schedules are negotiable based on mutual availability.

Duties

Facilitate and support students in learning Chinese in both outdoor and indoor environments.
Assist lead teachers in executing educational and organizational tasks.
Fully understand and integrate the school’s educational philosophy into daily teaching.
Detailed responsibilities will be discussed during the interview.

Compensation

$20-30/hour

Paid training provided

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and staff.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also demonstrating independence when necessary.
Language Proficiency: Fluency in Mandarin (standard pronunciation) and English.
Attributes: Responsible, caring, patient, and professional.
Alignment: Must align with our school’s educational philosophy and values.
Experience: Prior knowledge of or experience with Waldorf education is highly preferred.

Eligibility:

Applicants must currently reside in the greater Seattle area.
Must have valid work authorization in the U.S.

We invite qualified candidates who are eager to inspire the next generation of learners to apply for this rewarding opportunity in our educational institution. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to us directly with your resume or any inquiries.

Join us in creating a positive and inspiring learning environment for students in Seattle!

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

3. Summer Internship & Outdoor Mandarin Educator

📍 Seattle & Eastside | 🗓 June – August 2026

Join our award-winning Mandarin nature camps as a Summer Camp Guide and language role model.

You Will

Lead small groups (ages 3–8)
Speak Mandarin all day
Teach outdoors in parks and gardens

Who Should Apply

Fluent Mandarin speakers
Majors in Education, Languages, Psychology, Environmental Science
Loves kids + outdoors

Compensation

Varied based on experience and ability
Completion bonus
Internship credit available

How to Apply

📩 Email your resume to: nature@myworldedu.com
🌐Or: contact us via our website myworldedu.com

We look forward to meeting educators and professionals who want meaningful, joyful work.