Villanova Prep is an exceptional co-ed, college preparatory school in beautiful Ojai, California. Founded by Augustinian Friars and ranked as one of the best Catholic schools in America, VPS was visited several times by Pope Leo when he was head of the worldwide Order of Saint Augustine. Serving boarding and day students in grades six through twelve, Villanova offers a rigorous education rooted in a rich intellectual tradition that dates back to the founding of the Augustinians in 1244. Surrounded by the Los Padres National Forest and 30 miles east of Santa Barbara, Villanova is accredited by the Western Catholic Education Association and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Villanova Prep seeks a Mandarin/Chinese teacher who brings passion and excitement to the classroom and is able to teach multiple levels of the subject.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Be able to plan effective lessons that engage and challenge students.
• Communicate consistently with students, parents, and school personnel.
• Keep current and complete grading and attendance records.

Required Qualifications:

• Commitment to modeling the values of Catholic education.
• Undergraduate degree or minor with at least 10 units of coursework in Mandarin/Chinese.
• Experience teaching in a high school environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively to promote student learning.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Master’s Degree in Chinese or Mandarin.
• Experience teaching AP-level courses.
• A California Single-Subject Credential in World Languages-Chinese or Mandarin.
• Experience with web-based learning and 1:1 iPad classroom settings.
• Experience teaching in a Catholic/Christian high school environment.

The annual full-time salary range for this position is $50,000 - $85,500, which will be prorated based on the starting date. The starting salary is based upon, but not limited to, several factors that include type and years of experience, education level, and expertise.

We offer a full benefits package for full-time teachers that includes fully-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees; employer contribution toward dependent insurance premiums; long-term and short-term disability insurance; and a 403(b) retirement plan. A teacher must be at an 80% salary or higher to be eligible. Other eligibility rules apply.

Information/Application Contact:
Villanova Preparatory School
1000 East Villanova Road
Ojai, CA 93023
www.villanovaprep.org
(805) 646-1464

Submit cover letter with complete resume to:
Dan Annarelli, Principal
dannarelli@villanovaprep.org
Please title the e-mail “Mandarin Teaching Position”.

About Villanova Preparatory School

Villanova Prep, an exceptional co-ed, college preparatory school in beautiful Ojai, California. Founded by Augustinian Friars and ranked as one of the best Catholic schools in America, VPS was visited several times by Pope Leo when he was head of the worldwide Order of Saint Augustine. Serving boarding and day students in grades six through twelve, Villanova offers a rigorous education rooted in a rich intellectual tradition that dates back to the founding of the Augustinians in 1244. Surrounded by the Los Padres National Forest and 30 miles east of Santa Barbara, Villanova is accredited by the Western Catholic Education Association and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

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