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Saint Francis High School i is seeking a part-time Mandarin teacher to begin in the 2010-11 school year. We initiated our Chinese program three years ago, and currently offer three levels of Chinese.  This new position  will be responsible for teaching one new section of Mandarin 4 which we will introduce with 20 - 30 students in the class. Classes at Saint Francis are on a block schedule, with 85 minute classes offered every-other teaching day. We are planning to introduce a Chinese 5 or AP class for the 2011-2012 school year, so the teaching hours for this position will grow as our program does.   About Saint Francis High School   Founded in 1955 by the Brothers of Holy Cross, Saint Francis High School is a leading coeducational, diverse, Catholic, college preparatory school focused on educating the whole person. With a proven reputation for excellence in academics, athletics and the arts, over 100 faculty members prepare approximately 1600 Saint Francis students for the rigors of college and the challenges of global citizenship in the enduring Holy Cross tradition. Graduating students attend the finest colleges and universities in the nation with 94% of the 2009 graduates attending a four-year university and 100% attending college. Saint Francis High School is located in Mountain View, Calif., approximately 35 miles south of San Francisco. For more information, visit http://www.sfhs.com.   Desired Skills and Experiences: • BA in Mandarin or native fluency plus related bachelor’s degree • Experience teaching Mandarin in grades 9-12   Preferred Skills and Experiences: • California Credentialed Teaching Certificate   Interested candidates please send a resume to michaelconley@sfhs.com