Cantonese Teacher – Richmond, BC
Morning Tree Language Centre (MTLC)
About Morning Tree Language Centre
Morning Tree Language Centre was born from a simple idea: learning should be easy and fun.
Our mission is to provide children with a rich and engaging multilingual experience filled with imagination, creativity, discovery, and joy. Through our unique teaching approach and welcoming classroom environment, MTLC has become a trusted and popular choice for families in Richmond.
We offer Mandarin, Cantonese, French, and English programs for children ages 3–14, with a strong focus on communication, literacy, and confidence-building.
Position: Cantonese Teacher
Location: Richmond, BC
Start Date: As soon as possible
ob Type: Part-time
Work Location: In person
We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Cantonese teacher to join our growing team, particularly to support our expanding preschool and early elementary programs.
Key Responsibilities
* Teach Cantonese classes to children ages 3–14 (with emphasis on preschool levels)
* Develop and adapt engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans
* Foster a nurturing, structured, and positive classroom environment
* Support early literacy development (speaking, listening, pre-reading, and writing skills in Cantonese)
* Encourage conversational confidence and pronunciation accuracy
* Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress
* Teach independently and manage classes confidently
Qualifications & Requirements
* Bachelor’s Degree (Education or related field preferred)
* Minimum 1–2 years of teaching experience preferred
* Strong Cantonese and English oral and written proficiency
* Ability to read and write Traditional Chinese
* Experience working with preschool and elementary-aged children
* Excellent classroom management and communication skills
* Ability to design curriculum and differentiate instruction
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail
* Passionate about teaching and able to inspire and motivate young learners
What We Look For
At MTLC, we value teachers who:
* Bring warmth, creativity, and positive energy into the classroom
* Understand early childhood development principles
* Balance structure with play-based learning
* Take initiative and work well independently
* Want to grow with a supportive and innovative language centre
Benefits
* On-site parking
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Opportunity to grow with a well-established and expanding language centre
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for Morning Tree Language Centre.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
