Pre-School Math Teacher + Business Operations Specialist

Think Academy US • San Jose, CA

5d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Think Academy Silicon Valley is seeking a full-time Lower School Math Teacher & Business Operations Specialist to combine early childhood math education, academic program development, and business operations. The role works directly with children ages 3–6 and their families while contributing to the growth and development of the Lower School programs. The position offers hands-on experience in teaching, parent engagement, student enrollment, program operations, and business growth. No prior teaching experience is required; structured training and ongoing professional development are provided.

The role is based at the San Jose / Cupertino campuses and is 100% on-site. The successful candidate must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English, available on weekday afternoons and both Saturdays and Sundays, and authorized to work in the United States. The anticipated start is ASAP, no later than January 3, 2027. Compensation is a $75,000–$85,000 starting annual base salary, plus teaching commissions and performance-based incentives. H-1B sponsorship is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher; all majors are welcome.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education and working with young children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when interacting with children and parents.
• Energetic, patient, responsible, and eager to learn.
• Strong ownership mindset, adaptability, and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Availability to work weekday afternoons and both Saturdays and Sundays.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to work 100% on-site at the San Jose / Cupertino campuses.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children ages 3–6 through teaching, tutoring, childcare, volunteering, or other educational activities.
• Experience in customer service, program coordination, student services, or other customer-facing roles.
• Interest in education technology, academic program development, or business operations.
• Prior teaching experience; it is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging, interactive math and early thinking classes for children ages 3–6.
• Create a positive, structured learning environment using games, storytelling, hands-on activities, and age-appropriate teaching strategies.
• Observe student progress and provide individualized learning support.
• Communicate with parents about student development, learning progress, and educational recommendations.
• Collaborate with the academic team to improve curriculum, classroom activities, and teaching practices.
• Share classroom insights and student feedback to support future program development.
• Build trusted relationships with students and families, understand families’ educational goals, and recommend appropriate learning programs.
• Support the student journey, including trial classes, enrollment, onboarding, retention, and ongoing parent communication.
• Help organize and participate in Open Houses, parent workshops, and community events.
• Collect and analyze parent feedback to improve the learning experience.
• Support daily operations and the continued growth of the Lower School programs.
• Collaborate with campus leadership on local marketing, student recruitment, and community engagement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, parent satisfaction, and student retention.
• Take ownership of special projects related to program development, enrollment growth, and business improvement.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Comprehensive onboarding and structured teacher training
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship
• Hands-on experience in teaching, academic operations, and education business management
• Career growth opportunities in academic leadership, program operations, and campus management
• H-1B sponsorship for qualified candidates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level