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Language Tutor - Chinese

Full Time · On-site · Mid Level · Posted Nov 2026 | closes 20 Nov 2026
Apply by email Send your CV to hr@jkuates.jkuat.ac.ke with the job title as the subject.

Description

The role

  • Teach classes of up to 30 learners, 2 hours a day, Monday to Friday, in 12-week levels (120 hours).
  • Follow the JKUATES syllabus, aligned to CEFR, HSK and JLPT standards.
  • Use communicative, task-based teaching in which learners speak for at least half of each lesson.
  • Take daily attendance, run weekly quizzes, a mid-level test and a mock exam, and keep accurate records.
  • Prepare learners for international exams and support those who fall behind.
  • Help develop lesson plans and teaching materials, and support taster lessons and open days.

Requirements

  • A university degree.
  • Proven proficiency in the language: C1 for German, French and Spanish; HSK 5 for Chinese; JLPT N2 for
  • Japanese; C2 for English; a degree in Kiswahili, linguistics or education for Kiswahili. Native speakers are welcome.
  • A teaching qualification (B.Ed, 120-hour TEFL/TESOL, or teacher training from the Goethe-Institut,
  • Alliance Française, Instituto Cervantes, a Confucius Institute or the Japan Foundation) OR at least two years of documented experience teaching adults.
  • Good spoken and written English and basic computer skills.
  • A valid Certificate of Good Conduct, KRA PIN and national ID or passport.
  • Availability for at least one daily time slot for a full 12-week level.
  • Examiner training or experience with international exams is an added advantage.