Part Time and Remote: Academic Specialist - All Subjects, Humanities Prioritized, Mandarin Speaking Preferred

October 3, 2026

About Us: Sinica Education delivers online academic programs and support services for international middle school, high school, and college students. Our offerings include short courses, academic counseling, one-on-one instruction, and guided study support. Position Overview: We are hiring part-time instructors to teach humanities-focused high school and early-college courses. Candidates who can cover multiple subjects up to AP level and some introductory college courses are strongly preferred. **Mandarin speaking candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!** Work Format• Location: Remote• Schedule: Flexible, 8–20 hours per week• Common class times: Weekday afternoons/evenings (EST) and weekends• Instructors may select preferred hours High School Courses Honors (selected areas)• English/Literature: English 9–12, British Literature, World Literature, Advanced Writing• Social Studies/History: World History, U.S. History, European History, Government/Civics, Economics, Humanities AP• English: AP English Language, AP English Literature• History & Social Sciences: AP World History, AP U.S. History, AP European History, AP Human Geography, AP U.S. Government, AP Comparative Government, AP Psychology• Economics: AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics• World Languages: AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, AP French Language College-Level Courses Literature & Writing: Introduction to Literature, World Literature, Shakespeare, Creative Writing, Literary Theory, Comparative Literature. History: World History (various periods), U.S. History (various periods), European History (Ancient–Modern), History of Science and Ideas Philosophy: Introductory Philosophy, Ethics, Logic/Critical Thinking, Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Historical Philosophy Surveys Religious Studies: World Religions, Major Religious Traditions (survey), Religion and Society, Bible as Literature Arts & Culture: Art History, Western and Non-Western Art, Music Appreciation, History of Music, Theatre/Drama Studies, Film Studies ****All humanities subject areas are welcome; instructional needs vary by term.***** Open RolesWe are recruiting for:• Part-time remote instructors• Full-time onsite positions (West Los Angeles) — please apply to the appropriate posting Required Qualifications• Bachelor’s degree or higher from top 30 US or Canadian Colleges and Universities• Strong interest in teaching and supporting international students across varied levels Preferred Qualifications• Teaching experience at the high-school or college level• Tutoring experience if no prior classroom teaching• Familiarity with AP curricula• Experience with online learning platforms Strong familiarity with subject content, ability to teach clearly, and an undergraduate/graduate degree from a top 30 university are required. Ability to teach in Chinese, AP/IB teaching experience, and/or an undergraduate major in one of the subjects below is a plus. PhD candidates meeting the required criteria are also encouraged to apply. English (literary analysis/college writing)US HistoryWorld History (ancient/modern)BiologyChemistryPhysicsComputer ScienceMath (Integrated Math/AP/college level) EconomicsAccounting (Chinese required) Finance (Chinese required)SpanishLatin

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