Head of ELA Teaching Management

Job Type: Full-Time Location: 1245 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose

• Travel as needed

Intended Start Date: February 2026 About Think Academy Think Academy US (www.TheThinkAcademy.com), is recently established education technology (Ed-Tech) company to provide K-12 extra-curricular learning services through science and technology. At Think Academy, we provide full cycle service to foster local children's ability to think critically, to strengthen their logic skills, and to help them fulfill their goals through innovative teaching techniques. We believe Love and Technology can make education better! About This Role Think Academy U.S. Online is seeking a Head of Teaching Management for our ELA Teaching Team. This role blends high-quality ELA instruction with teacher recruitment, training, and instructional leadership to build and support a strong teaching team, ensure consistent instructional excellence, and drive positive learning outcomes for students and families. 1. ELA Teacher Recruitment & Team Building

• Lead the recruitment, screening, and selection of ELA teachers, with a strong preference for candidates with school-based teaching experience
• Define clear hiring standards for ELA teachers, including instructional quality, classroom presence, and communication skills
• Build and scale a stable, high-quality ELA teaching team in collaboration with academic and operations teams

2. Teacher Training & Professional Development

• Design and deliver onboarding and ongoing professional development (PD) for ELA teachers
• Train teachers on instructional expectations, lesson structure, learning goals, and feedback standards
• Lead workshops, training sessions, and lesson debriefs to align teachers around what strong ELA instruction looks like

3. Instructional Quality & Classroom Support

• Observe classes, review lesson recordings, and provide actionable feedback to teachers
• Support teachers in improving classroom engagement, clarity of instruction, and student learning outcomes
• Develop systems and best practices to ensure consistent instructional quality across teachers

4. Model Teaching & Instructional Leadership

• Teach classes or deliver demonstration lessons as needed, serving as an instructional role model
• Clearly articulate the instructional reasoning and cultural context behind ELA teaching practices
• Represent the program internally and externally with strong instructional presence and credibility

5. Cross-Cultural Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with U.S.- and China-based teams to ensure smooth execution of instructional plans
• Act as a cultural bridge, helping align U.S. classroom expectations with the needs of East Asian students and families
• Support clear communication between teachers, curriculum teams, and operations partners

Working Schedule:

• Tuesday-Friday Onsite
• Saturday WFH
• 10am-7pm

What We're Looking For: Required Qualifications

• Native-level proficiency in English required
• Demonstrated experience teaching ELA in a school setting (public, private, or international school)
• Strong understanding of U.S. ELA instruction, classroom culture, and academic expectations
• Experience mentoring, training, or leading teachers (formal or informal leadership roles)
• Ability to teach, model instruction, and explain instructional decisions clearly

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently teaching or previously taught as a full-time ELA teacher
• Experience working with or living in East Asia (including but not limited to China, Korea, or Japan)
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills and global perspective
• Experience with online instruction or teacher training in virtual settings
• Background in curriculum design, instructional coaching, or program development

Compensation & Benefits Structure:

• Total Compensation Package: $95,000-$110,000
• Extensive hands-on experience and the opportunity to own and lead impactful projects from an early stage
• 401k and Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• H1B Sponsorship available for eligible candidates
• As part of a global education company, you may have the chance to collaborate with international branches, engage with our headquarters, or explore cross-border career opportunities
• Relocation Allowance available

Think Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.