Foreign Language Instructors
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States
About the Organization
The International Center for Language Studies (ICLS) is a woman-owned, independent language school based in Washington, DC. Celebrating over 58 years of service, ICLS delivers high-quality training in ESL and more than 85 foreign languages. Our mission is to offer student-centered language programs that develop authentic target language use, focus on individual goals, and enable students to succeed in a global environment.
ICLS is contracted by the Department of State's National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC), formerly the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), to provide and manage a team of high-quality Language and Culture Instructors, Testers, Raters, Distance Learning Mentors, Curriculum Specialists, and Digital Media Editors. This role supports the School of Language Studies (SLS) at the NFATC campus in Arlington, Virginia.
About the Role
As a Language Instructor, you will join a dedicated project team to support the training of U.S. government personnel. You will be expected to be an educated native or near-native speaker of the target language, possessing the cultural background of the specific country or region where the language is spoken. In this capacity, you will teach adult learners in a classroom setting, focusing on authentic language use and individual student goals.
The role may also involve administering proficiency-based assessments (such as DLPT, ACTFL, or OPI) and utilizing online meeting software for instruction. Whether working full-time or part-time, you will contribute to a mission-driven environment that values cultural expertise and high-level language proficiency.
How to Apply
If you are interested in joining the ICLS project team at FSI, please upload your most updated resume. We are currently accepting resumes for a wide range of languages, including but not limited to Albanian, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian. Please feel free to submit your resume even if your specific language is not listed on our current open list.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States
Arlington, Virginia
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleTeach adult learners the target language in a classroom setting
- check_circleDevelop and deliver student-centered language programs
- check_circleSupport the School of Language Studies at the National Foreign Affairs Training Center
- check_circleAdminister proficiency-based assessments such as DLPT, ACTFL, and OPI
- check_circleUtilize online meeting software for virtual instruction and meetings
Requirements
- verifiedU.S. work authorization
- verifiedNative or near-native speaker of target language (Level 4+ ILR)
- verifiedCultural background of target language region
- verifiedMinimum English proficiency 2/2 ILR
- verified3+ years teaching adult learners in classroom
- verified1 year administering proficiency assessments (DLPT, ACTFL, OPI)
- verifiedBA/BS, MA/MS, or PhD degree
- verifiedBasic computer skills (email, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Skype, MS Teams, Webex)
Nice to Have
Level 4 or higher on the ILR proficiency scale. 3 or more years of experience teaching adult learners the target language in a classroom setting. 1 year of experience administering proficiency-based assessments (i.e., DLPT, ACTFL, OPI, etc.).
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Esl, Albanian, Kosovar, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Bengali, Bulgarian, Burmese.
Education: BA/BS, MA/MS, or PhD., or foreign equivalent degree(s) in any field.
Frequently asked questions about Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS
What does a Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS will teach adult learners the target language in a classroom setting; develop and deliver student-centered language programs; support the school of language studies at the national foreign affairs training center; and administer proficiency-based assessments such as dlpt, actfl, and opi.
What are the requirements for this Foreign Language Instructors role?expand_more
To qualify for the Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS position, applicants should have: U.S. work authorization; Native or near-native speaker of target language (Level 4+ ILR); Cultural background of target language region; Minimum English proficiency 2/2 ILR; 3+ years teaching adult learners in classroom; and 1 year administering proficiency assessments (DLPT, ACTFL, OPI).
Where is the Foreign Language Instructors role at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS located?expand_more
Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS is based in 3018, 10th Street North, Clarendon, Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia, 22201, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Foreign Language Instructors job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
International Center for Language Studies–ICLS has listed this Foreign Language Instructors role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Foreign Language Instructors role?expand_more
Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Foreign Language Instructors role at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS?expand_more
Key skills for Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS include Esl; Albanian; Kosovar; Amharic; Arabic; Armenian; Azerbaijani; and Bengali.
What education is required for Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: BA/BS, MA/MS, or PhD., or foreign equivalent degree(s) in any field.
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Foreign Language Instructors at International Center for Language Studies–ICLS is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About International Center for Language Studies–ICLS
The International Center for Language Studies, operating as ICLS, is an education administration program based in Washington, District of Columbia. Founded in 1966, this private organization specializes in teaching foreign languages and English as a Second Language. The institution provides language instruction and testing services in more than 80 languages to a diverse global audience.
Clients include international organizations, government agencies, private companies, and individual students. The center trains diplomats, military officials, business executives, development specialists, university students, medical personnel, lawyers, judges, economists, and their families. Long-standing partnerships exist with entities such as the US Agency for International Development, the Department of Defense, and the World Bank, with many relationships spanning over two decades.
ICLS holds accreditation from the Commission on English Language Accreditation and is authorized under Federal Law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. It is also designated by the U.S. Department of State as a sponsor of an Exchange Visitor Program. The organization maintains its headquarters in downtown Washington, located near the White House and within walking distance of McPherson and Farragut North Metro stations.
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