Arabic Immersion Bilingual Assistant (Summer)

Middlebury College; Vermont; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Middlebury College’s Summer Arabic School seeks a part-time Bilingual Assistant in Arabic for the 2027 session on the Middlebury campus in Vermont. The role pays $17.57 per hour and includes accommodations and meals during the appointment, integrating you into the residential immersion environment of the program.

The position focuses on in-language support for students and faculty, helping manage program operations, fostering language pledge adherence, and representing the School, the Language

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; advanced degree is advantageous.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Arabic and English, both oral and written.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills in oral and written formats.
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals of all ages and professional levels, including students, professionals, and colleagues.
• Capacity to exercise initiative and assume responsibility while working collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary in-language point of contact for students and faculty, maintaining comprehensive knowledge of program structure, campus resources, and institutional policies.
• Actively engages with students by providing encouragement and support outside of classroom hours, including during meals, activities, and in residential, office, and social spaces.
• Reinforces students' commitment to the Language Pledge and the rigorous immersive learning environment.
• Represents the Arabic School, Language Schools administration, and the broader Middlebury community in an official capacity.
• Represents School administration in residential and social spaces, with emphasis on evening and weekend hours.
• Maintains residence in student dormitories, guiding and supporting students while monitoring Language Pledge adherence and organizing social activities.
• Responds to student emergencies and directs to appropriate offices and resources.
• Facilitates cultural programming and liaises with campus offices for events.
• Provides IT support and classroom tech assistance as requested by faculty.

Skills

Arabic

English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Middlebury College’s Summer Arabic School seeks a part-time Bilingual Assistant in Arabic for the 2027 session on the Middlebury campus in Vermont. The role pays $17.57 per hour and includes accommodations and meals during the appointment, integrating you into the residential immersion environment of the program.

The position focuses on in-language support for students and faculty, helping manage program operations, fostering language pledge adherence, and representing the School, the Language