Danish Language Instructor (In-Person)

ICLS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ICLS seeks an experienced Danish language instructor to teach adult professionals in Washington, DC. The role offers in‑person instruction with varied assignments, including private and small group settings, at multiple proficiency levels.

Minimum two years of Danish teaching experience to adults, native-level Danish, and a bachelor’s degree are required. Legal work status in the United States is also required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience teaching Danish to adults in a full‑time setting.
• Native‑level proficiency in Danish.
• Possess at minimum a bachelor’s degree.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Teach Danish to adult professionals at the ICLS schoolhouse in Washington, DC.
• Develop and deliver engaging, learner‑centered language lessons.
• Assess and monitor student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curricula with program goals and ILR benchmarks.

Skills

Danish instruction

Adult education

Classroom teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Post-graduate teaching degree (preferred)

Job description

Language Instructor (In-Person)

The International Center for Language Studies (ICLS) is a woman‑owned, independent language school based in Washington, DC with over 58 years of experience delivering high-quality training in ESL and over 85 foreign languages. The ICLS mission is to offer student‑centered language programs that develop authentic target language use, focus on individual goals, and enable students to be successful in a global environment. ICLS prides itself on the breadth and depth of professional development offered to our instructors, which we see as an investment in their careers and the company’s future.

ICLS is currently seeking experienced Danish instructors to teach adult professionals at the ICLS schoolhouse in Washington, DC. Teaching assignments vary and may be full‑time, part‑time, for private students and/or small groups, and may be at a wide range of proficiency levels.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Danish to adults in a full‑time setting
• Native‑level proficiency in Danish
• Possess at minimum a bachelor’s degree
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

Preferred:

• Post‑graduate degree in teaching, second language acquisition, or a similar field
• Familiarity with the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) scale
• Curriculum development experience
• Experience preparing students for DoD and Foreign Service proficiency testing
• Familiarity with educational technology tools

Equal Opportunity Employer.