Estonian Language Instructor (In-Person)

International Center for Language Studies–ICLS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated language school based in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Estonian Language Instructor. The instructor will teach adult professionals, requiring at least two years of experience in teaching Estonian, native-level proficiency, and a bachelor’s degree. The role may involve full-time or part-time assignments, tailored to varying proficiency levels, contributing to the school's mission of effective language education. Competitive pay between $27 to $32 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Estonian to adults in a full-time setting.
• Native-level proficiency in Estonian.
• Possess at minimum a bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach Estonian to adult professionals in a school setting.
• Customize lessons for a wide range of proficiency levels.
• Develop and execute curriculum.

Skills

Native-level proficiency in Estonian

Familiarity with educational technology tools

Curriculum development experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Post-graduate degree in teaching or related field

Job description

Estonian Language Instructor (In‑Person)

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Base pay range: $27.00/hr – $32.00/hr.

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 Estonian 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 Estonian to adults in a full‑time setting.
• Native‑level proficiency in Estonian.
• Possess at minimum a bachelor’s degree.

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.

Please submit a cover letter, including your earliest availability. Be sure to list all teaching experience clearly on your resume. No phone call, please. Equal Opportunity Employer.