Farsi Language Instructor for National Security Mission

Leidos LLC; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a Farsi Language Instructor to support a critical national security mission. You will deliver daily instruction, conduct proficiency assessments, and shape language proficiency among learners in a mission-driven environment.

The role requires expertise in language pedagogy, adult learning, and cultural instruction, with an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. You will join a team focused on excellence and mission impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics with 8–12 years of prior relevant experience.
• Or a Master’s degree with 2–10 years of prior relevant experience.
• Must have 10 years of adult teaching experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and the foreign language.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily instruction in ILR levels 0–3.
• Complete training and become a certified language tester with weekly proficiency assessments.
• Instruct students in speaking a foreign language and teaching culture through communication.
• Develop class materials and training aids to meet student needs.
• Work under senior trained instructors and adhere to sponsor standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Foreign language instruction

MS Office

Adult teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education/foreign language/linguistics

Master’s degree in education/linguistics/foreign language

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Leidos seeks a Farsi Language Instructor to support a critical national security mission. You will deliver daily instruction, conduct proficiency assessments, and shape language proficiency among learners in a mission-driven environment.

The role requires expertise in language pedagogy, adult learning, and cultural instruction, with an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. You will join a team focused on excellence and mission impact.