German Language Instructor

Paycom; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

ICA Language Services seeks an experienced German Language Instructor to deliver intensive on-site language instruction in Rosslyn, VA, with occasional online sessions. The role focuses on ILR 3+ proficiency, speaking, grammar accuracy, and vocabulary expansion for adult learners.

The instructor will design materials, administer assessments, provide feedback, and report progress monthly under supervision. Familiarity with FSI formats and ILR scales is required.

Qualifications

• Must have ILR 4 or higher proficiency in German.
• Experience teaching adult learners in an intensive setting (4–6 hours daily).
• High English proficiency for instruction, explanation, and feedback.
• Familiarity with ILR scale and NFATC (FSI) testing protocols.
• Ability to develop/adapt instructional materials for proficiency-based outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver intensive German language instruction aligned with ILR goals and FSI-style test prep.
• Provide advanced speaking practice to improve grammatical accuracy, fluency and active vocabulary.
• Strengthen ability to discuss complex topics at ILR 3+ level.
• Reinforce listening and reading comprehension toward proficiency goals.
• Use communicative, task-based, and proficiency-based methods.
• Adapt materials to student level and progress.
• Administer practice assessments and quizzes to monitor progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and support independent study.
• Integrate activities that simulate FSI testing formats.

Skills

ILR 4+ proficiency

Advanced German

English proficiency

FSI testing protocols

Course design

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in German/linguistics/education

Job description

ICA Language Services is seeking an experienced German Language Instructor to provide intensive language instruction at our facility in Rosslyn, VA. Instruction will be primarily conducted in person, with occasional online sessions as mutually agreed upon by the student and instructor.Job DetailsLocation: Rosslyn, VA (primarily on-site, with occasional online instruction)Assignment Length: October 2, 2026 – December 7, 2026Days: Monday–FridaySchedule: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (with an additional 0.25 hours of paid preparation time for each hour of instruction)Training Goal: Development of ILR 3+ proficiency, with a particular focus on speaking, grammatical accuracy, and vocabulary expansion.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPlan and deliver intensive German language instruction aligned with ILR proficiency goals and FSI-style test preparationProvide advanced speaking practice designed to improve grammatical accuracy, fluency, precision, and active vocabularyStrengthen the student's ability to discuss complex, abstract, professional, and unfamiliar topics at the ILR 3+ levelReinforce advanced listening and reading comprehension skills in support of overall proficiency goalsUse communicative, task-based, and proficiency-based instructional methodsDevelop and adapt instructional materials based on the student's proficiency level, individual needs, and progressIncorporate authentic German-language materials and activities appropriate for advanced-level instructionAdminister practice assessments, quizzes, and other activities to monitor progressProvide targeted, constructive feedback and support independent language studyIntegrate classroom activities that simulate FSI testing formats and advanced task-based language useUnder the guidance of the Language Training Supervisor, provide monthly reports documenting the student's progressPreferred QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in German, linguistics, education, or a related fieldMinimum of two years of experience teaching German to adult learners in an intensive setting (4–6 hours per day)Experience teaching advanced-level German learners, particularly at or approaching ILR Level 3 or higherFamiliarity with the ILR proficiency scale and NFATC (FSI) testing protocolsAbility to develop and adapt instructional materials and exercises aligned with proficiency and testing requirementsStrong organizational, communication, and classroom management skillsMinimum ILR 4 or higher proficiency in GermanHigh proficiency in English sufficient for instruction, explanation, and feedbackEligibilityApplicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals authorized to work in the United States.Equal Opportunity EmployerICA Language Services is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable laws.