Italian Language Instructor

Leidos; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Professional development

Job summary

A national security firm is seeking an experienced Italian Language Instructor to deliver quality language training and proficiency assessments. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and several years of teaching experience. The role requires proficiency in multiple languages, outstanding communication skills, and a dedication to fostering a mission-driven learning environment. This position offers competitive pay within the range of $92,300 to $166,850. Potential candidates will receive sponsorship for security clearance as needed.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree, or 2-10 years with a Master's.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic internet research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily language instruction.
• Conduct 3–4 language proficiency assessments weekly.
• Develop class materials based on student needs.

Skills

Foreign language instruction

Communication skills

Cultural fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Italian Language Instructor

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

The Leidos National Security Sector is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Italian Instructor to support a critical national security mission. This is not just another teaching job—it’s an opportunity to apply your expertise in language, culture, and pedagogy in a dynamic and mission‑driven environment.

We’re looking for a passionate professional with a strong foundation in foreign language instruction, advanced knowledge of adult learning methodologies, and a commitment to excellence. You will play a key role in delivering language training, conducting proficiency testing, and shaping the next generation of linguistically prepared professionals.

Required languages: Korean and other languages.

Why Join Leidos?

• Be part of a mission-focused team serving national security priorities.
• Leverage your linguistic and cultural fluency to shape high‑impact training.
• Grow your career in a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Responsibilities Include:

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily instruction in courses ranging from ILR levels 0–3.
• Complete training and become a certified language tester, with expectations to conduct 3–4 language proficiency assessments weekly.
• Instruct students in speaking a foreign language and understanding the culture of the area or country to teach culture through communication.
• Develop class materials and training aids to meet customized student needs.
• Work under the direction of experienced senior trained instructors.
• Be familiar with current events in the countries where the foreign languages are spoken.
• Receive specific sponsor training focusing on foreign language teaching and foreign language testing to become certified according to Sponsor standards.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics with 8–12 years of prior relevant experience or Master’s degree with 2–10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience.
• Degree must be obtained either in the U.S. or in a country where the target language is natively spoken.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic internet research.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both English and the foreign language.

Language Proficiency Requirements

• Must pass a LEIDOS/accepted commercial testing vendors‑administered translation test (3 hours) with a score of 4 or higher.
• Must achieve a minimum of 5/5/5 in speaking, listening, and reading on standard ILR scale.

Security Clearance Requirement

• TS/SCI/FS but willing to sponsor TS/SCI FS.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing all the required language tests.
• Clearance must be fully adjudicated before starting. Linguists can only begin work on contract with a fully adjudicated security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the U.S. Intelligence Community, military, or law enforcement.
• Ability to communicate fluently and professionally in multiple languages is highly desirable.
• Prior exposure to cryptologic or national security environments is a plus.
• Linguists who are proficient in multiple languages are strongly desired.

Pay Range

$92,300.00 - $166,850.00

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.