Language Instructors

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

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Language Instructor to lead Japanese and Vietnamese courses, delivering daily instruction and assessing proficiency. The role emphasizes language pedagogy, culture, and advanced testing, in a mission-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive adult teaching experience, a relevant degree, and certification pathways under sponsor standards. Expect collaboration with senior instructors and ongoing sponsor training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics with 8–12 years of relevant experience or Master’s with 2–10 years.
• Minimum of 10 years of adult teaching experience.
• Must score 90% or higher on the English test.
• Senior level proficiency expected.
• Degree must be obtained in the U.S. or in a country where the target language is natively spoken.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily instruction (ILR 0–3).
• Complete training and become a certified language tester; conduct 3–4 proficiency assessments weekly.
• Instruct students in speaking a foreign language and teach culture through communication.
• Develop class materials and training aids to meet student needs.

Skills

Foreign language pedagogy

MS Office

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education/foreign language/linguistics

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Language Instructors

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Required languages: Japanese, Vietnamese, and Farsi

Take Your Expertise to the Next Level – Join Leidos as a Language Instructor

Are you a seasoned Language Instructor ready to elevate your career and make a meaningful impact? The Leidos Intel Sector is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Japanese and Vietnamese Instructors 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.

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:

As a Language Instructor, you will:

• 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.

• The position is responsible for instructing students in speaking a foreign language and understanding the culture of the area or country to teach culture through communication.

• Instructors must be able to develop class materials and training aids to meet customized student needs.

• The contract linguist instructor(s) shall have strong foreign language skills and will work under the direction of experienced senior trained instructors.

• It is also important that candidates are familiar with current events in the countries where the foreign languages are spoken.

• Once on the program, contract linguist instructors are required to receive specific sponsor training focusing on foreign language teaching and foreign language testing in order 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 10 years of adult teaching experience.

• Team Teaching experience a plus.

• Must score 90% or higher on the English test.

• Must score Senior level.

• 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.

• Travel 0-10%

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

• An active TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph. Candidates must also be eligible for a security clearance upgrade.

• 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 a plus.

• Linguists who are proficient in multiple languages are strongly desired.

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is more than a job—it's a mission. If you're driven, qualified, and passionate about language education and national service, we want to hear from you. Submit your resume today and embark on a rewarding career that truly matters.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We’re excited to learn more about you, apply today!

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Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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.