Lead Instructor, LTC - Concordia Language Villages

Concordia College; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 127,000; Part time

Job summary

Concordia Language Villages in Bemidji, MN seeks a Lead Instructor for a Government/Military program to develop and run a two- to three-week residential iso-immersion curriculum, aligning with client expectations and Concordia pedagogy. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, staff recruitment and interviewing support, budget tracking, some public relations, and coordination with operations staff.

This role reports to the Director of External Relations and Strategic Initiatives and leads

Qualifications

• Superior proficiency in target language/dialects and advanced English proficiency.
• Commitment to immersion language and culture education.
• Knowledge of effective teaching strategies for immersion settings for adults.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Master’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Willingness to work all session dates; visa responsibilities borne by applicant.
• Sympathy with the mission of a liberal arts college affiliated with ELCA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a language-specific, two- to three-week residential iso-immersion program.
• Plan and implement curriculum for the program.
• Assist with staff recruitment and interviewing.
• Track budget and expenses for the program.
• Manage some public relations activities and coordinate with operations staff.

Skills

Target language proficiency

English proficiency

Immersion teaching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Master’s degree

Leadership experience

Visa eligibility

Liberal arts mission

Education

Master’s degree in related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Position Details

Position Title: Lead Instructor for Government/Military Program - Concordia Language Villages

Position Type: Staff - Temporary

Location: Bemidji

Employment Type: Education Professional Exempt

General Employment Period: Two or three weeks at a time, depending on program. Course dates can be viewed at: https://www.concordialanguagevillages.org/language-training-center

General Work Schedule (days of week): Sunday through Saturday

General shift hours: As needed, but generally 9 hours/day between 7:30 AM and 9 PM. This position also requires 20-40 hours of preparation before each course, compensation for which is included in the gross amount noted in the employment offer.

Job Summary

The Lead Instructor of a Concordia Language Villages Government/Military program is responsible for the development and implementation of a language-specific, two- and three-week-long residential iso-immersion program in accordance with client-specified expectations.

This includes:

• Planning and implementation the program curriculum,
• Assisting with staff recruitment and interviewing,
• Budget/expense tracking,
• Some public relations, and
• Interacting with the support staff from operations support areas at the Language Villages.

This position is responsible for implementing a program that reflects the mission and immersion methodology of Concordia Language Villages and meets client expectations, all within the parameters of the Concordia military pedagogical model.

The lead instructor reports to the Director of External Relations and Strategic Initiatives (who oversees the program), is responsible for managing the instructional team as a cohesive, collaborative team, and interfaces with the CLV administrative team as a whole.

About Concordia Language Villages

Deep in the North Woods of Minnesota, USA, Concordia Language Villages creates a place that is both culturally authentic and uniquely our own. In the Language Villages, everything from the music played to the dishes used in the dining hall reflect the cultures each was designed to represent. We are a community of educators from all corners of the globe, passionate about learning every minute of the day. Our mission is to inspire courageous global citizens through language and cultural immersion.

Program Calendar

Concordia Government/Military Program Schedule

Languages Offered

• Arabic (MSA and dialects)
• Chinese (Mandarin)
• Farsi
• French
• Korean
• Russian
• Spanish

Note: We often develop customized language programs for our partners and have offered or proposed programs in languages such as Dari, Croatian, Hebrew, Norwegian, Pashto, Portuguese, Ukrainian, Urdu. If you are interested in teaching a language not listed, please feel free to submit an application and indicate your area of expertise.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Superior (at minimum) proficiency in the target language/dialects and Advanced(minimum) proficiency English
2. Commitment to the importance of immersion language and culture education
3. Knowledge of effective teaching strategies and methodologies for second language learning in an immersion setting for adults
4. Strong organizational and management skills
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills
6. Master’s degree required, with advanced degree preferred
7. Ability to perform the essential functions of the program leader position (see job description)
8. Availability for all session dates noted in the application
9. Eligibility to be employed legally in the USA; candidate assumes responsibility and costs for any visa requirements
10. Sympathy with the mission of a liberal arts college affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Preferred Qualifications

1. Advanced degree, preferred
2. Prior experience in intensive iso-immersion training/teaching environments
3. Understanding of and experience with language proficiency rating scales like the ILR and the OPI
4. Previous leadership position at Concordia Language Villages or in a comparable language immersion environment

Position Opening Date: 3/19/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Benefit Eligible: No

Salary

2,400 USD Stipend per week

Employment Contingencies

• Background Check

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to be employed in the United States.

Documents Needed to Apply

• Required Documents
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
• Optional Documents
  • Writing Samples
  • List of References
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Licensure
  • Certification
  • Training
  • Other

Nondiscrimination Statement

Concordia College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and fostering an inclusive and respectful environment for all. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

Inquiries regarding this policy may be directed to the Office of Human Resources, Concordia College, 901 8th Street South, Moorhead, MN 56562, 218-299-3339.