Levantine Arabic Instructor (Part-Time, Hybrid/Online)

Harper College; Hoffman Estates (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Harper College Community Education seeks a knowledgeable Arabic Instructor specializing in Levant dialects to teach non-credit, non-transferable courses for adult and community learners. The instructor will create an inclusive, practical learning environment that develops students’ ability to communicate in spoken Arabic as used in the Levant, including Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria.

Courses may be offered in the evenings, weekends, or daytime hours, in person, online, or in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in any field, preferably related to linguistics or Middle East studies.
• Native or near-native fluency in Arabic, with proficiency in one or more Levantine dialects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach non-credit Arabic courses focused on Levantine spoken dialects at beginning, intermediate, and/or advanced levels.
• Develop course content that emphasizes practical listening comprehension, speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, and everyday conversational skills.
• Introduce learners to regional linguistic variation, including Palestinian, Jordanian, Lebanese, and Syrian expressions and pronunciation.
• Incorporate cultural context into instruction, including customs, music, food, travel, family life, media, and social etiquette as appropriate to course level.
• Prepare lesson plans, handouts, activities, assessments and other instructional materials aligned with course descriptions and Community Education guidelines.
• Facilitate interactive instruction through conversation practice, role-playing, listening activities, group work, and authentic materials.
• Adapt instruction for adult learners with varied educational backgrounds, language-learning experience, and goals.
• Maintain accurate attendance and submit required course documentation by established deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with Community Education staff regarding course needs, scheduling, materials, and student concerns.
• Support a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harper College Community Education seeks a knowledgeable Arabic Instructor specializing in Levant dialects to teach non-credit, non-transferable courses for adult and community learners. The instructor will create an inclusive, practical learning environment that develops students’ ability to communicate in spoken Arabic as used in the Levant, including Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria.

Courses may be offered in the evenings, weekends, or daytime hours, in person, online, or in a hybrid