Mandarin Language Instructor for Adults

SOS International LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi is seeking a Mandarin Instructor in Northern Virginia to provide professional language instruction, plan lessons, deliver engaging content, and assess learner progress. You will support adult students with ILR-based outcomes and collaborate with customers to tailor instruction.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal and English communication skills. The position is full-time, onsite in Reston, with core hours likely 9 am–2 pm and no remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Language, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of foreign language instruction for adults/university students.
• Native or near-native Mandarin with ILR SLR 5, TA 3.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Mandarin instruction to adults with ILR levels 0–3.
• Plan, deliver, and assess lessons; develop curricula.
• Create beginner to advanced class materials and assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback and consult with customers to support learner success.
• Assess learner progress using ILR standards and complete instructor certifications.

Skills

Mandarin proficiency

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education/Language

Job description

SOSi is seeking a Mandarin Instructor in Northern Virginia to provide professional language instruction, plan lessons, deliver engaging content, and assess learner progress. You will support adult students with ILR-based outcomes and collaborate with customers to tailor instruction.

The role emphasizes strong interpersonal and English communication skills. The position is full-time, onsite in Reston, with core hours likely 9 am–2 pm and no remote work.