Mission-Driven Chinese Language Instructor

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

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Chinese Language Instructor to support a national security mission. The role involves delivering language training, conducting proficiency testing, and shaping linguistically prepared professionals in a mission-driven environment.

Required qualifications include a strong background in foreign language instruction and adult learning methodologies, a high score on English tests, and the ability to travel 0–10%.

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.
• Minimum of 10 years of adult teaching experience.
• Must score 90% or higher on the English test and reach Senior level.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic internet research.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both English and the foreign language.
• Travel 0-10%.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily instruction in ILR levels 0–3.
• Complete training and conduct 3–4 language proficiency assessments weekly.
• Instruct students in speaking a foreign language and teaching culture through communication.
• Develop class materials and training aids to meet customized student needs.
• Receive sponsor training to become certified according to Sponsor standards.
• Stay informed about current events in countries where the languages are spoken.

Skills

Adult teaching experience

Team teaching

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

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

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Basic internet research

Job description

Leidos is seeking a Chinese Language Instructor to support a national security mission. The role involves delivering language training, conducting proficiency testing, and shaping linguistically prepared professionals in a mission-driven environment.

Required qualifications include a strong background in foreign language instruction and adult learning methodologies, a high score on English tests, and the ability to travel 0–10%.