Russian Language Instructor - DLIFLC Monterey

ICA Language Services in; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem

Airfare

Lodging

Rental car

Job summary

ICA Language Services is recruiting Russian language instructors to teach post-DLPT (GRIT) students in person at DLIFLC in Monterey, CA. Candidates need at least two years of experience teaching Russian to adult professionals in an intensive setting.

Instructors will plan and conduct classes, develop materials, and assess progress, with duties including quarterly reports to supervisors and use of online learning tools. Employment is contingent on clearance to work on the military base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a foreign language, linguistics, or a related field
• Minimum two years of full-time experience teaching adult professional students
• Experience teaching the post-DLPT/GRIT program preferred
• Experience teaching US military students
• OPI scores: ILR 4 or Superior (ACTFL) in Russian; ILR 2 or Advanced (ACTFL) in English
• Familiarity with DLPT, OPI, and other government-administered tests
• Knowledge of the ILR and/or ACTFL scales
• Experience integrating instructional technology in teaching and assessment
• Experience using online meeting platforms such as Zoom, Teams, or WebEx

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct Russian language classes using a variety of teaching techniques to develop listening, reading, and speaking skills
• Create training materials and collaborate with other instructors on program matters
• Perform teaching and administrative duties under supervision
• Administer weekly quizzes and assessments and monitor student progress
• Provide monthly written reports of student progress and develop improvement plans
• Maximize the use of instructional technology and online resources
• Adjust teaching methods to individual learning styles and needs

Skills

Russian instruction

Adult learners

DLPT/GRIT experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Zoom

Teams

WebEx

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: DLIFLC - Presidio of Monterey - Monterey, CA 93944, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: Bachelor's Degree, Salary Range: $30.00 - $30.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Education, ICA Language Services is currently seeking experienced Russian language instructors to teach post-DLPT (GRIT) students in person at the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center in Monterey, CA. Candidates should have at least two years of experience teaching Russian to adult students in an intensive setting (4-8 hours daily).

• Location: Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center in Monterey, CA
• Period of performance: 11/22/2026 - 2/12/2027
• Training days: Monday through Friday
• Schedule: 7:45 am - 4:45 pm (8 hours of instruction/lesson planning)
• Pay rate: $30.00 per hour (for non-local instructors)
• Note: per diem, airfare, lodging, and a rental car are provided for non-local instructors

Duties

• Plan and conduct Russian language classes using a variety of teaching techniques and approaches to develop students’ listening, reading, and speaking skills;
• Create training materials and work collaboratively with other instructors on all program-related matters;
• Perform other teaching and administrative duties, as needed, under the guidance of the Training Manager(s) and Supervisor(s);
• Administer weekly quizzes and assessments, and conduct other informal or formal assessments of students’ learning progress;
• Provide monthly written reports of the students' progress to the supervisor and jointly develop plans to address any potential issues;
• Maximize the use of instruction technology and online learning resources into teaching to support independent learning;
• Adjust teaching techniques and approaches to the student's individual learning styles and professional needs;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a foreign language, linguistics, or a related field
• Minimum two years of full-time experience teaching adult professional students
• Experience teaching the post-DLPT/GRIT program preferred
• Experience teaching US military students
• OPI scores:
• ILR 4 or Superior (ACTFL) in Russian
• ILR 2 or Advanced (ACTFL) in English
• Familiarity with DLPT, OPI, and other government-administered tests
• Knowledge of the ILR and/or ACTFL scales
• Experience integrating instruction technology in teaching and assessment
• Experience using online meeting platforms for teaching such as Zoom, Teams, or WebEx

Security & Access

Employment is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain access to a U.S. military installation. This includes a government security investigation, identity verification, and compliance with installation security policies. A security clearance is not required for this position.

Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

ICA Language Services is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable laws.