Spanish Associate Language Instructor

Threat Tec; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Threat Tec, LLC, a rapidly growing Veteran-Owned Business, is seeking a Spanish Associate Language Instructor to support the 7th Special Forces Group (SFG) at Fort Bragg with foreign language, regional expertise, and cultural instruction.

You will develop lesson plans, deliver sessions, assess progress, and integrate technology and government-approved materials to enhance training; ILR level 2+ or ACTFL Advanced-High and TOEFL/ECL/OPI qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• At least ILR level 2 as measured by DoD test.
• A score of 553 on TOEFL PBT, or TOEFL iBT 83 minimum overall with 20 in Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.
• A score of no less than 82 on the English Comprehension Level (ECL) test.
• At least proficiency level 2 or Advanced-Low (ACTFL) on an OPI.
• Language Instructor will possess ILR 2+ or ACTFL Advanced-High or higher in the specified foreign language; demonstrated by OPI or DLIFLC certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist GOVT in managing all aspects of the unit foreign LREC training to enhance the 1SFC(A)'s advanced LREC training program.
• Execute planned POI and ad hoc tutoring sessions; teach language curriculum based on POI.
• Develop daily lesson plans and attendance, with weekly progress reports.

Skills

Speaking instruction

Listening instruction

Writing instruction

Reading instruction

Regional & culture topics

Technology integration in classroom

Learning materials development

Language testing

Security clearance

Education

ILR level 2

TOEFL PBT 553 or TOEFL iBT 83+ with 20 in each section

ECL 82

OPI proficiency 2+ or ACTFL Advanced-High

Job description

Overview

Threat Tec, LLC, a rapidly growing Veteran-Owned Business, is the leader of Operational Environment (OE) replication and Threat Emulation/Wargaming solutions. Threat Tec provides innovative thinking and extensive experience to complex challenges for public and private sector customers. We work alongside our nation’s defenders, developing solutions that drive success and protect our future. Join a team that is embodied by an unwavering commitment to professionalism, honesty, and innovation.

Spanish Associate Language Instructor will assist the 7th Special Forces Group (SFG) which has an ongoing requirement for foreign Language, Regional Expertise, and Cultural (LREC) instruction and LREC program support services.

Responsibilities

• Assist Government (GOVT) in the management of all aspects of the unit foreign LREC training that enhances the effectiveness of the 1SFC(A)'s advanced LREC training program.
• Execute planned POI and ad hoc tutoring sessions. Teach language curriculum based on designated POI and do not deviate from POI without approval from GOVT.
• Develop daily lesson plans (at minimum 1 day in advance of delivery), take attendance, make daily annotations of student learning and behavior progress or lack of, and develop weekly progress reports.
• Develop, review, correct, and grade daily homework; discuss and provide weekly feedback with Site Lead and POI analyst for weekly assessments/quizzes.
• Review, distribute and grade weekly assessments/quizzes.
• Maintain a positive and professional learning environment, address student behavior/attendance concerns with site lead, and utilize designated materials mentioned in POI and other products approved by GOVT to support instruction.
• Collaborate with Site Lead, POI analyst, or Language Instructional Developer to address student and curriculum gaps.
• Provide instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as regional and culture subjects. Integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments using resources such as Smart Boards, Blackboard, Rapid Rote, SharePoint, the Internet, iPads, Tablet PCs, or other government-provided devices. Develop learning materials as required and employ computer skills to organize data and teaching materials.

Qualifications

• At least ILR level 2 as measured by DoD test.
• A score of 553 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) PBT, or TOEFL iBT score as follows: 83 minimum overall and at least 20 in Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.
• A score of no less than 82 on the English Comprehension Level (ECL) test.
• At least a proficiency level 2 or Advanced-Low (ACTFL) on an OPI.
• Language Instructor will possess general professional proficiency (a language rating of ILR level 2+ or ACTFL Advanced-High) or higher in the specified foreign language. Proficiency will be demonstrated by one of the following: Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) or 2-skill OPI from the DLIFLC; an interview certified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL); or Defense Language Proficiency Test.

Skills

• Provide instruction in speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills.
• Provide instruction on regional and culture topics.
• Integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments.
• Develop learning materials.
• Minimum of 80 hours documented training in online language teaching.
• All candidates will be required to take and pass the foreign language test.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors including experience, education, certifications, security clearance requirements, internal equity, and customer or contract requirements.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

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