Threat Tec LLC

Saludos Hispanos; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Saludos Hispanos is seeking a Spanish Associate Language Instructor to support the 7th Special Forces Group with foreign language and cultural instruction. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive language training using modern methods and technology integration.

The role requires strong language proficiency, a minimum of ILR level 2, and documented training in language instruction. Candidates must be prepared for travel and may require security clearance.

Qualifications

• ILR level 2 as measured by DoD test.
• TOEFL score at least 553 or 83 minimum overall.
• Minimum of 80 hours documented training in online language teaching.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• Assist in managing unit foreign language training.
• Teach language curriculum based on designated POI.

Skills

Instruction in speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills

Integration of technology in the classroom

Development of learning materials

Documented training in online language teaching

Job description

Description Threat Tec, LLC, a Veteran-Owned Small Business, is the leader of Operational Environment (OE) replication and Threat Emulation/Wargaming solutions. Threat Tec brings 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.

SUMMARY

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Duties include provide instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as regional and culture subjects, using modern communicative methodology. Instructors shall integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments employing resources such as Smart Boards, Blackboard, Rapid Rote, and SharePoint, the Internet, iPads, Tablet PCs, or other “state of the art” devices provided by the Government. Instructors shall develop learning materials, as required. Instructors shall employ computer skills to organize data and teaching materials.
• 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), takes attendance, make daily annotations of student’s learning and behavior progress or lack of, develop weekly progress reports.
• Develops, 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

English Language/Comprehension Score Qualifications and Requirements:

• 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 each 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.

Target Language Qualifications

• 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).
  • 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 material.
• 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.

TRAVEL

• Travel may be required.

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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