Vietnamese Language Instructor

Leidos; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Professional development

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Vietnamese Language Instructor in Vienna, Virginia, to deliver language instruction and conduct proficiency testing for national security missions. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree with relevant teaching experience. Proficiency in English and the target language is essential. The role includes preparing class materials, conducting assessments, and requires a willingness to obtain TS/SCI security clearance. Join a mission-focused team committed to high-impact training and professional development.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience with a Bachelor's, or 2–10 years with a Master's.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience required.
• Must achieve ILR scores of 5/5/5 in language testing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily instruction in language courses.
• Conduct language proficiency assessments weekly.
• Develop customized class materials for students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Proficiency in English

Communication skills

Cultural fluency

Education

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

Master's degree relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Internet research skills

Job description

Vietnamese Language Instructor

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Leidos delivers innovative solutions through diverse and talented people dedicated to customers’ success. Our mission, vision, and values guide the way we do business. Leidos will sponsor and upgrade security clearances for eligible candidates.

Position overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Vietnamese Instructor to support a critical national security mission. This role involves language training, proficiency testing, and shaping the next generation of linguistically prepared professionals.

Why join Leidos?

• Mission-focused team serving national security priorities.
• Leverage linguistic and cultural fluency to shape high-impact training.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 3–5 hours of daily instruction in courses ranging from ILR levels 0–3.
• Complete training and become a certified language tester, with expectations to conduct 3–4 language proficiency assessments weekly.
• Instruct students in speaking a foreign language and understanding the culture to teach culture through communication.
• Develop class materials and training aids to meet customized student needs.
• Work under the direction of experienced senior trained instructors and maintain strong foreign language skills.
• Familiar with current events in the countries where the foreign languages are spoken.
• Receive sponsor training focusing on foreign language teaching and testing to become certified according to Sponsor standards.

Required 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. Additional years may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience.
• Degree must be obtained either in the U.S. or in a country where the target language is natively spoken.
• Proficient in MS Office and basic internet research.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and the foreign language.

Language Proficiency Requirements

• Must pass an endorsed translation test with a score of 4 or higher.
• Must achieve a minimum of 5/5/5 in speaking, listening, and reading on standard ILR scale.

Security Clearance Requirement

• TS/SCI/FS but willing to sponsor TS/SCI FS.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing all required language tests.
• Clearance must be fully adjudicated before starting. Linguists can only begin work on contract with a fully adjudicated security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the U.S. Intelligence Community, military, or law enforcement.
• Ability to communicate fluently in multiple languages is highly desirable.
• Prior exposure to cryptologic or national security environments is a plus.
• Linguists proficient in multiple languages are strongly desired.

Application note

This role is for qualified candidates interested in language education and national service. Submit your resume to be considered for this opportunity.

EEO and Compliance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.