Job Description

Join one of the world s premier foreign language institutes in the stunning coastal city of Monterey California as a Senior Instructor of Russian. The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center offers an enriching intensive and studentcentered environment that champions both student success and faculty development. This role provides the unique opportunity to work in an immersionbased setting teaching Russian language and cultural topics while utilizing the latest educational technologies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach Russian language skills including listening reading writing and speaking within an immersive highenergy environment.
  
• Integrate geopolitical economic and social issues of Russianspeaking regions into the curriculum enhancing students cultural competency.
  
• Utilize technologyenhanced teaching methods including Smart Boards iPads and online resources to deliver engaging lessons and homework assignments.
  
• Develop organize and adapt teaching materials using computer software to meet curriculum goals.
  
• Stay updated on current foreign language teaching theories methodologies and technologies to maintain a high standard of instruction.
  

Requirements

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both Russian and English with strong oral and written communication skills in both languages.
  
• Educational Background:
  • Master s degree in any discipline OR
    
  • Bachelor s degree in any discipline with at least one year of experience in language instruction.
    
• Experience: Previous experience in formal classroom instruction (high school level or above) including lesson preparation course modification testing tutoring and structured counseling.
  
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using digital resources and classroom technology such as Smart Boards and online platforms.
  

Conditions of Employment

• Work Authorization: U.S. citizens or nonU.S. citizens with a valid U.S. work authorization.
  
• Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation.
  
• Term Appointment: This is a tenuretrack timelimited position for up to 36 months subject to mission needs funding and management discretion.
  

Benefits

Benefits

The position offers eligibility for comprehensive benefits tailored to fulltime parttime or intermittent status. To learn more about specific benefits please contact the hiring agency.

If you re passionate about sharing your expertise in the Russian language and culture and thrive in an intensive cuttingedge academic environment we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Monterey California!

Language Proficiency: Native or near-native fluency in Russian (speaking, reading, and writing). Strong fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing) for clear communication with students and colleagues. Teaching and Instructional Skills: Experience in formal classroom instruction, especially in teaching Russian as a foreign language. Skills in curriculum development, lesson planning, course modification, testing, and structured counseling. Ability to create a student-centered, immersive learning environment. Technological Proficiency: Experience with classroom technology, including Smart Boards, iPads, and other digital teaching tools. Familiarity with using digital resources to enhance learning, such as online platforms and digital assignments. Cultural Competence: Strong understanding of Russian culture, including geopolitical, economic, and social issues relevant to Russian-speaking regions. Ability to incorporate cultural knowledge into language lessons to create a holistic learning experience. Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Openness to staying current with language teaching theories, methodologies, and evolving best practices. Ability to adapt to new instructional methods and technologies as needed. Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Clear, effective communication skills in both Russian and English. Ability to provide constructive feedback and engage with students in a supportive, motivating manner. Organizational Skills: Proficiency in organizing data and materials for lesson planning, grading, and administrative reporting. Strong time management skills to balance teaching responsibilities with faculty development activities.

Education

Master s degree in any discipline OR Bachelor s degree in any discipline with at least one year of experience in language instruction.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time,

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