Curriculum Specialist

Global Language Center (Global Language Translation, Inc.) is a woman‑owned small business that delivers language and administrative support services to U.S. government, commercial, and individual clients worldwide. The organization is a trusted provider of language instruction, cultural training, and administrative support to U.S. Department of State foreign affairs professionals and other federal agencies. Services include language instruction, cultural awareness training, translation and interpretation, curriculum design, digital media editing, and evaluation.

The company also offers program and project management, administrative support, and GSA schedule services, providing comprehensive solutions for clients with complex language and training needs.

GLC is pleased to announce that we are hiring for 2 Curriculum Specialist (CS) Positions with the Directorate of Language Studies (LS) at the U.S. Department of State National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC).

• With minimal direction and maximum coordination, lead groups in the development of language training materials or School of Language Studies (SLS)-relevant reference materials and/or in the development of SLS-relevant instructional research and development following the SLS model.
• With minimal direction and maximum coordination, manage the development and implementation of new specialized language training programs for domestic and overseas use. Assist other language professionals in a mentoring role, by, among other things, developing models that reflect "best practices" as defined by the field of Instructed Second Language Acquisition. Actively encourage the wider use of innovative training models, e.g., distance learning, multimedia learning systems, guided self‑study, coaching, exploiting a local language environment, and tutoring.
• With minimal direction and maximum coordination, lead groups in the development of SLS-relevant staff training projects or undertake training development on own, including, but not limited to, design and execution of workshops for SLS staff. Training projects may involve coaching, mentoring or classroom observation as required.
• With minimal direction and maximum coordination, collaborate with the Division of Curriculum, Student and Staff Development to draft all required documents in the curriculum development project approval process, and provide status updates on approved projects as directed.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience developing courses for adult learners of foreign languages.
• BA/BS, MA/MS, or Ph.D., or foreign equivalent degree in a relevant language education field such as Corpus Linguistics, Training, Second Language Acquisition, Applied Linguistics, and/or Instructional Design with demonstrated expertise through experience or publications in instructional design and/or curriculum development methodologies in language education.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills: e.g., email, Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with online meeting software (Zoom, Skype, MS Teams, Webex), etc.

• Experience incorporating a range of educational technology in instructional materials.
• Experience designing materials for proficiency‑based instruction.
• Experience designing task‑based language learning materials.
• Experience designing vocabulary‑based language learning materials.
  
  Experience designing courses utilizing blended learning models.
• Experience integrating social media applications for educational purposes.
• Experience designing and delivering training targeted to needs of diplomatic community.

• Start Date:
  
  August 17, 2026
• End Date:
  August 15, 2027
• Rate: $50/hour
• 100% in‑person presence required at the NFATC campus in Arlington, VA during core business hours.
• This is a contractor position which may be renewed based on NFATC’s requirements and needs.
• This position is eligible for benefits.

Please submit your most current resume by email at gl or apply online at  ASAP but no later than 5 pm ET on Wednesday, July 2, 2026.

• Confirm your current location (city/state). Only local candidates in the National Capital Region (DC, MD, VA) will be considered, or those who are willing to relocate to the area at their own expense before they start. GLC does not provide relocation compensation.
• Confirm your work authorization status (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Green Card Holder, Valid Work Authorization with the ability to work for any employer in the U.S., etc). GLC does not sponsor work visas.

If you have any questions, please contact Dana Sapatoru, Ph.D., Program Manager, at