Bilingual Assistant in Hebrew; Summer LSH

Overview

Bilingual Assistant in Hebrew (Summer 2026 LSH
004)

The School of Hebrew (SoH) bilingual posting is for the summer 2026 session, located on the campus of Middlebury College in Middlebury, Vermont.

Arrival date:
Sunday, June 21, 2026
Departure date:
Saturday, August 15, 2026

Our unique 7-week program combines a cultural immersion environment with rigorous daily classroom instruction.

Essential to the functioning of each Language School, the Bilingual Summer Staff member organizes and implements multiple facets of the academic and non-academic operations of the School; provides tutoring, co-curricular, and residential support to students; works under the supervision of the School Assistant Director and Co-Directors in the organization of School operations; and assists Faculty in all language related activities outside of the classroom.

In addition to hourly compensation, lodging and meals will be provided.

• Program ambassador — Serves as a primary in-language point of contact for students and faculty. Knowledgeable about the program as well as campus resources and policies.
• Student life — Represents the School administration in the dorms and social spaces, especially on evenings and weekends. Resides in dorms. Provides guidance and non-academic support. Monitors adherence to the Language Pledge. Organizes social activities in the dorms. Responds to student emergencies and urgent situations. Directs students to appropriate offices and resources, academic and non-academic.
• Co-curricular activities and events — Facilitates the School's cultural program, an integral part of the immersion-based academic experience. Liaises with campus offices, designs and implements complex school-wide cultural events, assists in regular co-curricular activities, and may drive students in College van as needed. Represents director by hosting official guests and assists faculty, guests, and the director at lectures, performances, and other events.
  
  Coordinates inter-school activities. Attends program events as crowd managers and enthusiastic leaders.
• Tutoring and pedagogical support — May provide tutoring hours to assist students with homework, grammar, pronunciation, etc., and engage in conversation practice with students outside of class.
• Technology — Provides general IT support for faculty, guests, and students. Provides curricular technology training and support for faculty. Manages circulation of School technology, equipment, and film archive. Provides technical support at events (including basic AV, sound, and light design) and in the classroom as requested by faculty.
• Communication — Communicates with students and faculty across platforms. Designs and edits web content on instructional in-language sites. Develops media content and publications (calendars, posters, event programs, etc.). Manages photography and videography, edits content, and prepares slideshows and event videos. Translates School and other official Middlebury documents.
• School office — Runs the School office and serves as in-language point of contact for students, faculty, and guests needing drop-in assistance. Schedules events and activities.

• Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred. Advanced degree a plus.
• Native or near-native proficiency in Hebrew and English, oral and written.
• Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills (both oral and written).
• Ability to work with people of all ages and levels (students, professionals, and colleagues).
• Must be willing to take initiative and assume responsibility, but also work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Current driver's license required.

Candidates should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• A letter of recommendation

Final date to receive applications is November 1, 2025 but the position will remain open until filled. This position is for summer 2026.

As an employee of Middlebury College, you will enjoy being part of a vibrant supportive community. Perks of employment include Midd Card Privileges—access to athletic facilities, discounts at the College store, library privileges.

Middlebury College is an equal-opportunity employer where…