Foreign Language Instructor

Description

Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Leidos will sponsor and upgrade security clearances for eligible candidates.

Take Your Expertise to the Next Level - Join Leidos as a Language Instructor

Required languages:
Chinese, Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian,
Spanish,

Are you a seasoned Language Instructor ready to elevate your career and make a meaningful impact? The Leidos National Security Sector is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Instructor to support a critical national security mission. This is not just another teaching job—it's an opportunity to apply your expertise in language, culture, and pedagogy in a dynamic and mission-driven environment.

We're looking for a passionate professional with a strong foundation in foreign language instruction, advanced knowledge of adult learning methodologies, and a commitment to excellence. You will play a key role in delivering language training, conducting proficiency testing, and shaping the next generation of linguistically prepared professionals.

Why Join Leidos?

• Be part of a mission-focused team serving national security priorities.
• Leverage your linguistic and cultural fluency to shape high-impact training.
• Grow your career in a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Responsibilities Include:

• 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 of the area or country 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, demonstrating strong foreign language skills.
• Stay informed about current events in countries where the languages are spoken.
• Receive sponsor-specific training 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 relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 2-10 years of experience. Additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience.
• Degree obtained 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 both English and the foreign language.

Language Proficiency Requirements

• Pass a LEIDOS/approved commercial testing vendor translation test (3 hours) with a score of 4 or higher.
• Achieve a minimum of 4/4/4 in speaking, listening, and reading on the ILR scale.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• No clearance required to apply.
• Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, fully adjudicated before work begins. Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing all language tests.
• Clearance must be fully adjudicated before starting; linguists can only begin work with a fully adjudicated security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with in 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.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is strongly desired.

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is more than a job—it's a mission. If you're driven, qualified, and passionate about language education and national service, we want to hear from you. Submit your resume today and embark on a rewarding career that truly matters.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that foster professional and personal growth. Helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you—apply today!

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