A Bilingual, ESL, or Language Teacher teaches foreign languages to students in elementary to secondary schools. This includes English as a second language. Common foreign languages which are taught are Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Dutch, Russian, Mandarin, and Arabic.
Mandarin Chinese Language Instructor - Hybrid Class at ICA Language Services Mandarin Chinese Language Instructor - Hybrid Class at ICA Language Services in Arlington, Virginia Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
Part-Time Job Description:
ICA Language Services is seeking an experienced Mandarin Chinese language instructor (traditional script) to provide instruction at our facility in Rosslyn, VA and online. This position supports intensive classroom language instruction focused on listening, speaking, and reading skills.
Job Details Location:
Rosslyn, VA (on-site classroom) and online
Assignment Length:
9/8/2026 - 9/30/2026
Days:
Monday - Friday; preferably Tuesdays/Thursdays in person
Schedule:
9:00 am-2:00 pm Duties and Responsibilities Plan and deliver intensive Mandarin Chinese (traditional script) classes aligned with NFATC-style test preparation and proficiency goals Teach core language skills (listening, speaking, reading) using communicative, task-based, and proficiency-based methods Develop and adapt instructional materials to meet learners' specific skill levels and test preparation needs Administer practice assessments and quizzes to monitor student progress Provide constructive feedback to students and support independent language study Integrate classroom activities that simulate NFATC testing formats and task-based language use Under the guidance of the language training supervisor, provide monthly reports of students' progress Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mandarin Chinese, linguistics, education, or a related field Minimum two years of experience teaching Mandarin Chinese to adult learners in an intensive setting Familiarity with the ILR proficiency scale and NFATC (FSI) testing protocols Ability to develop materials and exercises aligned with test requirements Strong organizational, communication, and classroom management skills Minimum ILR 4/4 proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and demonstrated knowledge of Traditional Chinese characters. High proficiency in English sufficient for instruction and feedback Eligibility Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals authorized to work in the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer ICA Language Services is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under any applicable laws.
