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Foreign Language Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

ESL, Business English, Indonesian, Tagalog, Dari/Pashto, Korean, Urdu and Swahili language instructors and interpreters are also frequently required in different locations. * Developing and ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for indonesian language instructor in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Indonesian language instructor do?

An Indonesian Language Instructor teaches students how to speak, read, write, and understand the Indonesian language. They develop lesson plans, provide instruction at various proficiency levels, and use a variety of teaching methods to help students grasp grammar, vocabulary, and cultural nuances. Instructors may teach in classrooms, online, or in private sessions, and often assess student progress through assignments and exams. Their goal is to help students achieve fluency and a deeper understanding of Indonesian culture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Indonesian language instructor?

To thrive as an Indonesian Language Instructor, you need fluency in Bahasa Indonesia, a solid understanding of language pedagogy, and often a degree in education or linguistics. Familiarity with digital teaching platforms, language assessment tools, and curriculum development software is commonly required. Excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help instructors engage diverse learners and create an inclusive classroom environment. These skills and qualities are crucial for fostering effective language acquisition and ensuring positive learning outcomes for students.

What are some common challenges Indonesian language instructors face when teaching non-native speakers, and how can they be addressed?

Indonesian Language Instructors often encounter challenges such as varying levels of student language proficiency, differences in learning styles, and limited exposure to the language outside the classroom. To address these issues, instructors typically use a mix of immersive activities, multimedia resources, and tailored lesson plans that cater to individual and group needs. Collaborating with other instructors and participating in professional development opportunities can also provide new strategies for engaging students and overcoming common obstacles.

What is the difference between Indonesian Language Instructor vs Indonesian Language Tutor?

AspectIndonesian Language InstructorIndonesian Language Tutor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in education or linguistics, TEFL/TESOL certificationMay have similar credentials but often less formal, sometimes just language proficiency
Work EnvironmentClassroom, language schools, universities, online teaching platformsOne-on-one sessions, online or in-person, often flexible scheduling
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, language centers, universitiesPrivate clients, online tutoring platforms, language learning apps

Indonesian Language Instructors generally work in formal educational settings with structured curricula, while Indonesian Language Tutors often provide personalized, flexible lessons to individual learners. Both roles require strong language skills, but the instructor role typically involves formal qualifications and institutional employment, whereas tutoring is more informal and client-focused.

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Indonesian Associate Language Instructor

Threat Tec, LLC

Lakewood, WA

$33 - $36/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the government in managing all aspects of the unit foreign LREC training to enhance the effectiveness of the training program.

  • Execute planned and ad hoc tutoring sessions, teach language curriculum based on designated POI, and develop daily lesson plans.

  • Develop, review, and grade homework and assessments, maintain a positive learning environment, and collaborate with team members to address curriculum gaps.

Job description

Threat Tec, LLC, a rapidly growing Veteran-Owned Business, is the leader of Operational Environment (OE) replication and Threat Emulation/Wargaming solutions. Threat Tec brings innovative thinking and extensive experience to complex challenges for public and private sector customers. We work alongside our nation's defenders, developing solutions that drive success and protect our future. Join a team that is embodied by an unwavering commitment to professionalism, honesty, and innovation.

Threat Tec, LLC, a Veteran-Owned Small Business, has openings for Indonesian Associate Language Instructors to join our growing company at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. 
 
SUMMARY:
Language Associate Language Instructor will assist the 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) 1st SFC(A) which has an ongoing requirement for foreign Language, Regional Expertise, and Cultural (LREC) instruction and LREC program support services.
Responsibilities
  • Assist Government (GOVT) in the management of all aspects of the unit foreign LREC training that enhances the effectiveness of the 1SFC(A)’s advanced LREC training program. 
  • Execute planned POI and ad hoc tutoring sessions. Teach language curriculum based on designated POI and do not deviate from POI without approval from GOVT. 
  • Develop daily lesson plans (at minimum 1 day in advance of delivery), takes attendance, make daily annotations of student’s learning and behavior progress or lack of, develop weekly progress reports. 
  • Develops, review, correct, and grade daily homework, discuss and provide weekly feedback with Site Lead and POI analyst for weekly assessments/quizzes. 
  • Review, distribute and grade weekly assessments/quizzes. 
  • Maintain a positive and professional learning environment, address student behavior/attendance concerns with site lead, and utilize designated materials mentioned in POI and other products approved by GOVT to support instruction. 
  • Collaborate with Site Lead, POI analyst, or Language Instructional Developer to address student and curriculum gaps. 
  • Duties include provide instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as regional and culture subjects, using modern communicative methodology. Instructors shall integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments employing resources such as Smart Boards, Blackboard, Rapid Rote, and SharePoint, the Internet, iPads, Tablet PCs, or other “state of the art” devices provided by the Government. Instructors shall develop learning materials, as required. Instructors shall employ computer skills to organize data and teaching materials. 
English Language/Comprehension Score Qualifications and Requirements
  • At least ILR level 2 as measured by DoD test. 
  • A score of 553 on the Test of English as a Foreign  
  • Language (TOEFL) PBT, or TOEFL iBT score as Follows: 83 minimum overall and at least 20 each in Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing. 
  • A score of no less than 82 on the English Comprehension Level (ECL) test. 
  • At least a proficiency level 2 or Advanced-Low (ACTFL) on an OPI.
Target Language Qualifications
  • Language Instructor will possess general professional proficiency (a language rating of ILR level 2+ or ACTFL Advanced-High) or higher in the specified foreign language. Proficiency will be demonstrated by one of the following:  
  • Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) or 2-skill OPI from the DLIFLC. 
  • An interview certified by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).
  • Defense Language Proficiency Test.
Skills
  • Provide instruction in speaking, listening, writing, and reading skills 
  • Provide instruction on regional and culture topics 
  • Integrate technology in the classroom and in homework assignments  
  • Develop learning material 
  • Minimum of 80 hours documented training in online language teaching. 
  • All candidates will be required to take and pass the foreign language test 
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance  
Travel
  • Travel may be required.
Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors including experience, education, certifications, security clearance requirements, internal equity, and customer or contract requirements.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Threat Tec, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers (EEO/AA). All employment and hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, nationality, gender, ethnic origin, disability, age, sex, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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