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Korean Language Instructor

Vienna, VA · On-site

Korean Language Instructor Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people ...

Leidos

Korean Language Instructor

Vienna, VA

Korean Language Instructor Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? Unleash your potential at Leidos, where we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people ...

Leidos

Korean Language Instructor

Chantilly, VA

$92K - $166K/yr

Korean Language Instructor Leidos is seeking a skilled Korean Instructor to support a high-priority customer mission. These are full-time in-person positions requiring both teaching and language ...

Leidos

Korean Language Instructor

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Korean Language Instructor Leidos is seeking a skilled Korean Instructor to support a high-priority customer mission. These are full-time in-person positions requiring both teaching and language ...

Ascensus Global Inc

We are actively seeking a Korean Language Instructor to support a language training contract in Ft. Bragg, NC. Requirements ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Teach adult professional students in ...

MultiLingual Solutions

We are actively seeking a Korean Language Instructor to support a language training contract in Ft. Bragg, NC. Requirements ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Teach adult professional students in ...

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As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for korean 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.

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To thrive as a Korean Language Instructor, you need advanced proficiency in Korean and English, a background in language education, and often a relevant teaching certification such as a TESOL or language-specific credential. Familiarity with digital classroom tools, online learning platforms, and curriculum development software is commonly required. Excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, and patience are essential soft skills for effectively engaging diverse learners. These skills ensure high-quality instruction, learner engagement, and successful language acquisition for students in a variety of settings.

What is a Korean Language Instructor job?

A Korean Language Instructor is responsible for teaching the Korean language to students of various proficiency levels. They develop lesson plans, create instructional materials, and use various teaching methods to enhance language learning. Instructors may work in schools, language institutes, or corporate settings, helping learners improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. They may also provide cultural insights and language immersion experiences to support effective learning.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Korean Language Instructor?

As a Korean Language Instructor, your daily tasks often include preparing lesson plans, teaching classes (in-person or online), assessing student progress, and providing feedback on assignments. You may also develop learning materials, host conversational practice sessions, and adapt instruction to suit varying proficiency levels. Collaboration with other language instructors or academic staff is common, particularly for curriculum alignment and enhancing student support. Staying current on language teaching methodologies and Korean cultural trends further enriches the learning experience for your students.

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Korean Language Instructor

Korean Language Instructor

Leidos

Vienna, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Leidos rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 147 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 430 rated business services

Job description

Korean Language Instructor
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
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: Korean
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 Korean 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:
As a Language Instructor, you will:
  • 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.
  • The position is responsible for instructing students in speaking a foreign language and understanding the culture of the area or country to teach culture through communication.
  • Instructors must be able to develop class materials and training aids to meet customized student needs.
  • The contract linguist instructor(s) shall have strong foreign language skills and will work under the direction of experienced senior trained instructors.
  • It is also important that candidates are familiar with current events in the countries where the foreign languages are spoken.
  • Once on the program, contract linguist instructors are required to receive specific sponsor training focusing on foreign language teaching and foreign language testing in order to become certified according to Sponsor standards.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in education, foreign language, or linguistics with 10- 12 years of prior relevant experience or Master's degree with 2 - 10 years of prior relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 2 years of direct teaching experience.
  • Degree must be obtained either 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
  • Must pass a LEIDOS/ accepted commercial testing vendors-administered translation test (3 hours) with a score of 4 or higher.
  • Must achieve a minimum of5/5/5 in speaking, listening, and reading on standard ILR scale.

Security Clearance Requirement
  • TS/SCI/with poly but willing to sponsor TS/SCI with poly
  • Able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph (must be fully adjudicated before work begins). Leidos will sponsor candidates after passing all the required language tests.
  • Clearance must be fully adjudicated before starting. Linguists can only begin work on contract with a fully adjudicated security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience within the U.S. Intelligence Community, military, or law enforcement.
  • Ability to communicate fluently and professionally in multiple languages is highly desirable.
  • Prior exposure to cryptologic or national security environments a plus.
  • Linguists who are proficient in multiple languages are 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 provide them with an opportunity to thrive, professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We're excited to learn more about you, apply today!
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
May 1, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, 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 sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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