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Cloudberry

Foreign Language Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site

We teach face-to-face and online. Cloudberry is looking for talented, flexible, well-rounded and ... language instructors and interpreters are also frequently required in different locations.

Tutor Me Education

Virtual ASL Instructor

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$40/hr

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor to join our ... Proven experience teaching ASL, either in a classroom, online, or community setting. * Experience ...

Tutor Me Education

Virtual ASL Instructor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$40/hr

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable American Sign Language (ASL) Instructor to join our ... Proven experience teaching ASL, either in a classroom, online, or community setting. * Experience ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for online language instructor in Chicago, IL is $23.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.02 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Online Language Instructor, you need strong language proficiency, teaching experience, and a relevant degree or certification in language education. Familiarity with virtual classroom platforms, language assessment tools, and digital content creation software is typically required. Outstanding communication, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability are vital soft skills for engaging diverse learners and fostering an interactive environment. These skills and qualities ensure effective instruction, student engagement, and successful language acquisition in an online setting.

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Online Language Instructors often encounter challenges such as maintaining student motivation, addressing diverse learning styles, and managing technical issues. To overcome these, instructors can use interactive tools, adapt lesson plans for different proficiency levels, and provide regular feedback to keep learners engaged. Building rapport through video calls and fostering a supportive online classroom atmosphere also significantly enhance participation and learning outcomes.

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An Online Language Instructor teaches students a new language through virtual platforms, such as video calls or online learning portals. They design lessons, provide feedback, and tailor their teaching methods to the needs and proficiency levels of individual learners or groups. Instructors may also use interactive tools, digital resources, and multimedia content to make lessons engaging and effective. Their goal is to help students improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in the target language.
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Infographic showing various Online Language Instructor job openings in Chicago, IL as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,103 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

Foreign Language Instructor

Cloudberry

Chicago, IL • On-site

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Posted 4 days ago

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Company Description
Cloudberry is a new generation language school that offers tailored language lessons for children and adults at all levels. We focus on Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic languages - critical and most spoken in the world but less commonly taught in the US. We developed fun and unique Pre-Travel Program, Cooking Immersion Program, Film & Culture Workshops, Corporate Language Lessons, Government Solutions and much more. At Cloudberry we believe it is essential to teach language and culture together.
We are proud of our heritage programs designed for children speaking another language at home. These programs foster true bilinguals and boost children's speaking, writing and reading skills.
Cloudberry also offers innovative language and culture classes for children adopted from Russia, Kazakhstan, Ukraine and China.
We teach face-to-face and online.
Job Description
Cloudberry is looking for talented, flexible, well-rounded and passionate teachers of Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Arabic languages and culture. ESL, Business English, Indonesian, Tagalog, Dari/Pashto, Korean, Urdu and Swahili language instructors and interpreters are also frequently required in different locations.
  1. Developing and implementing communicative, task-based, student-centered, and proficiency-oriented learning activities in accordance with course requirements
  2. Explaining concepts clearly and coherently to students and providing constructive feedback to students in a timely manner.
  3. Assisting with the evaluation of students as necessary
  4. Participating in field trips within the area
  5. Holding lessons that include survival, familiarization, language/regional expertise/culture, initial acquisition, sustainment/enhancement, situational, and live environment training

Part-time, different locations around the country (online, Chicago and the suburbs, Colorado, North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, South Carolina and other), work on evenings and weekends is possible, work with adults and/or children at all levels of proficiency.
Qualifications
  1. BA, MA desired
  2. Understanding the second language acquisition process and teaching techniques
  3. Ability to communicate with different people and incorporate fun activities (both with adults and children)
  4. Ability to create engaging, effective and interesting lessons based on practical materials
  5. Enthusiasm for culture and language
  6. A desire to learn and attend training sessions
  7. Motivation to grow in foreign language education
  8. Proficiency in English (and the target language)
  9. Experience teaching foreign languages is desired but not required

Cloudberry provides training to all new teachers.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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