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Leidos

Portuguese Instructor

Chantilly, VA

$92K - $166K/yr

Portuguese Instructor (Part-Time) Leidos is seeking a skilled Portuguese Instructor to support a ... Provide 3-5 hours of language instruction per day across proficiency levels ILR 0-3. * Develop ...

Leidos

Portuguese Instructor

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$92K - $166K/yr

Portuguese Instructor (Part-Time) Leidos is seeking a skilled Portuguese Instructor to support a ... Provide 3-5 hours of language instruction per day across proficiency levels ILR 0-3. * Develop ...

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How much do portuguese language instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for portuguese 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Portuguese language instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Portuguese Language Instructor, you need fluency in Portuguese, a solid understanding of language pedagogy, and often a relevant degree or teaching certification. Familiarity with digital language learning platforms, virtual classroom tools, and assessment systems is typically required. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help instructors engage diverse learners and create an effective learning environment. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering high-quality instruction and supporting student success in language acquisition.

How does a Portuguese language instructor typically structure lessons to address varying proficiency levels within a class?

A Portuguese Language Instructor often uses differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate students with different proficiency levels. This may involve grouping students for collaborative activities, offering supplemental materials, and tailoring assignments to individual needs. Instructors frequently assess student progress and adjust lesson plans to ensure all learners are engaged and challenged. Collaboration with fellow language instructors to share resources and teaching methods is also common, fostering a supportive learning environment.

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

AspectPortuguese Language InstructorPortuguese Tutor
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in education or linguistics, and teaching certificationsMay have similar credentials but often less formal, sometimes just native fluency or language proficiency
Work EnvironmentClassroom settings, language schools, online coursesOne-on-one sessions, online platforms, informal settings
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, language centers, universitiesPrivate clients, online tutoring platforms, language apps
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for formal teaching roles or structured coursesSeeking personalized, flexible language practice

The main difference between a Portuguese Language Instructor and a Portuguese Tutor lies in their work environment, credentials, and the formality of their teaching. Instructors typically work in educational institutions with formal certifications, while tutors often provide personalized lessons in more informal settings. Both roles aim to improve language skills but serve different needs and contexts.

What does a Portuguese language instructor do?

A Portuguese Language Instructor teaches students how to read, write, speak, and understand Portuguese. They develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and use various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles. Instructors may work with beginners or advanced learners, and often incorporate cultural aspects to enhance language learning. They can teach in schools, language centers, or offer private lessons.
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Infographic showing various Portuguese Language Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,666 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Heritage Language Instructor

Atlanta International School

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

This is a year round open position for ongoing recruitment purposes.

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
Atlanta International School (AIS) offers the full International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum to all students, from 3K through grade 12. Our challenging academic programs develop internationally-minded, critical-thinking students able to take complex and often disparate knowledge, concepts and skills, and forge these into new and unique ways of solving problems. We provide a rigorous education in a diverse, multicultural, multilinguistic community where the reality and hope of human potential are in action. 


Our mission at AIS is to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better. All AIS employees believe deeply in the potential of each student, value critical thinking (their own and students’) and know learning can be fun and exciting. AIS offers an incredible spirit of community and diversity of perspectives that come from students, families, and employees representing more than 90 nationalities and over 60 languages.
Our school is committed to the safety and well-being of every child. We maintain rigorous safeguarding practices to ensure a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
AIS is looking for instructors to join our Afterschool Heritage Language program in the following languages: Greek, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian or Swahili. The teacher will lead a class in that is composed of beginners and mixed ages (5 to 10 years old). The class group is small (3 to 8 students). Students have a cultural connection to the language but may not have language competency at the start of the course. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide opportunities for use of oral language skills.
  • Develop cultural connections (literary, musical, customary, etc.).
  • Engage students’ families in the program to establish a bridge between school and home identity.
  • Use and develop student reading and writing skills in context.
  • Engage students through STEAM-based (science, art, etc.) problem-solving activities once students have reached a level when they have developed basic communication skills.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

  • Native speaker of Greek, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian or Swahili (please specify which language in your application). 
  • Experience working with elementary school aged children.
  • Background in teaching or language acquisition desirable.
  • Passionate about connecting language with culture. 
  • Must be flexible, engaging, open-minded and comfortable leading an active group of students in an inquiry-based environment. 
  • The school will provide curriculum guidelines with the expectation that tutors will contribute to the development of the curriculum specific to language components.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

  • 3-4 weekly afternoon hours from 3:00-4:45 PM.
  • Paid team meetings as needed.
  • $50 per hour.
  • Technologically savvy with Zoom.
  • Commitment signed each semester.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Atlanta International School is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The School’s current COVID-19 Immunization Proof and Testing policy states that all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 immunization or participate in regular COVID-19 testing. Regular testing opportunities are provided by the School on campus. 

EEO
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates. 

We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment.
 

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