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Middlebury College

Instructor of Russian

Middlebury, VT · On-site

Description The Kathryn Wasserman Davis School of Russian announces openings for temporary Instructor of Russian. The position is available during the summer 2022 session (June 21-August 19) on the ...

Middlebury College

Instructor of Russian

Middlebury, VT · On-site

Description The Kathryn Wasserman Davis School of Russian announces an opening for a temporary Instructor of Russian. The position is available during the summer 2021 session, which will be located ...

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To thrive as a Russian Instructor, you need advanced proficiency in Russian language, relevant teaching experience, and often a degree in Russian, linguistics, or education. Familiarity with language instruction platforms, digital classrooms, and certifications like ACTFL or state teaching credentials are frequently required. Exceptional communication, patience, and cultural sensitivity help instructors engage and motivate diverse learners. These skills ensure effective language acquisition, positive student outcomes, and a dynamic, supportive learning environment.

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Online Russian Instructor (Remote)

Online Russian Instructor (Remote)

LanguageBird

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

Contractor

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Salary:

This is a remote online position. RussianInstructorsresidingin any country are invited to apply.

Who are we?

We are a premier,accreditedOnline Language School seekingto expand our team of Russian language instructors for the upcoming school year (2026-2027) to teach high school and middle school Russian courses online. Our students are typically between the ages of 12 and 18 years old and are mostly taking Russian to fulfill their high school World Language requirement. We offer Middle School and High School Levels 1-6+ of Russian, and conversational and test/prep courses.

Our curriculum is ACTFL-aligned,and we donotuse a textbook to teach the language. Instead, we rely on ACTFL Can-Do Statements and real-world communication contexts to guide the lessons. Our syllabi are designed to accommodate atextbook-freecontext.We offer a Resource Library to guide instructors, but they areexpected to create/usetheir ownteachingmaterials. We follow Project-Based Learning anddontassess using quizzes, tests, or exams.

If you are creative, familiar with online teaching, student-centered, and enjoy teaching Russian as a World Language, you will fit right in!

Responsibilities:

  • Teach one-on-one online lessons using Microsoft Teams.
  • Assign and correct homework assignments and projects.
  • Track grades and students progress.
  • Focus on student engagement and student success.
  • Demonstrategenuinerespect for all students.

Requirements:

  • 1-2+ years of experience teaching Russian(online and/or in a school setting).
  • Native-like languageproficiency.
  • ABachelorsDegree.
  • Familiarity with technology and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong work ethicandinterpersonalskills.
  • US time zone (PST) with evening availability preferred.

*Be sure your submitted resume is in English. Applications without the required video will not be considered.

*Instructors onboarded for the upcoming school year (2026-2027) may start teaching earlier.

Job Type:Contract

LanguageBirdis an equal-opportunity employer.LanguageBirddoes not sponsor US work visas. Teachers are either given an international contract whileresidingoutside of the US or a US-based contract for those with permission to legally work in the US.Hourly rates aredeterminedby teaching experience, education, and other experience applicable to the role.

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