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A Russian Instructor teaches the Russian language to students of various skill levels, focusing on speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension. They may work in schools, universities, language institutes, or offer private lessons. Instructors develop lesson plans, assess student progress, and incorporate cultural aspects to enhance language learning. Some positions may require fluency in both Russian and English, along with formal teaching credentials or experience.

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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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Russian Instructors typically prepare lesson plans, deliver classroom or online instruction, and assess student progress through assignments and exams. They may also provide personalized feedback, tutor students one-on-one, and adapt materials to various learning levels and goals. Collaboration with colleagues to develop curriculum, participate in department meetings, and integrate cultural topics into lessons is common. These responsibilities ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience for students at different proficiency levels.

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Infographic showing various Russian Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,453 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Russian) (Multiple Positions)

University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ • On-site

$3.0K - $13K/mo

Part-time

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Job description

Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (Russian) (Multiple Positions)
Posting Number
req26545
Department
Humanities Administration
Department Website Link
https://ltc.arizona.edu/
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona Language Training Center (LTC) is currently hiring Instructors for short-term intensive Russian language courses. This position is funded by the Defense Language and National Security Education Office, the LTC offers language instruction certification and advanced training in multiple strategic languages.
Alumni Jacquelynn and Bennett Dorrance have made a gift commitment of $5.4 million to endow the deanship of the University of Arizona College of Humanities and inspire on campus and throughout the world a continuous and fearless spirit of open inquiry: Jacquelynn and Bennett Dorrance
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Prepare lesson plans and instruct sessions according to approved curriculum.
  • Attend pre-course meetings with Program Manager/Executive Director.
  • Understand Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) and Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) score levels.
  • Develop the course(s) curriculum and lesson plans with authentic reading and listening materials.
  • Build, update curriculum and course materials.
  • Answer student emails and communicate regularly with students.
  • Provide communication and feedback to students throughout the course.
  • Submit lesson plans and course/teaching materials to LTC Program Manager for teaching material archive.
  • Communicate and/or meet with center directors, other instructors in the same teaching team, and LTC staff as needed.
  • Provide feedback to Program Manager/Executive Director on course(s) as needed.
  • Additional duties as required by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's degree in related field.
  • Native or near-native fluency in the Russian language.
  • Prior experience in teaching language courses.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Terminal degree in Russian language pedagogy, second/foreign language education, applied linguistics, or other relevant field.
  • Prior experience in curriculum development.
  • Prior experience in teaching beginner through advanced intensive language courses and demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Rank
Instructor
Tenure Information
Adjunct (NTE)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
9.6 -19.6 hours/wk
Job FTE
.24 - .49
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
No Benefits
Rate of Pay
$3,000 - $13,500
Compensation Type
Per Course
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
3
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Lauren Lazazzera
lnlazazz@arizona.edu
Open Date
7/23/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Special Instructions to Applicant
Notice of Availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.

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