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Tagalog Language Instructor Jobs in Washington, DC

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How much do tagalog language instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for tagalog language instructor in Washington, DC is $28.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.87 and $33.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Tagalog language instructor?

A Tagalog Language Instructor teaches students how to read, write, speak, and understand Tagalog. They may work in schools, language institutes, or as private tutors, using various teaching methods to enhance learning. Responsibilities include lesson planning, assessing student progress, and creating engaging activities to improve fluency. Some instructors also teach about Filipino culture and history to provide a deeper understanding of the language.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Tagalog language instructor?

A Tagalog Language Instructor typically designs lesson plans, delivers instruction to individuals or groups, and assesses student progress through quizzes, assignments, and oral evaluations. In addition to teaching, instructors often create interactive activities, provide personalized feedback, and adapt materials to suit different learning styles. Collaboration with other language instructors or staff to develop curriculum and participate in training sessions is also common. This dynamic routine helps ensure lessons are engaging, effective, and tailored to each student's needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tagalog language instructor?

To thrive as a Tagalog Language Instructor, you should possess fluency in Tagalog and English, a background in education or linguistics, and often a teaching certification. Familiarity with online learning platforms, language assessment tools, and digital classroom technologies is commonly required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, patience, and cultural awareness greatly enhance effectiveness in engaging diverse learners. These competencies are vital to foster student success, create dynamic lessons, and ensure clear communication in a variety of instructional settings.

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Infographic showing various Tagalog Language Instructor job openings in Washington, DC as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 78% In-person, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,099 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Foreign Language Instructors & Language Training Professionals - Arlington, VA

Arlington, VA

ICA Language Services
Education Programs Administration • 51 - 200 employees

$46 - $51/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

ICA Language Services is seeking experienced foreign language instructors and language training professionals to support various training programs at the National Foreign Affairs Training Center (NFATC), formerly the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), in Arlington, Virginia.

We are building a ready pool of qualified local candidates for current and anticipated language training requirements. Opportunities include:

  • Foreign Language Instructors
  • Distance Learning Mentors
  • Curriculum Specialists
  • Digital Materials Editors
  • Temporary Testers

These positions support the training of U.S. Government professionals preparing to work and communicate effectively in international environments.

LANGUAGES WE ARE RECRUITING FOR

Albanian, Amharic, Arabic (all dialects), Azerbaijani, Bengali, Bosnian, Bulgarian, Burmese, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Estonian, Farsi, Finnish, Georgian, German, Greek, Gujarati, Haitian Creole, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Japanese, Kazakh, Khmer (Cambodian), Korean, Kurdish (Kurmanji and Sorani), Kyrgyz, Lao, Latvian, Lithuanian, Macedonian, Malay, Mongolian, Montenegrin, Nepali, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese (Brazilian and European), Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Serbian, Sinhala, Slovak, Slovenian, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog (Filipino), Tajiki, Tamil, Telugu, Thai, Tibetan, Turkish, Turkmen, Ukrainian, Urdu, Uzbek, and Vietnamese.

Don’t see your language listed? We still encourage you to apply. Language requirements change throughout the year, and we regularly review our candidate pool when new opportunities become available.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should meet the following requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in any field
  • ILR Level 4 or higher proficiency in the target language
  • At least three (3) years of experience teaching the target language to adult learners in a classroom setting with two or more students
  • At least one (1) year of experience administering proficiency-based language assessments, such as NFATC assessments, ACTFL OPI assessments, or comparable proficiency-based testing
  • Strong first-hand cultural knowledge of the country or geographic region associated with the target language
  • English language proficiency of at least ILR Level 2/2
  • Proficiency with commonly used computer applications and online learning platforms, including Microsoft Office, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and similar tools.

WORK LOCATION

These opportunities are in person at NFATC in Arlington, Virginia. Candidates should currently reside in, or be able to reliably commute to, the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or foreign nationals legally authorized to work in the United States.

ABOUT THIS POSTING

This posting maintains a ready pool of qualified language professionals for current and anticipated NFATC requirements. Submission of an application does not necessarily indicate that an immediate opening is available for your language.

We will review applications and resumes as requirements arise for specific languages, roles, and qualifications. We may contact qualified candidates when an opportunity matching their language/background becomes available.

WHY ICA?

Since 1987, ICA Language Services has provided foreign language training and training support services directly to the U.S. Government. As a woman-owned language services company, ICA brings four decades of experience supporting government professionals who need advanced language and cultural skills for their work.

If you are an experienced language professional interested in supporting America’s foreign affairs community, we invite you to submit your resume and join our pool of qualified candidates.

ICA Language Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.