Turkish Instructor
Turkish Instructor
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$ 89700 - 162150
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Job Description
Turkish Language Instructor
Leidos is seeking a skilled cleared Turkish Language Instructor with a TS/SCI and polygraph to support a high-priority customer mission. These are full-time in-person positions requiring both teaching and language assessment responsibilities. Ideal candidates will be passionate about language instruction experienced in adult education and capable of adapting materials to meet customized learning needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide 35 hours of Turkish language instruction per day across proficiency levels ILR 03.
Develop tailored instructional materials and training aids to meet student-specific learning objectives.
Undergo sponsor-provided training to become a certified language tester.
Conduct 34 language proficiency assessments per week following certification.
Teach language through cultural immersion leveraging a strong understanding of Turkish culture and current events.
Collaborate with senior instructors to maintain instructional standards and curriculum quality.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree (from a U.S. institution or from the country where the target language is spoken). Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
A minimum of:
3 years of direct adult teaching experience; or
812 years of relevant experience; or
A masters degree with 610 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency in developing instructional materials customized for adult learners.
Familiarity with ILR Scale and current events and cultural developments in Turkish.
Language Testing Requirements:
Must pass a Leidos-administered or approved commercial translation test (3 hours).
Minimum passing test scores:
Translation Test: 4 or higher.
Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI): 4/4/4 (Speaking/Listening/Reading).
Security Clearance:
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required.
Clearance must be fully adjudicated before starting. Linguists can only begin work on contract with a fully adjudicated security clearance.
Ready to Make an Impact
This is more than a jobits a mission. If youre driven qualified and passionate about language education and national service we want to hear from you. Submit your resume today and embark on a rewarding career that truly matters.
At Leidos the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that provide them with an opportunity to thrive professionally and personally. For us helping you grow your career is good business. Were excited to learn more about you apply today!
Original Posting:
June 25 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $89700.00 - $162150.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
