World Language Instructors, Washington Academy of Languages (Russian)

City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of National University. We serve students regionally nationally and globally reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students we provide flexible accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs we are committed to expanding our students knowledge skills and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community promoting diversity and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.

Who We Are:

Join Washington Academy of Languages (WAL) a division of City University of Seattle and help students gain the confidence and language skills to connect with the world. We are seeking experienced part-time Russian instructors to teach and mentor adult learners in our World Languages Program.

As one of the Seattle areas longest-standing nonprofit language education organizations WAL has been helping students achieve their personal academic and professional language goals for decades. Our instructors play a vital role in creating supportive interactive learning environments that build language proficiency and cultural understanding.

Why Teach with Us:

• Teach motivated career-driven adult learners
• Share your passion for language and culture in an engaging classroom environment
• Flexible teaching opportunities based on program needs
• Collaborative inclusive academic community
• Help students achieve personal academic and professional goals

What Youll Do:

• Teach assigned courses using established WAL curriculum and course outlines
• Develop syllabi lesson plans assessments and instructional materials aligned with program guidelines
• Create engaging communicative learning experiences that support student success
• Evaluate student work provide constructive feedback and return assignments in a timely manner
• Incorporate current language teaching methodologies and instructional technologies
• Collaborate with fellow instructors and program staff
• Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and professional activities

What You Bring:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university (masters degree preferred)
• Degree or certificate in language teaching linguistics education or a related field preferred
• Native-level proficiency or equivalent fluency in the language you will teach
• Three to five years of language teaching experience preferably with adult learners
• Strong interpersonal communication and classroom management skills
• Flexibility to teach evenings and adapt to varying schedules based on program needs

Position Details:

• Part-time session-contracted position
• Teaching assignments are contingent upon enrollment student placement and program needs
• Typical teaching load ranges from 2-8 hours per week
• Compensation: $825 for teaching a course via Zoom ($41.25 per instructional hour) or $1000 for teaching a course in person ($50 per instructional hour)
• Classes are offered between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. with most World Language courses meeting 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand sit talk hear and perform repetitive motions of the hands or wrists.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand walk grasp or handle stoop or bend and reach.

Working Conditions:

The working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is generally performed indoors in a typical office and classroom setting.
• Weekend hours may be required depending on class availability

Location:

On-site hybrid and online; based in Seattle.

Join Our Team

If youre passionate about language education and enjoy helping adult learners build practical communication skills and cultural understanding wed love to hear from you.

Application Instructions:

City University of Seattle accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration please submit a complete application packet. A complete application is one that includes:

• Completed Electronic Application Form
• Resume
• Cover Letter

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City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team including women Aboriginal peoples persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.