What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spanish Language Instructor - On site Saint Louis, MOI position at PGLS?
Language Instructors
PGLS is looking for a Spanish Language Instructor to teach an intensive, one-on-one course for an adult professional, onsite in Saint Louis, MO. This position is for a class starting April 7, 2025 for 6 months.
At Piedmont Global Language Solutions (PGLS), it is our mission to deliver comprehensive multilingual solutions to promote equity, commerce, and security by advancing the mission and interests of our partner businesses and institutions. PGLS specializes in interpretation, translation, language instruction, and bilingual staffing in over 200 languages and dialects. PGLS works with thousands of content experts to ensure that the message of its customers around the globe is communicated effectively.
PGLS is an equal opportunity employer. Our open approach to diversity maximizes the potential of our employees by harnessing their differences and talents and creating a productive environment in which and goals are achieved through outstanding teamwork.
Requirements
Contract Requirements
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Educated native or bilingual speaker.
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2 years of classroom experience teaching Spanish language to adult English-speaking students.
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1 year(s) of teaching experience in a small-group classroom setting.
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Must possess the cultural background of the country and geographical region (raised or educated in the country).
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Familiarity with the communicative approach to language learning, ILR proficiency scale levels and OPI assessments is highly desired.
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Familiarity with various computer platforms, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite, and virtual meeting software (Zoom, Skype, MS Teams).
Skills Required
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Teaching Spanish as a foreign language, preferably in one-on-one or small group settings.
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Familiar with teaching with the communicative approach to language teaching.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to assess the learning style of the student and adjust teaching accordingly.
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Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a distributed team.
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Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
- Knowledge of Adult Learning Theories and practice, preferred.
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Ability to work remotely and provide required services from alternate locations via MS Teams, ZOOM, etc., as needed.
- Instructors must be able to work in a harmonious and professional manner with cultures from around the world.
Benefits
PGLS is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
It is the policy of PGLS to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, nationality, or ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), religion, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
As part of the company’s equal employment opportunity policy, PGLS will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.
To request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach out to PGLS at hr@pgls.com
We are dedicated to hiring an inclusive workforce.
PGLS participates in the E-Verify system.
