Location: On-site at a partner school (varies by assignment)
Schedule: 1–4 hours per week, after school
Program Length: ~10 weeks
Start Date: Rolling openings based on school schedules
Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience, program, and commute)
About the Role
Concorde Education is seeking an Italian Instructor to lead engaging after-school programs for students. This role focuses on building foundational Italian language skills through interactive, communication-based instruction.
Instructors will guide students through speaking, listening, and vocabulary development while introducing cultural topics in an accessible, age-appropriate way. Programs are designed for beginner-level learners, with flexibility based on grade level and site needs.
What You’ll Teach
Students will learn introductory Italian through active participation and real-world communication. Topics may include:
- Greetings, introductions, and everyday phrases
- Numbers, dates, and basic conversational language
- High-frequency vocabulary (school, family, food, hobbies)
- Listening and speaking through games, role-play, and dialogue
- Basic sentence structure and simple grammar patterns
- Cultural topics from Italian-speaking regions (traditions, food, music, geography)
Responsibilities - Lead structured, engaging Italian language sessions aligned to program goals
- Create a positive, inclusive environment that encourages participation
- Adapt instruction for different skill levels and confidence levels
- Emphasize speaking and listening through interactive activities
- Communicate with program staff regarding attendance and session updates
- Support a culminating activity or demonstration of student learning (if applicable)
Qualifications - Minimum of 60 college credits (completed or in progress)
- Proficiency in Italian (ability to model pronunciation and basic instruction)
- Experience working with students (schools, camps, tutoring, or youth programs)
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
Who This Role Is Great For - Italian teachers and education majors
- College students studying Italian or related fields
- Bilingual professionals and native speakers
- Tutors and instructors who enjoy working with youth