Spanish/English Instructor (Remote)

Department: EducationReports To: Executive Director / Director of EDUFLSA Status: Non-ExemptEmployment Type: Part-TimePosition Duration: Expected to ContinueLocation: Remote About Freestyle LanguagesWe aspire to build a sense of community and connection through a larger vision tied to cultural awareness and language learning. We use and practice language in a relevant social context based on a learning science-backed approach and our innovative proprietary curriculum. Job DescriptionFreestyle Languages seeks language instructors who are enthusiastic about our communicative approach and flipped classroom model and who desire ongoing professional development. Instructors will work closely with our team and Founder/Executive Director to continually build teaching skills which support our model, bridge the language gap and foster equity and inclusivity in the classroom and in the world! ResponsibilitiesInstructional: Prepare thoroughly for each class, including reviewing each day’s course materials on the online platform: prep videos, exercises, etc. to be fully up to date on all Freestyle content Provide instruction for such assigned class or classes following the Freestyle methodologiesCommunicate promptly, closely with the Course Coordinator regarding weekly lesson plans, session starts, end of session options / next courses, etc.Communicate promptly, closely with all learners regarding attendance;Engage with learners on all asynchronous activities: prompt responses to all e-platform posts / activitiesResponsible for and takes action to assess learners’ levels (during adds / drops and end of session, etc.) and follows up with Ops teamMay lead Conversation Coaching: 1 hour per week (akin to ‘office hours’) Attend team training event on a quarterly basis (1 hr. four times per year) to stay up to date on the flipped classroom components and adult language learning science. Other: Communicate and collaborate with the team in a timely manner (24 hr. turnaround) via email, Zoom chat, and AsanaProvide all computer equipment and connectivity required for instruction online*The company reserves the right to add or change duties at any time. Minimum QualificationsMust be authorized to work in the U.S.Must be able to instruct both Spanish & English classesMust have advanced level in Spanish & English Holds at least a Bachelor’s Degree in the target language or Education with at least 2 years of formal teaching experience, or native speaker with teaching certificate and/or with at least 2+ years of formal teaching experience, including online teachingIs familiar with the Flipped Classroom ModelUnderstands L2 pedagogy, including adult learning challenges such as the affective filterPossesses a dynamic personality with positive energy, able to represent a brandDesires continual professional growth and open to pedagogy coaching and improvementCan commit to at least 1 yearFlexible availability required to accommodate part-time course hours within the following time frame:Spanish instructors needed for afternoons and evenings (central time)English Instructors needed for evenings (central time)Monday through Friday and some Saturday morningsWhen fully onboarded/trained, courses generally last 3 months, 2 days per week, and 75 minutes per classClasses are normally: Monday to Friday between 11:00 am and 8:15 pm for Spanish, and 5:30 pm to 8:45 pm for English. All times in Central.Those with less flexible schedules can teach 1-2 classes; those with more flexible schedules may be staffed on up to 4-5 classes per week Pay Onboarding/Training Rate: $16/hr Teaching Rate: range $22 - 26/hr Instructor Tiers: New / Senior / Lead Non-Instructional/Admin. Rate: $18/hr (e.g. preparing for class, meetings, emails, etc.) Benefits & Perks Several Bonus OpportunitiesRetirement Savings Plan OptionsAnnual Retention BonusEmployee Referral BonusLearner Referral BonusClient Referral BonusInternet upgrade fee reimbursement as needed Equal Opportunity Employer Freestyle Languages is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Freestyle Languages makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. You may view our Manifesto here to learn more about our equal opportunity. Employment Eligibility Verification If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at Freestyle Languages.