POSITION SUMMARY:

Our vision is to create a dynamic, multi-cultural development team guided by the Communicative Approach to learning second languages, whose objective is to create an effective teaching curriculum. We value team members who are open to feedback and continuous learning throughout the whole process. While we realize the importance of education and experience, we equally value dependability, the ability to work well with others, the capacity to work independently, and the willingness to follow instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED:

• Possess previous language curriculum development experience (Function Based Language Curriculum or Military Language Curriculum Preferred)
• Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in linguistics, language teaching, education, curriculum development or related fields
• Have a reliable computer and internet, MS Office, camera and headset.
• Native-like proficiency required in one of the following languages: Portuguese

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be required to use computer screen for extensive periods of time.
• Occasional lifting of 15 to 20 lbs.
• Extended working hours and travel may be necessary.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

• Participate actively in team meetings and individual interactions, to report progress and effectively collaborate with other team members
• Edit and revise lesson materials
• Provide valuable input to the curriculum development process
• Use scaffolding techniques to develop lesson activities
• Follow the lesson development guidelines
• Be creative and adaptable to improve the quality of the lesson materials
• Actively participate in intensive training on project-specific curriculum development
• Meet with leads and managers to discuss problems and advances in the project