Educational Consultant for Foreign Language Exploratory Program

Educational Consultant for Foreign Language Exploratory Program | Anywhere | Linguists / Contractors | Contract (Part-time, Hourly)

Mango Languages is looking for an experienced educational consultant and subject matter expert to assist with the development of a Foreign Language Exploratory Program (“FLEX”), also called a World Language Discovery Program. This is a part-time, short-term, remote, hourly contract position.

As the subject matter expert for the FLEX program development project, you will leverage your experience teaching world languages to younger learners (upper elementary through middle school) to guide the development of high-quality language learning content and curriculum features. You will meet regularly with the content development team during the product development phase to provide general guidance, as well as review drafted lesson plans and classroom materials and provide detailed, asynchronous feedback.

The ideal candidate is an expert in making engaging world language instructional materials for 5th-8th grade learners, can speak on the current product landscape of FLEX/language discovery programs, and can convey that knowledge into actionable guidance for product development. Clear communication and time management are essential skills.

• Master’s Degree in World Language Education or a related field.

• Substantial, demonstrable experience teaching or administering a FLEX/World Language Discovery Program strongly preferred. Those experienced in teaching a world language to upper elementary or middle school students will also be considered.

• Native or near-native proficiency in English and advanced proficiency in one or more world languages

• Passion for teaching languages and culture.

• Enthusiasm for learning new technologies and applying expertise in a digital context.

• Reliable internet connection and access to necessary remote working tools.

• Experience with Google Suite (Sheets and Docs) preferred.

Mango was founded to empower deeper human connections through language. We believe that language is an adventure; a journey to be embarked on by those of a bold and curious spirit, and a passion to connect more deeply with their global friends. Our award-winning language-learning system is powered by proven methodologies and world-class learning content. Available on mobile, tablet, and web-based platforms, our software is designed to establish retention and rapidly build conversation skills through smart, adaptive technology.