About Department of Operational Support

Department of Operational Supportis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to language teacher, spanish, lt within Department of Operational Support’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in United States, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Language Teacher, Spanish, Lt
• Grade:N/A
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Department of Operational Support
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Estimated Salary Range:$84,000 – $144,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or 5-year equivalent degree) in language area studies, language teaching, applied linguistics, communication or education/pedagogy or related area is required. Degrees with special emp has is on the theory and practice of teaching Spanish as a second or foreign language to adult learners are desirable. A minimum of 500 training contract hours (specific training courses, postgraduate courses, etc.), in addition to the hours accumulated to obtain the university degree, in the areas of teaching Spanish as a second or foreign language, technology language area studies, curriculum development for adults, language examination design, communication or education/pedagogy is desirable.
• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For th is job opening, English and Spanish are required. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Spanish UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV UN Level IV
• A minimum of five years of experience, either full-time or part-time, teaching Spanish as a foreign or second language to adults in a multi-cultural setting (corporate, academic or other professional setting), is required. At least three years of recent experience in curriculum development, language examination design, and/or teacher training for adults learning Spanish, is required. Experience developing and teaching Spanish online courses including experience with a variety of web 2.0 tools, such as learning management systems and MOOCs (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Schoology); online collaboration tools (e.g., Google Drive and Hangouts, Web Ex, One Drive) and social media platforms to teach Spanish as a foreign language is desirable. Experience in teaching Spanish as a foreign language to learners with different levels of language competence, from beginners to advanced students (equivalent to levels A1, A2, B1 and B2 in Common European Framework (CEFR) of Reference, or UN Levels UN I, UN II and UN III in the United Nations Language Framework (UNLF)) is desirable. Experience teaching to learners at higher levels (equivalent to C1 or C2 in CEFR, or UN Level IV) is desirable. Experience teaching preparation courses for Spanish proficiency examinations is desirable. Experience in grading Spanish language proficiency examinations is desirable. A minimum of 6 months of experience in delivering virtual, online courses is desirable.

Skills

• PROFESSIONALISM: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team Shortcomings. CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply