Pre-Service Training Language & Cultural Facilitator (LCF)- Peace Corps
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates
POSITION: Pre-Service Training Language & Cultural Facilitator (LCF)
OPENING DATE: December 07, 2015
CLOSING DATE: 5PM on December 21, 2015 or until suitable candidate is hired
WORK HOURS: Temporary Full-time 40-48 hrs per week; Monday – Saturday work week,
From on/about March 6 – June 7, 2016
LOCATION: Artashat, Armenia
Basic Function of Position
The LCF lives and works closely with a small group of newly arrived Peace Corps Volunteers throughout the duration of the 12-week pre-service training which will take place in/around Artashat. Housing with a host family or in a shared apartment will be provided. The LCF conducts language training classes following a prescribed curriculum, and effectively uses a variety of language training techniques, methodologies, and activities. LCFs work closely with the Language & Cross-Cultural Coordinator and Training Manager to design, plan, deliver, and evaluate cross-cultural training activities both at the main training venue and at individual training villages. LCFs participate in the evaluation of the language training program and the overall assessment of Trainees’ language performance. LCFs complete a final report on their work.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: University degree, equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Teaching or related field. Advanced degree desired.
Prior Work Experience: Two (2) years of language teaching experience. Experience working with Americans desired.
Language Proficiency: Level 4 language proficiency in both English and Armenian, according to the Interagency Language Roundtable http://www.govtilr.org/.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: Competence in using the Internet and basic word processing software; Ability to operate general office equipment such as copiers, printers, computers; Knowledge of local cultural practices; Knowledge of American cultural attributes; Attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure is essential; Ability to pass a background check conducted by the United States Embassy; Ability to travel within Armenia; Courteous, attentive, and able to give and receive both positive and constructive feedback; Collaborative and works well in teams.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Cover Letter in English that describes your qualifications
A current resume or curriculum vitae in English
The names and contact information in English (phone and email) of at least 3 references who are familiar with your work
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Irina Arzumanyan, by e-mail: [email protected]. Please, mention in the subject line: PST Language & Cultural Facilitator. Alternatively, you can drop off applications to Contracting officer at 33 Charents Street, Yerevan 0025, Armenia
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Peace Corps Armenia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.