Mandarin Language Specialist - Language and Cultural Education

Job Description

ProSidian Seeks a Mandarin Language Specialist | Language and Cultural Education [ARMY026031] - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Contract Contingent Basis Engagement Team | Sr Technical Writer Labor Category - Mid Level Exempt Professional aligned under services related to NAICS: 611630 - DPLH Est.: 2080 Hrs. ST | 0 Hrs. OT on a Exempt Contract Contingent Basis located Fort Liberty - North Carolina 28307 Across The Mid Atlantic Region supporting a key U.S. Army installation that supports the Army’s mission of global readiness and operational excellence. As one of the largest and most dynamic military bases, Fort Liberty serves as a home to the XVIII Airborne Corps, the 82nd Airborne Division, and several other vital military units. The base plays a critical role in preparing soldiers for rapid deployment and combat operations, ensuring that U.S. Army personnel are equipped, trained, and ready to support national defense objectives and global security commitments.

Seeking Mandarin Language Specialist candidates with relevant Education, And Academia Sector Experience (functional and technical area expertise also ideal) to support professional services engagement for Education, And Academia Sector Clients such as ARMY.  This as a Contract Contingent or Contract W-2 (IRS-1099) Position and ProSidian reserves the right to convert to a Full-Time ProSidian employed W-2 Position.

JOB OVERVIEW

Provide services and support as a Language and Culture Services Support  (Mandarin Language Specialist) in the Education, And Academia Industry Sector focusing on Human Capital Solutions for clients such as Department of Army (Army) | Mission & Installation Contacting Command -Fort Liberty Generally Located In Fort Liberty - North Carolina 28307 and across the Mid Atlantic Region.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Mandarin Language Specialist | Language and Cultural Education [ARMY026031]

• Provide foreign language instruction in Mandarin, ensuring proficiency improvements.
•  Design and develop lesson plans and Programs of Instruction (POIs) in Mandarin.
•  Conduct immersive language learning sessions using relevant military and cultural materials.
•  Monitor and assess language proficiency using the Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT).

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications For Mandarin Language Specialist | Language and Cultural Education [ARMY026031] (ARMY026031) Candidates:

• Native or near native fluency in Mandarin.
•  Proficiency in Second Language Acquisition (SLA) and Adult Education principles.
•  Experience in military language programs preferred

Education / Experience Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Linguistics, Education, or related field.
•  Minimum 2 years of language instruction experience.
•  Military language instruction experience is a plus

Skills Required

• Fluency in Mandarin with strong verbal and written communication skills.
•  Knowledge of military terminology and applications in Mandarin.
•  Ability to integrate technology into language instruction.

Competencies Required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
•  Problem-solving and critical thinking in an educational setting.
•  Strong interpersonal skills to engage learners.
•  Leadership and adaptability in a diverse classroom environment

Ancillary Details Of The Roles

• Must be comfortable teaching in an immersive and technologically supported environment.
• Travel may be required for onsite instruction at military bases
• In compliance with national standards, the role requires constant professional development to stay up-to-date with the latest methodologies and best practices in language instruction.
• The ability to work within a variety of teaching environments, including in-person, online, and hybrid settings.

Other Details

Work in a military training environment with a focus on immersion. Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct.  The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

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Additional Information

As a condition of employment, all employees are required to fulfill all requirements of the roles for which they are employed: establish, manage, pursue, and achieve annual goals and objectives with Documented Goals for each of the firm's Eight ProSidian Global Competencies [1 - Personal Effectiveness | 2 - Continuous Learning | 3 - Leadership | 4 - Client Service | 5 - Business Management | 6 - Business Development | 7 - Technical Expertise | 8 - Innovation & Knowledge Sharing (Thought Leadership)]; and to support all business development and other efforts on behalf of ProSidian Consulting.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Teamwork – the ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership – the ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen – understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication – ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation – persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility – ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or workstreams
• Judgment – exercises prudence and insight in the decision-making process while being mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization – the ability to manage projects and actions and prioritize tasks

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio, and the ability to quickly learn other tools, as necessary.
• Business Tools – understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office.  The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio, and the ability to quickly learn other tools, as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with intelligent, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the most significant challenges across private, public, and social sectors
• Curiosity – the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together
• Humility – exhibits grace in success and failure while doing meaningful work where skills have an impact and make a difference
• Willingness - to constantly learn, share, and grow and to view the world as their classroom

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BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

ProSidian Employee Benefits and Highlights: Your good health and well-being are essential to ProSidian Consulting.  At ProSidian, we invest in our employees to help them stay healthy and achieve work-life balance.  We are also pleased to offer the Employee Benefits Program, designed to promote your health and personal welfare.  Our growing list of benefits currently includes the following for Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Compensation: The pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.  The Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the Plan you elect for medical and dental benefits.  Contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
• Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs. ||| Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees.  A range of investment options is available with a personal financial planner to assist you.  The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in their life.  These benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs are premium-only plans (POPs) that offer eligible employees a complete Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to succeed financially.  Therefore, we offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program.  This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy daily.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, Security Clearance is required for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace. A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to $5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, performance incentives are associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent daycare expenses on a pre-tax basis.  You determine your projected costs for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you can elect supplemental life insurance.  D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - See Below Instructions On The Best Way To Apply

ProSidian Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants foremployment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, Vietnam era, or another eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ProSidian Consulting has pledged to the Hiring Our Heroes Program of the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the "I Hire Military" Initiative of The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) for the State of North Carolina.  All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of Veteran Status.

Furthermore, we believe in "HONOR ABOVE ALL"—success while doing things the right way. Pride comes from the challenge; the reward is excellence in the work.

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