Mango Live Russian Language Coach - Contract (Part-time)

To become a Mango Live Russian Language Coach, you'll need to be a native Russian speaker with advanced proficiency in English (C1 and above). A demonstrated experience teaching Russian to English speakers is crucial, along with a degree in language teaching, applied linguistics, or a relevant teaching certification. Passion for language and culture education, combined with a knack for using technology in online instruction, will help you succeed in this role.

As a Mango Live Russian Language Coach, your job involves preparing personalized learning assignments and conducting live online sessions with professional clients and their families. You'll use the communicative approach and Mango’s proprietary methodologies to teach, assess student progress, and provide regular updates on language proficiency. This role requires managing various schedules and adapting instructional materials to fit different learning levels.

Mango Live Russian Language Coaches apply the communicative approach and Mango methodology in their teaching. This means the focus is on practical communication skills, encouraging students to speak and interact in real-life contexts using the language. The use of proprietary learning tools enhances the experience, making learning engaging and effective.

As a Mango Live Russian Language Coach, you’ll typically commit to teaching between 10 to 30 hours each week. The classes will generally be scheduled during US working hours, allowing for some flexibility to fit your lifestyle and other commitments.

Yes, experience using technology in live online language instruction is preferred for the Mango Live Russian Language Coach position. Familiarity with tools like Zoom and Google Suite (Sheets and Docs) will enhance your teaching effectiveness, helping you create interactive and engaging lessons for your students.

In answering this question, focus on your belief in the communicative approach as it aligns with Mango's methodology. Emphasize your commitment to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, where students are encouraged to practice real-life communication skills. Share examples of how you have adapted your teaching to meet diverse learner needs, fostering a sense of belonging and connection.

Highlight strategies you use to support struggling students, such as providing personalized feedback, additional resources, and varied instructional practices to cater to different learning styles. Discuss how you assess language proficiency and adjust your teaching approach to keep students motivated and on track.

Be prepared to mention specific tools you've utilized, such as online platforms for live sessions, digital assignments, and assessment tools. Discuss how these technologies enhance interactions, facilitate learning, and improve student outcomes. Relate it back to the tools you will be using at Mango Languages.

Talk about your organizational skills and the importance of time management. Detail how you use scheduling tools to keep track of sessions, prepare materials in advance, and adhere to a structured plan while remaining adaptable to students' needs.

Discuss aspects like clear communication, interactive engagement, real-world context, and timely feedback. Mention the importance of building relationships with students in a virtual setting, making learning a shared journey that enhances their language acquisition.

Provide a brief narrative of a specific lesson that highlights your instructional design, the materials you used, and how students responded. Discuss outcomes such as improved proficiency, student engagement, and the techniques that contributed to this success.

Explain your methods for assessing language proficiency, such as formative assessments, quizzes, interactive activities, or ongoing observation. Share how you use these evaluations to inform your teaching and provide feedback to students and supporters.

Identify key strengths such as adaptability, communication, cultural knowledge, or your passion for teaching. Illustrate these strengths with examples of how they have positively impacted your students' learning experiences.

Talk about your commitment to professional development, including attending workshops, engaging with online teaching communities, reading relevant literature, and experimenting with new instructional strategies. Encourage a growth mindset towards continual learning in your practice.

Discuss your alignment with Mango's mission to foster deeper human connections through language. Share your enthusiasm for teaching language and culture and how this aligns with the dynamic, supportive environment that Mango offers. Illustrate your eagerness to contribute to a global community passionate about learning.