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Position Title
Foreign Language Teacher - Chinese Mandarin (Senior Instructor)
Agency
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
Announcement Number
WTEY231039017970 Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, January 24, 2023 to Wednesday, April 26, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station.  I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location. 

NOTE 1:  Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location.  If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action. 

NOTE 2:  You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. 

Supporting Documentation:  You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist. .

Are you a Priority Placement Program DoD Military Spouse Preference Eligible?
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Preferences
1. Would you accept a temporary appointment? (limit characters)
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. This position is designated as moderate risk involving Public Trust. Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation including a credit check to determine suitability for Federal employment and/or the position. Are you willing to undergo the required pre-employment investigation? (limit characters)
2. I am able to speak, read and write in English fluently? (limit characters)
3. I am able to speak, read and write in Chinese Mandarin fluently? (limit characters)
4. This position requires current, valid U.S. work Authorization at time of application. Do you have a current, valid U.S. Work Authorization? One of the following documents are proof of valid U.S. Work Authorization: U.S. Passport, Permanent Resident Card, U.S. Naturalization Certificate, U.S. Birth Certificate, Employment Authorization Card, H1B, etc.). (limit characters)
5. The minimum English proficiency is a Level 2 in speaking. The minimum proficiency for the language to be taught is a Level 3 in speaking. If a dialect is required, the minimum proficiency is also Level 3. The proficiency levels are defined by the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR) level descriptions and can be viewed at http://www.govtilr.org. Failure of any portion of the language tests may disqualify applicants for a period of 6 months. Applicants may re-apply after 6 months. Upon subsequent selection, retesting is allowed only once.  Are you willing to participate in an Oral Proficiency Interview for both English and the language to be taught? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Foreign Language teacher position with the Department of Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Senior Instructor.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Use computer skills to organize data and teaching materials.
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3. Use appropriate resources such as SmartBoards, the Internet, iPads, etc.
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4. Integrate technology in a sound manner in the classroom and homework assignments.
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5. Apply current available software for the development of authentic learning materials to enhance foreign language teaching and learning.
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6. Use various teaching methods to increase student proficiency in written and oral foreign language proficiencies.
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7. Research and apply new developments and techniques used in foreign language instruction.
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8. Use performance and proficiency oriented activities to engage students in task based activities.
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9. Teach cultural subjects on traditions, family, values, beliefs, customs, and ethnic characteristics of a foreign region
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10. Provide instruction in English.
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11. Provide instruction in Chinese Mandarin. (limit characters)
12. Assess oral competencies of foreign language students.
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13. Provide oral feedback to students in regards to their performance.
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14. Identify student language deficiencies in order to develop a corrective course of action.
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15. Review, analyze, and revise curriculum to ensure that foreign language course material meets program objectives.
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16. Supplement course curriculum to incorporate new subject matter material.
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17. Adapt curriculum to meet student needs
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18. Develop instructional guides and course assessment materials.
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19. Review and evaluate completed student course work.
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20. Provide written feedback to students in regards to their performance.
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21. Develop lesson plans for foreign language courses.
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22. Your responses to the Announcement and Occupational Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
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