Swahili Instructor

**Job Description: Swahili Teacher (Contract Position)**

**Organization**:
Beat the Streets-Baltimore Summer Camp

**Title**:
Swahili Teacher

**Dates of Employment**:
July 1 - August 1, 2024

**Location**:
In-person at Beat the Streets-Baltimore Summer Camp

**Type**:
Part-time, Contract

**About Beat the Streets-Baltimore Summer Camp**:
Beat the Streets-Baltimore Summer Camp empowers youth through a unique blend of academics, athletics, and AI technology. Our summer program includes an enriching cultural exploration component that immerses students in the vibrant cultures of East Africa, focusing on the Swahili language and traditions. This initiative aims to broaden students' global perspectives and deepen their appreciation for cultural diversity.

**Role Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Teach two classes of Swahili language instruction: one class for grades 3-8 and another for grades 9-12.
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to the needs of different age groups and learning abilities.
- Provide a comprehensive introduction to the Swahili language, including its cultural and historical context.
- Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages cultural appreciation and linguistic development.
- Assess student progress and provide feedback to help students improve their language skills.
- Coordinate with other camp staff to integrate language lessons with cultural activities and camp events.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Linguistics, African Studies, or a related field preferred.
- Proficiency in Swahili; native speaker.
- Proven experience in teaching languages, particularly to younger audiences; previous experience with Swahili instruction is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to design and implement effective curriculum and educational materials.
- Passionate about cultural education and adept at creating interactive, student-centered learning experiences.

**Application Process**:
**Beat the Streets-Baltimore is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.**

**Job Types**: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $20.31 - $24.46 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Grade school specialties:

- Elementary school
- Foreign Language
- High school
- Middle school

Schedule:

- Day shift
- No weekends

Work setting:

- In-person
- Public school

**Experience**:

- Swahili/Kiswahili: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person