Online Spanish Tutor
Lead and conduct beginner-level Spanish course for international UNDP staff members.
This opening expired 2 months ago.
Do not try to apply for this job.
Overview
Lead and conduct beginner-level Spanish course for international UNDP staff members.
You have:
- Candidates should be native speakers of Spanish and fluent in English.
- Previous experience in language teaching or facilitating speaking clubs will be considered an asset.
- Experience with online teaching or virtual facilitation is highly desirable.
Contract
This is a UNV contract. More about UNV contracts.
This document outlines the criteria and process for selecting qualified online volunteer to lead Spanish-language course designed for beginner-level learners. The focus will be on facilitating engaging, practical, and interactive sessions that support language acquisition through real-life conversations.
The objectives of the speaking club are:
To help UNDP staff members develop basic conversational skills in Spanish;
To promote interaction and active practice through engaging activities;
To create a supportive and inclusive environment where learners feel comfortable using Spanish in everyday situations.
Selected online volunteer will have the opportunity to connect with international staff serving in Türkiye while contributing to their Spanish language development. The Online Volunteer who successfully completes the assignment will receive a digital certificate of appreciation.
We are seeking an Online Volunteer to lead and conduct beginner-level Spanish course for UNDP BIOFIN staff members. The target group consists of international UNDP personnel who are fluent in English and have little to no prior knowledge of Spanish.
The Online Volunteer is expected to design highly interactive sessions tailored to beginners. Rather than following a traditional classroom-based approach, the sessions should incorporate role plays, games, and engaging activities that encourage active participation and practical use of the language.
The sessions will take place once a week over a four-week period, starting on 16 March. A kick-off meeting with the Project Analyst, BIOFIN will be held on 13 March.
The Online Volunteer will be responsible for:
Planning and conducting 45-minute speaking sessions and grammar course once a week for four weeks;
Facilitating short conversations on topics such as greetings, self-introductions, shopping, and other relevant everyday themes;
Using role plays, games, and visual materials to enhance engagement and learning;
Monitoring learners’ progress and adapting sessions to address their needs.
Candidates should be native speakers of Spanish and fluent in English. Previous experience in language teaching or facilitating speaking clubs will be considered an asset. Experience with online teaching or virtual facilitation is highly desirable.
Potential interview questions
| How would you engage a beginner-level Spanish learner during lessons? | This question evaluates your teaching strategies and ability to engage learners. | Discuss methods like interactive activities and real-life conversations. |
| Can you give an example of a lesson plan you would use for a speaking session? | The interviewer seeks insight into your planning and structuring skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What techniques would you use to assess learners' progress in Spanish? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How will you adapt your teaching methods for a diverse group of learners? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging teaching experience and how you overcame it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What role do games and activities play in your teaching? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you create an inclusive environment in your lessons? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivates you to volunteer for this role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Added 2 months ago
-
Updated 2 months ago
-
Source:
unv.org
Recent jobs at UNDP
11 days left
11 days left
11 days left
