Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in applying for a position at Milestone Language Solutions, please submit a resume with a cover letter outlining your salary expectations to: jobs@milestonelgsolutions.com. In addition to the current openings listed below, we are interested in learning about your background and experience, if you are looking for an administrative, sales, marketing or technical job. Thank you for your interest!
Open positions
English>Spanish or Spanish>English professional translator
Reads through or listens to material in English or Spanish, ascertains understanding of the meaning and context of that material, and converts it into a second language (English or Spanish) effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Reads through or listens to material in English or Spanish, ascertains understanding of the meaning and context of that material, and converts it into a second language (English or Spanish) effectively
- Translates a variety of documents including literary, legal, research, technical, scientific, educational, and commercial materials
- May specialize in a particular industry in which he or she has relevant experience or knowledge
- Consults with subject matter experts and other colleagues in order to understand specialized concepts and translate them appropriately
- Uses online translation tools effectively for additional assistance
- Uses highly specialized translation software and translation memory tools to encourage consistency
- Adheres to industry quality standards to ensure that all completed work follows legal and ethical obligations
- Works on a freelance basis
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in relevant field from an accredited university
- Fluency in English and Spanish
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
- Deep understanding of grammar, vocabulary and culture
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Experience living and/or working abroad in English or Spanish-speaking countries
- Accuracy, attention to detail, software proficiency, motivation, ability to meet deadlines, ability to work under pressure, flexible and creative.
EFL or Spanish Instructor
Milestone Language Solutions is looking for freelance language instructors (English or Spanish) to join our team. The ideal candidate is an experienced educator with an ability to connect with and inspire students.
As a Senior English or Spanish Language Instructor, you will provide instruction to highly-motivated students in small corporate settings either online or onsite. You will monitor student understanding and adjust classes and tutoring based on individual student needs and in coordination with team members, as appropriate. Additionally, you will help to develop and refine the curriculum.
Responsibilities:
- EFL/ESL or Spanish teaching experience required
- Bachelor’s degree (required)
- In the case of EFL/ESL instructors, TEFL/TESOL or CELTA certificate preferred (100+ hours with assessed teaching practice)
- English or Spanish (native) (Required)
- Excellent writing, reading, and presentation skills
- Highly personable and able to foster strong relationships with students
- Able to work well with students, build their confidence, and encourage their ideas
- Motivation, ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, flexible and creative.
- Experience and passion for curriculum development and assessment
- Great interest and belief in the strength of mentorship
Skills and Qualifications:
- Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
Instructional Designer
The freelance Instructional Designer designs, creates and maintains all adult training and education programs in collaboration with the Curriculum design team.
Responsibilities:
- Use adult learning theory to create interactive, creative, and engaging content in modalities such as: eLearning, blended or instructor-led training, etc.
- Work closely with the team to identify training needs and deploy content that exceeds expectations
Skills and Qualifications:
- Knowledge of, and experience in, proven instructional design processes and standards
- Superior working knowledge in the use of eLearning creation and design tools such as: Articulate Storyline (required), Adobe Captivate, Litmos, Lectora, or equivalent
- Excellent skills in productivity software such as: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat
- Strong project management skills showcasing the ability to creatively manage several projects at once
- Excellent oral and technical writing skills
- Highly-Energetic, creative, self-motivated, goal-oriented and dependable
- Bachelor of Science in Instructional Design, Adult Education, or related Business Degree
- 1-3 years’ experience in Instructional Design
- Member of a learning and development association (i.e. ATD) preferred