Arabic Language Teachers

JOB DETAILS

Type of contract : Consultant Contract

Level :  Level 1 - Junior

Hiring Unit : Bureau of Human Resources Management (HRM)

Duty Station : Paris

Work location : On site

Duration of contract : 3 months

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC+1 Time) : 31/08/2026

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW

UNESCO is seeking part-time language teachers for its language teaching programme.  The teachers work under the supervision of the Learning & Development team, Learning, Performance and  Development Unit, within the Bureau of Human Resources Management.  The language teaching programme improves the language abilities of staff and other participants and promotes linguistic balance and multilingualism within UNESCO through its offer of language courses. 

UNESCO maintains a pool of part-time language teachers to meet the on-going and ad-hoc needs of language teaching, and is seeking teachers for an in-person beginners' course of three hours per week from October to December 2026. 

ASSIGNMENTS

The part-time language teachers help the participants of the language programme to develop more effective  communication skills. These duties include the following:

• Teaching Arabic beginners courses in-person.  Language courses should cover production and receptive language skills.


• Preparing course descriptions, programmes, classes and learning materials in accordance with the level and objectives of the group. 


• Correcting assignments/homework as applicable and providing individualized feedback and advice on participants’ progress.


• Carrying out the administrative duties directly related to the language teaching, such as maintaining students’ attendance and communicating with students as needed.

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UNESCO is seeking to replenish the pool of part-time teachers. Inclusion in the pool is not a guarantee of work.  For pooled teachers who are invited to teach language classes, the contractual arrangements (such as start date and length of contract) will be agreed individually, depending on the specific needs at the time.

Part time language teachers will undertake their assignments at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France.

CONTRACT DURATION

UNESCO is currently seeking teachers for a three month assignment from October to December 2026.  Other suitably qualififed and experienced applicants will also be placed in a pool of teachers for possible future opportunities.  

COMPETENCIES - Core (C)

• Communication (C)


• Accountability (C)


• Innovation (C)


• Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)


• Planning and organizing (C)


• Results focus (C)


• Teamwork (C)

For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Training and qualifications in second or foreign language teaching is highly desirable.

A qualification from a higher education institute in language area studies, language teaching, applied linguistics, communication or education/pedagogy or related area is preferred.

Qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the formal qualifications.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Experience in teaching Arabic to adult learners in a professional context is preferred.  

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.

To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. 

The process may include tests and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.  

Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. 

Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.


• UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.


• lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.


• All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.


• UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.