Part-Time Lead Teacher / Teaching Assistant – Brazilian Portuguese as a Heritage Language (PHL)

Position Summary

Position: Brazilian Portuguese Teacher / Teaching Assistant (Portuguese as a Heritage Language – PHL)
Organization: Brazilian Association for Culture and Education (ABRACE)
Location: McLean, Virginia
Employment Type: Part-time employee (W-2)
Workload: Approximately 10–12 hours per month
Start Date: Ongoing, based on position availability

Position Description

ABRACE is seeking enthusiastic teachers who are native or near-native speakers of Brazilian Portuguese and are passionate about working with children and youth. We are looking for individuals who are excited to support and strengthen the Brazilian-American community in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Candidates should have a strong understanding of Brazilian culture, including its literature, arts, traditions, and customs. Teachers are responsible for inspiring and guiding students in learning Portuguese as a Heritage Language (PHL) across different age groups and proficiency levels.

Teachers use a variety of instructional technologies—including PowerPoint, PDFs, email, educational apps, and online forms—as well as engaging activities such as games, movement, music, storytelling, and art to implement the curriculum. Responsibilities also include submitting lesson plans to the School Administration, tracking student attendance and progress, and communicating with parents and administrators.

This is an in-person position held on Saturday mornings in Fairfax County, Virginia. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Implement ABRACE's Portuguese as a Heritage Language curriculum.
Teach Brazilian Portuguese to classes of approximately 8–12 students, ages 2–14.
Foster a welcoming, supportive, and engaging classroom environment through effective communication and individualized instruction.
Submit lesson plans using the organization's approved format.
Observe, assess, and document student progress in a timely manner.
Maintain accurate attendance records.
Provide parents and administrators with regular feedback regarding student learning and progress.
Communicate with parents by email, video conference, or in person, as needed, including sharing examples of students' use of Portuguese.
Build collaborative relationships with families, recognizing parents and caregivers as essential partners in the educational process.
Clearly communicate learning objectives and classroom expectations to parents and volunteers.
Maintain a personal computer and reliable internet access for work-related responsibilities.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development sessions, workshops, and seminars.
Complete additional remote administrative or instructional tasks as assigned by the School Administration.

Minimum Qualifications

Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Native or near-native proficiency in Brazilian Portuguese.
Intermediate proficiency in English.
Availability and commitment to work in person on Saturday mornings.
Positive attitude, creativity, flexibility, and strong teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any field.
Experience working with children or youth in educational or recreational settings.

Compensation

Compensation ranges from $15 to $25 per instructional hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

ABRACE teachers receive a 30% tuition discount for their children enrolled in ABRACE programs.

Start Date

This position is filled on a rolling basis as openings become available.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete the online application form available HERE.

ABRACE does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

If you have questions about this position, please contact the School Director at abrace.diretoriaescolar@gmail.com.

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