We’re looking for talented individuals interested in joining a growing global company. At Slang, you’ll be part of a global, well-funded startup spun out of MIT. We’re building a world-class team to revolutionize language learning with cutting-edge technology and delightful design.
What we’re working on at Slang
Slang started at MIT as a research project on using AI and NLP to make learning a new language as efficient as possible. Our technology powers a highly adaptive e-learning platform that offers an unprecedented variety of specialized English courses and proficiency tests for career development in over one hundred fields like Sales, Finance, Logistics, Medicine, and Law. With just a small team, we’ve already created the largest professional English offering in the world.
What this role is about
If you are passionate about English Teaching, have basic knowledge of TBL methodologies, and are eager to be part of a dynamic company at the forefront of language learning innovation, we would love to tell you more about this opportunity. In this role, you will have the chance to work with various companies, assisting them in improving their professional English skills.
As part of our team, you will engage with a diverse adult population ranging from beginner to advanced intermediate (Pre-A1 to B2) levels. Complementing our digital product, we offer various classes aimed at enhancing users' proficiency and fostering the conversational skills essential for success in the workplace. This is a hybrid position, so you will be teaching some classes on-site in Bogotá, Colombia.
Slang, a product-driven startup, places great emphasis on the development of our cutting-edge language learning products. We aspire to create products that speak for themselves and rely on your developing experience and enthusiasm to contribute to our vision. Your insights and understanding of language learning will play a pivotal role in helping us better serve our users and continuously improve our offerings.
Responsibilities Deliver engaging and interactive Slang online classes across various subjects, utilizing the class content provided by the instructional design team.Maintain accurate and up-to-date user progress follow-up documents to ensure a comprehensive and organized learning experience.Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their progress, assignments, and class participation, supporting their learning and growth.Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active participation and student engagement, utilizing the provided class content as a foundation.Attend training sessions to enhance teaching skills, receive guidance on class content, and ensure effective implementation of instructional strategies in online classes.Communicate effectively with students, addressing their questions and concerns, and providing guidance while utilizing the provided class content to support their learning.Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions with students, colleagues, and the instructional design team regarding the provided class content.Technical skills and requirementsMust: Bachelor's degree in Modern Languages or related fields and/or TESOL, TEFL, or similar certificates. (Candidates close to graduation are encouraged to apply, as the degree requirement is negotiable.)Be allocated in Bogotá, Colombia.Strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, with adaptability to different learner populations.Experience in English Teaching. Basic skills in conducting speaking assessments to evaluate oral communication skills, including fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and coherence.Ability to provide personalized feedback tailored to individual student needs and proficiency levels.Ideally, availability of 80 hours per month.Proficiency in using technology and digital tools for instruction, including virtual teaching platforms, learning management systems, and digital resources (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, G Suite).
Nice to have: Some experience teaching English to adults.Knowledge of planning and delivering Task-Based Learning (TBL) classes, creating engaging and interactive learning experiences.Preferably in a business or professional context, understanding specific language needs and challenges in various industries.Other SkillsStrong interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with learners, provide constructive feedback, and create a supportive learning environment.Cultural sensitivity and awareness of communication styles, customs, and business practices, facilitating effective cross-cultural understanding in the classroom.Adaptability in teaching strategies and materials to meet individual learner needs, learning styles, and feedback from students and stakeholders.Accurate record-keeping of student attendance, assessment scores, and progress reports while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.Punctuality and regular attendance to ensure classes start and end on time, fostering a reliable learning experience for students.Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges during language instruction and find effective solutions for optimal learning outcomes.Active engagement in professional development through attending training sessions, workshops, conferences, or webinars to stay updated with current language teaching methodologies.Effective collaboration and communication with team members, including content developers and support staff, to contribute to a collaborative and innovative work environment.Interested?
We'd love to hear from you — apply below!
Slang is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to our inclusive and healthy environment.
For further information related to Slang, check out recent pieces profiling us in
Bloomberg,
LABS, and
Forbes; the portfolios of our investors,
Social Capital, an investor in companies like Slack and Intercom; DILA Capital,
Alive Ventures,
Salesforce Ventures, and
Roble Ventures; our
Crunchbase profile; and the profiles of our founders,
Diego and
Kamran.
We're also winners of LearnLaunch and the GESAwards worldwide, and we were named a
World Economic Forum Technology Pioneer in 2022. These are huge achievements of which we're very proud of.
