Remote Brazilian Portuguese Teacher (Part-Time) – Adult Learners | VR Language Platform

<h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3> <p>Teach Brazilian Portuguese to adult professionals in engaging one-on-one sessions using immersive technology.</p> <p>IMMERSE is a language learning platform that helps adults build real-world fluency through live instruction and immersive technology.</p> <p>We are seeking experienced Portuguese language instructors to teach communicative lessons for adult learners using our immersive language learning platform.</p> <p>Learners practice Portuguese in realistic environments such as meeting rooms, cafés, and workplace scenarios, helping them build confidence speaking Portuguese for professional and everyday communication.</p> <p>This role is ideal for instructors who enjoy working closely with adult learners, facilitating meaningful conversation, and using innovative teaching technology.</p> <h3><strong>Compensation</strong></h3> <p>Compensation is region- and experience-based. In many regions, rates fall within the $15–$20 USD/hour range.</p> <p>Compensation includes:</p> <ul><li>Paid instructional sessions<br></li><li>Paid preparation time<br></li><li>Paid onboarding and training<br></li><li>Paid operational meetings</li></ul> <h3><strong>Schedule Availability</strong></h3> <p><strong>Current Priority Hours:</strong><br>Monday–Friday 8:00 PM–11:45 PM Eastern Time (ET)</p> <p>Saturday–Sunday 12:00PM–8:00 PM Eastern Time (ET)</p> <h3><strong>Why Teachers Like Working With IMMERSE</strong></h3> <ul><li>Teach motivated adult professionals</li><li>Work with small groups (up to 12) allowing deeper impact on language development</li><li>Structured lesson frameworks (no full curriculum creation required)</li><li>Teach in innovative and immersive teaching environments</li><li>Fully remote teaching</li><li>Collaborative community focused on pedagogy and learner progress</li></ul> <h3><strong>What a Typical Session Looks Like</strong></h3> <ul><li>Facilitate structured Portuguese communicative lessons with adult learners</li><li>Guide learners through real-life scenarios such as meetings, travel, or professional communication</li><li>Provide feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and fluency</li><li>40 minute sessions</li><li>Communicate proactively with the instructional team</li></ul> <h3><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul><li>BA in Portuguese Language Education, Applied Linguistics, or closely related field<br><strong>OR</strong></li></ul> <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree + Portuguese teaching certification and extensive teaching experience<br></li></ul> <p>Additional requirements:</p> <ul><li>2+ years of structured Brazilian Portuguese language teaching experience</li><li>Experience teaching adult learners</li><li>Strong foundation in communicative or task-based language teaching</li><li>Demonstrated ability to develop speaking and listening skills intentionally</li><li>Advanced Portuguese proficiency (C1 CEFR or ACTFL Advanced High)</li><li>Minimum B2-level English proficiency</li><li>Comfortable using technology and learning new platforms</li><li>Organized, reliable, and professional</li></ul> <h3><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul><li>Experience teaching <strong>Business or professional Portuguese</strong><br></li><li>Spanish proficiency</li></ul> <h3><strong>This Role Is Best Suited For Instructors Who</strong></h3> <ul><li>Enjoy teaching adult learners</li><li>Value communicative language teaching approaches</li><li>Are comfortable using technology-based teaching platforms</li><li>Can commit to consistent weekly availability</li></ul> <h3><strong>This Role Is Likely Not the Right Fit If:</strong></h3> <ul><li>Your teaching experience is limited to casual conversation practice or informal tutoring.</li><li>You have taught primarily children and do not have experience teaching adult learners.</li><li>You cannot commit to consistent weekly availability.</li></ul> <h3><strong>Tech Requirements</strong></h3> <p>To ensure class stability and consistency, instructors must meet the following:</p> <ul><li>Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) PC<br></li><li>Intel i5-1135G7 / AMD Ryzen 5 5500U or better<br></li><li>Intel Iris Xe / AMD Vega 7 or better<br></li><li>8GB RAM<br></li><li>10GB available storage<br></li><li>Ethernet connection required (Wi-Fi-only setups are not supported)<br></li><li>Minimum 50 Mbps download / 20 Mbps upload internet speed<br></li><li>Wired headset with built-in microphone</li></ul> <h3><strong>Location & Eligibility</strong></h3> <p>We are unable to hire residents of the following U.S. states at this time:<br>California, Oregon, Massachusetts, Kentucky, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, or Washington.</p> <h3><strong>Apply</strong></h3> <p>If you're an experienced <strong>Portuguese language instructor</strong> who enjoys helping adults build real-world communication skills, we’d love to hear from you.</p>