Learning Designer for Languages, Duolingo, Pittsburgh, PA, USA. Deadline: open until filled (posted early December 2023).
Duolingo, the enormously popular language-learning application, is looking for an outstanding language enthusiast and educator with a strong background in linguistics, languages, language typology, and language teaching. The ideal candidate is a polyglot energized by diving into languages they don’t (yet) know, with a passion for developing language-learning materials and a combination of analytical and creative skills. At Duolingo, you will have an opportunity to apply your skills and knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where you see the immediate impact of your work on millions of learners worldwide.
You Will…
- Work side by side with other learning designers, project managers, and engineers to deliver high-quality course curricula and content for a variety of languages
- Leverage generative AI for creating content that is fun, accessible, and targets learners at specific proficiency levels
- Use your “generalist” linguistic skills to effectively work across different languages, consulting subject matter experts as needed
- Review, edit, and proofread learning materials for our language courses
- Train and supervise other course content creators
You Have…
- Linguistics background. You have an MA (or equivalent experience) in linguistics, applied linguistics, language (with a linguistic focus), or a related field.
- Language knowledge. You have basic proficiency in multiple languages, including at least two of the following: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean. You can quickly get up to speed on the key properties of unfamiliar languages.
- Curriculum design and teaching experience. You have taught at least one language other than English, and have strong skills in designing language curricula.
- Analytical thinking. You can think about language in a structured and analytical way. For example, you excel at breaking down grammatical concepts into smaller parts for the purposes of teaching.
- Creativity. You think outside the box and have excellent intuitions about how to build content that is engaging to a wide range of learners.
- Excellent collaboration skills. You have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. You give and receive feedback well, and you build and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues.
- Operational focus. You are organized and efficient, and strive to continuously improve your workflow and processes.
Duolingo has many other positions available as well (full-time and part-time, US and international) – see their jobs page.
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