22.1995, Jobs: Various Langs & Translation: Course Developer, Mango Languages

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Subject: 22.1995, Jobs: Various Langs & Translation: Course Developer, Mango Languages

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Date: 06-May-2011
From: Pamela Kendall [pamela.kendall at mangolanguage.com]
Subject: Arabic, Standard; Japanese; Urdu; Spanish; Portuguese & Translation: Language Course Developer, Mango Languages

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Date: Sun, 08 May 2011 17:35:59
From: Pamela Kendall [pamela.kendall at mangolanguage.com]
Subject: Arabic, Standard; Japanese; Urdu; Spanish; Portuguese & Translation: Language Course Developer, Mango Languages

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University or Organization: Mango Languages 
Department: Language Course Development
Web Address: http://www.mangolanguages.com
Job Rank: Language Course Developer  

Specialty Areas: Translation 

Required Language(s): Arabic, Standard (arb)
                      Japanese (jpn) 
                      Portuguese (por) 
                      Spanish (spa) 
                      Urdu (urd) 

Description:

Mango Languages is a state-of-the-art software developer that currently offers 
more than 36 language-learning programs. We are looking to expand the 
number of our course offerings in the next few months, and we are seeking to 
fill several positions immediately with highly qualified, self-motivated teachers 
and experts in foreign languages to write and develop our language courses.  

Mango teaches people foreign languages by taking into account the way 
people actually learn and acquire fluency in foreign languages.  Our talented 
team of linguists, programmers, designers, and voice talents incorporate 
linguistic theories that actually work, and we also bring humor and levity into 
the language learning process to keep students (as well as ourselves) 
motivated.  Our results prove that we teach people languages in a fun and 
exciting way!  

Mango is currently seeking talented individuals to act as course developers 
for our language-learning programs.  The right candidate is passionate about 
languages and has solid academic backgrounds and experience in teaching 
and developing curriculum for students.  We are looking for people to start 
immediately, but who want to thrive in a long-term partnership with 
opportunities for advancement. Our immediate needs are for Course 
Developers in the languages listed.

Job Description: 
A course developer uses their native-language expertise to develop an entire 
on-line foreign language course while working in cooperation with team 
members until course is successfully completed.

Responsibilities:
-Create lessons based on relevant and real conversations. A course 
developer is responsible for creating a language course that teaches practical 
and pragmatic lessons based on real conversations using company software 
and methodologies.  Content will need to be precise and comprehensive, 
teaching language and culture by producing an optimal and natural language 
learning experience for the student.
-Ensure exceptional translations The course developer must be an excellent 
translator who provides literal translations, understood meanings, phonetic 
transcriptions, and idiomatic expressions where necessary. 
-Create original culture and grammar notes to accompany lessons. In addition 
to the conversation, the developer will include grammar and culture notes that 
provide the student with insightful explanations of culture and grammar when 
needed.

Requirements:
-Native Speaker: Course developers must have a mastery of their native 
language which includes a thorough understanding of grammar, culture, and 
idiomatic expressions.
-Fluent in English. The courses are developed for English speakers. Full 
understanding and fluency of the English language and its grammar is needed 
for course development.
-Bachelor's Degree: Linguistics, Translation, Foreign language, Language 
teaching
-2 Years Language Teaching or Translation Experience
-Flexible scheduling: All work will be done online. Need to have availability of 
a minimum of 20 hours a week. 
-Ability to work well with other team members
-Reliable internet connection and basic computer skills
-Excellent time management and communication skills
-Please include a cover letter with resume when applying for this position

Please see our application website for more information!

Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)

Web Address for Applications: http://www.mangolanguages.com/careers 
Contact Information:
	Recruiting Coordinator Pamela Kendall 
	Email: pamela.kendall at mangolanguage.com 

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