Bilingual Assistant in Russian (Summer 2027 LSR004)

Middlebury College•Middlebury, VT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kathryn Wasserman Davis School of Russian at Middlebury College seeks a temporary Bilingual Assistant in Russian for its summer 2027 session on the college campus in Vermont. The program combines cultural immersion with daily classroom instruction. Bilingual Summer Staff support academic and non-academic school operations, students’ language acquisition, and co-curricular and residential activities, working alongside the Assistant and Associate Directors, the Director, and faculty. The position is part-time and temporary, and does not include benefits. Lodging and a complete meal plan are provided in addition to the hourly salary. The Bilingual Assistant rate is $17.57 per hour; the Lead Bilingual Assistant rate is $20.68 per hour. The assistant serves as an in-language point of contact and program ambassador, supports students’ commitment to the Language Pledge, and provides residential and non-academic support. The role also facilitates cultural programming and events, provides technology and communications support, and administers the School office. Staff reside in dorms and represent the School administration in dorms and social spaces, including evenings and weekends. Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume. The application deadline is December 15, 2026.

Requirements

Native or near-native proficiency in Russian and English, both oral and written.
Demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, both oral and written.
Ability to work with people of all ages and levels, including students, professionals, and colleagues.
Willingness to take initiative and assume responsibility while also working collaboratively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
Advanced degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary in-language point of contact for students and faculty and remain knowledgeable about the program, campus resources, and policies.
Engage with students outside class to provide linguistic practice, encouragement, and support during meals, activities, and in dorms, offices, and social spaces.
Support students’ commitment to the Language Pledge and the rigorous learning environment.
Represent School administration in dorms and social spaces, especially on evenings and weekends; reside in dorms; provide guidance and non-academic support; and monitor adherence to the Language Pledge.
Respond to student and faculty emergencies and urgent situations, and direct them to appropriate academic and non-academic offices and resources.
Facilitate the School’s cultural program and liaise with campus offices, including public safety, dining services, events management, media services, the print shop, theater, and facilities services.
Design, plan, and implement school-wide cultural events; design and lead regular co-curricular activities; assist faculty, guests, and the director with lectures, performances, and other events; and coordinate inter-school activities.
Provide general IT support to faculty, guests, and students on School and personal devices; manage circulation of School technology, equipment, and the film archive; provide technical support at events; and provide classroom technical support as requested by faculty.
Communicate with students and faculty through email, websites, social media, print media, and announcements; design and edit web content, especially instructional in-language sites; develop media content and distribute publications; manage photography and videography; edit photo and video content; and prepare slideshows, photo exhibits, and event videos.
Administer the School office, serve as an in-language point of contact for drop-in assistance, and schedule events and activities.