What does a Specialist in the Army need to know in order to become a Military Language Instructor (MLI) at DLI?

2018-05-02T22:41:21-04:00

I have a battle buddy who is an E-4 in the Army, is gaining American citizenship, and speaks English as a second language. He did not go to DLI, but I told him that there's a possibility that if he played his cards right, he could get an assignment as an MLI. He likes the idea of mentoring service members in the learning of his native language.
However, I have absolutely no idea what those aforementioned cards are that he needs to have in his hand.
Are there any MLIs out there who can break down a general career path he'd need to follow in order for him to fill those boots?
Thanks.

Response by MAJ Raúl Rovira made May 3 at 2018 12:00 AM

2018-05-03T00:00:09-04:00

The soldier should check with his career counselor for assignments to DLI. Also, he should contact the school to inquire about how to be accepted for a position should there be a need.

I found two positions for enlisted personnel for ADOS https://www.dliflc.edu/ados/

I almost took a job to teach ILE in Spanish.

ADOS | Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center

DLIFLC often has a range of opportunities for Reserve Component Officers and NCOs to work on Active Duty Operational Support (ADOS, formerly known as Active Duty Special Work or ADSW) orders. Listed below are a few examples of positions that may be available:

Response by SSG Carlos Madden made May 3 at 2018 1:21 PM

2018-05-03T13:21:03-04:00

I'd also suggest posting this on the DLI page to get some input from the instructors who work there.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made May 3 at 2018 10:02 PM

2018-05-03T22:02:04-04:00

Awesome feedback. I sent this word along to him.