Mansour Afandy Language Training & Services LLC
منصور أفندي لخدمات اللغات والترجمة
Qualifications
With over two decades of experience in Arabic language instruction, I bring a deep expertise in both Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and regional dialects, with a particular specialization in Egyptian Arabic. My career has included training a wide range of learners—from academic students to U.S. military linguists and special operations forces—equipping them with the linguistic skills and cultural understanding necessary to operate effectively in Arabic-speaking environments. I combine rigorous, results-driven teaching methods with a tailored approach that meets the needs of each learner, ensuring proficiency, accuracy, and cultural fluency.
Snapshot Summary
Experience
See my CV below:
Arabic Instructor
Concordia College: 2022 - Present
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Conduct annual 3-week language immersion program for 6-12 military students.
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Members include Special Forces and Intelligence units.
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All activities and communication are conducted in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA).
Arabic Instructor
Advanced Automation Corporation: 2022 - 2023
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Review and edit Arabic lesson materials designed for US Army Foreign Area Officers (FAO).
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Provide services as an Arabic Curriculum Developer and Foreign Language Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting the Defense Language Institute (DLI).
Arabic Instructor
Yorktown Systems Group: 2021 - Present
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Develop language programs and teach Arabic to US Army Special Forces Groups.
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Conduct virtual classes for military personnel located around the world.
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Courses include Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) prep, Pre-Deployment Training, Cultural Awareness Immersion, and 1-on-1 tutoring.
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Skills covered include reading and listening comprehension as well as speaking fluency through Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) skills.
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Teach multiple Arabic dialects (Egyptian, Sudanese, Iraqi, Levantine, Gulf)
Arabic Instructor
Chi-Chack LLC: 2009 - 2022
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Developed language programs for and taught US Army Arabic linguists.
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Conducted virtual and in-person classes at Fort Carson, CO and Fort Hood, TX.
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Courses included Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) prep, Pre-Deployment Training, Cultural Awareness Immersion, and 1-on-1 tutoring.
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Units included: 10th Special Forces Group, 86th Military Intelligence Company-4th Infantry Division, and 743rd Military Intelligence Battalion.
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Skills covered include reading and listening comprehension as well as speaking fluency through Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI) skills.
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Taught multiple Arabic dialects (Egyptian, Sudanese, Iraqi, Levantine, Gulf)
Arabic Instructor
Rocky Mountain Human Services: 2007 - 2009
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Served as a native Arabic language instructor, translator, and interpreter.
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Conducted cultural classes and developed curriculum for military personnel.
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Translated military documents and designed learning programs for soldiers across various subjects.
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Taught multiple Arabic dialects (Egyptian, Iraqi, Levantine, Gulf)
Arabic Interpreter
Cross Culture Communications: 2006 - 2007
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Provide Arabic translation and interpreter services on an assignment basis.
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Assignments included: elementary schools, mental health institutions, the DMV, as well as courts and other judicial institutions.
Achievements
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2021 Certificate of Achievement: Instructor Professional Development Training for Forscom
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2019 Certificate of Achievement: MFL-PD for Military Foreign Language
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2018 Certificate of Achievement: FORSCOM Language and Culture Training Program
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2014 Certificate of Achievement: Cross-Cultural Competence and Culture Course
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2011 Certificate of Appreciation: 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group