Director of English Language Instruction

1 week ago

Kennesaw, Georgia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Title: Director, Intensive English Program

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead our Intensive English Program as Director. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of ESL classes to a diverse student body, managing and guiding instructors, designing curriculum, assessing learning outcomes, and providing support to students from various cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage a team of Intensive English Program Instructors, ensuring effective teaching of all levels and skills of ESL classes
  • Review and design program curriculum and instructional materials to meet the evolving needs of the program and students
  • Develop and assign class schedules, taking into consideration student needs and instructor availability
  • Evaluate learning outcomes and advise IEP students on academic progress and options for retention or progression to KSU matriculation
  • Provide academic counseling and support services to address students' language learning needs
  • Collaborate with Leadership to implement program goals and objectives, including budgetary considerations
  • Assist in program administration tasks, including student registration, program marketing, and reporting
  • Act as a liaison between instructors, students, and university administration to resolve any issues that may arise
  • Assist in program marketing and recruiting with both local populations and international students
  • Coordinate with campus offices, including Global Education, Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Auxiliary Services, and UITS, to maintain IEP student services and increase student matriculation to KSU

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Education, or a related field
  • Five (5) years of experience in ESL/EFL teaching and program management

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of international education and cultural sensitivity
  • Previous experience in English language instruction, preferably in an intensive English program
  • Experience working with diverse student populations
  • Experience living, studying or working in a country outside the US or experience living, studying or working in the US as a foreign national
  • Previous experience in higher education administration
  • Experience with program accreditation and compliance

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

  • Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time meeting assigned deadlines
  • Fluency in a designated language may be required to assist students in the assigned program, providing additional support to those facing language barriers
  • Knowledge of F-1 student process and SEVIS regulations governing clock-hour programs
  • Knowledge of best practices in IEP curriculum and student services
  • Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management and presentation skills
  • Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
  • Strong attention to detail and follow up skills
  • Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

Background Check:

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

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