Director of Intensive English Communication Program (IECP)

Penn State University • University Park, IL

46d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Applied Linguistics in the College of the Liberal Arts seeks a visionary administrator to direct its Intensive English Communication Program (IECP). The Director will provide daily oversight of program operations; model and facilitate excellence in program communications; cultivate a transformative academic environment; develop and oversee recruitment efforts; hire, train, review and foster professional development of faculty and staff; and represent the IECP on campus and within the profession. The Director of the IECP reports directly to the Head of the Department of Applied Linguistics. As a member of the graduate faculty, the Director is eligible to teach a 1-0 course load in Applied Linguistics and to serve on graduate committees.

Requirements

• A PhD or EdD in Teaching English as a Second Language (T.E.S.L.), Applied Linguistics or related field is required by appointment date
• Experience in IEP program administration
• Teaching experience in an intensive English or academic English preparation program in a college or university setting
• Record of on-going professional development
• Demonstrated successful program assessment and development
• Outstanding professional, cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Provide daily oversight of program operations
• Model and facilitate excellence in program communications
• Cultivate a transformative academic environment
• Develop and oversee recruitment efforts
• Hire, train, review and foster professional development of faculty and staff
• Represent the IECP on campus and within the profession

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree