ESOL Coordinator

Research Foundation of The City University of New York•New York, NY

2d•$60,000 - $65,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Education Programs, the Coordinator oversees day-to-day operations for the Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Program (IELCE), a grant that provides funding for contextualized ESOL instruction in collaboration with healthcare training partners. The position requires meeting multiple program targets and goals. This includes requirements for attendance; student improvement on standardized tests; attainment of healthcare sector certifications and employment. A minimum of five classes will be offered. The Coordinator will lead information sessions for interested individuals and provide interviews to determine eligibility. Must have a good understanding of ESOL pedagogy and best practices to ensure teachers provide quality instruction. The ability to supervise a case manager in addressing student goals and needs is essential.

Requirements

BA in education or related field; MA preferred
Three or more years in program administration, preferably in a grant-funded setting
Relevant contextualized ESOL teaching experience in adult basic education programs or similar
Competent in the use of technology, with strong computer skills
Familiar with social media, such as Twitter and Facebook to promote class offerings
Able to work effectively in-person or remotely
Excellent writing and oral communication skills
Well organized; able to prioritize and delegate responsibility
Able to juggle multiple tasks, be flexible, creative, resourceful, and work as part of a team
Flexibility to work evenings hours

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate outreach, intake, registration, testing, placement, and related enrollment tasks
Supervise and provide support to staff and instructors
Work with training partners and instructors to develop, select and implement effective content-based curricula
Identify staff development needs and oversee the provision of staff development
Create online flyers, forms, surveys, and spreadsheets
Manage student data collection, data entry, and reporting
Establish and strengthen partnerships
Other duties as assigned