Assistant Director, Adult Education/ESL – FT

Under the general direction and supervision of the Adult Education Director, the Adult Education/ESL Assistant Director will serve as the day-to-day operational manager for the ESL program. Responsibilities will include: building and staffing schedules; facilitating the intake & onboarding of new students; hiring, training, observing/evaluating, and supporting adjunct instructors; determining professional development needs of instructors and staff; making recommendations for hiring staff, and then assisting with onboarding, training, and supervision of staff; offering/facilitating professional development; addressing student concerns/complaints; developing/selecting curriculum coordinating the assessment of students and reporting of student data; adhering to state, federal, and college policies; communicating compliance requirements to staff; marketing program. This is a full-time, regular position.

Essential Functions

Build and Staff Schedules
Determine all aspects of instructional delivery: develop and submit schedules for orientations, classes, learning labs, and pre-and post-testing that meet program and student needs; ensure an appropriate number of sections are offered based on course demand; reserve classrooms/facilities; assign instructors to scheduled classes; provide updated schedules when there are changes.

Hire and Supervise Adjunct Faculty
Determine instructional staffing needs; communicate with Human Resources about advertising and hiring processes; review adjunct pool regularly and communicate with applicants; interview potential candidates; onboard and train new instructors; observe and evaluate annually; ensure instructor compliance with grant and college policies and procedures; ensure faculty members have the resources they need to teach successfully; monitor and disseminate class performance data; address student complaints/faculty issues with students; verify and sign time sheets for instructors and staff in compliance with SCC Payroll deadlines.

Supervise Other Program Staff
Assist with the hiring process and make recommendations to hire other program staff; assist with onboarding/training of new staff; evaluate staff.

Determine and Deliver on Professional Development Needs of Staff
Determine professional development needs of staff and ESL Adjunct Faculty; organize/facilitate professional development training.

Develop/Select Curriculum
In cooperation with the Director and other staff and faculty, develop and/or select curriculum/educational materials.

Facilitate New Student Intakes
Assist with completing student intakes for the program; coordinate the process for completion of the enrollment and intake, Orientation, onboarding process, and career pathways.

Strengthen educational supports and opportunities for students (e.g., pathways, advising, workshops, trainings, retention efforts).

Assist with Resource Development
Assist in writing and managing grants as assigned; communicate and collaborate regarding funding opportunities.

Assist with Marketing and Public Relations
Assist in planning and development of promotional material; represent the program at community and College events. Assist in recruitment and community education for the program and the services provided by the program and the college.

Serve as a Member of the Adult Education Leadership Team
Attend meetings as scheduled; contribute to meetings in constructive ways; communicate regularly and respectfully with supervisor and others on the leadership team. Set an example of professionalism and teamwork for other employees in the program.

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualification

1. Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
2. Two (2) years of work experience in coordination, teaching, management, and leadership in Adult Education/ESL or related field.
3. Demonstrated experience supervising staff/faculty.
4. Demonstrated professional experience with grants, data management systems, and budgets.
5. Demonstrated experience working with non-native English language learners.