POSITION IDENTIFICATION
TITLE English Language Institute (ELI) Special Programs Outreach Coordinator
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 2603
GRADE 43
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR English Language Institute Special Programs Director
MAJOR ADMINISTRATOR Executive Director, English Language Institute
GENERAL FUNCTION
The ELI Special Programs Outreach Coordinator assists in establishing and maintaining relationships with current and potential program participants, assists in the development of customized English language and culture program proposals, develops and delivers curriculum, provides logistical support and customer service for Special Programs clients, provides translation services and marketing support, and recruits for Special Programs and the ELI in Latin America.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A Master’s degree with a TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate is required.
Experience: At least one year of experience teaching in an intensive English program (IEP) is required. Experience in international student recruiting is required. Experience in translation and interpretation is required.
Skills: Native Spanish speaker or equivalent fluency in Spanish is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Other: A valid Missouri driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance as required by the state of Missouri are required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Represents the ELI internationally (emphasis on South America) in establishing and maintaining relationships with universities, high schools, businesses, and professional associations that are current or potential resources for ELI program participants.
2. Assists the ELI Special Programs Director in the development of customized language and culture training program proposals, including course content.
3. Develops curriculum and delivers instruction as needed in special programs offering English language courses for speakers of other languages.
4. Provides logistical support and customer service to ELI Special Programs participants by hosting visiting groups and assisting with food, lodging, and transportation arrangements.
5. Provides Spanish-language translation of marketing materials and content for social media outreach venues.
6. Provides expertise in developing culturally appropriate messaging for the website, brochures, and other marketing and promotional materials for the ELI’s Latin American outreach.
7. teaches in both ELI Special programs and, when appropriate, in the ELI English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program.
8. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
9. Remains competent and current through self-directed reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the supervisor.
10. Helps to assure the overall success of the ELI by performing all duties as assigned by the Executive Director, ELI.
SUPERVISION
The ELI Special Programs Outreach Coordinator is supervised by the English Language Institute Special Programs Director and may supervise full-time and part-time ELI instructors on assignment with Special Programs, graduate assistants, and student employees.
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
REVISED JANUARY 2016
