Director of Intensive English Communication Program (IECP)

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a visionary Director to lead the Intensive English Communication Program (IECP) in the College of the Liberal Arts. The Director will oversee daily operations, recruit and support faculty, and promote excellence in program communications while serving on graduate committees.

The role includes teaching a 1‑0 course load and representing IECP locally and at the profession level. Start date January 2027 is preferred with a rank open to Assistant/Associate/Teaching

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in TESL or Applied Linguistics is required by appointment date.
• Experience in IEP program administration.
• Teaching experience in an intensive English program at a college or university.
• Record of ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrated successful program assessment and development.
• Outstanding professional, cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the IECP and model excellence in program communications.
• Develop and oversee recruitment, hire, train, review, and foster faculty and staff development.
• Represent the IECP on campus and within the profession; teach a 1‑0 course load if eligible.

Skills

Cross-cultural communication

Interpersonal skills

Teaching experience

Professional development

Program leadership

Education

PhD or EdD in TESL/Applied Linguistics

Job description

POSITION SPECIFICS

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.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 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.

This is a full‑time twelve‑month academic professional position.

A start date of January 2027 is preferred; however, this start date may be negotiated with the successful candidate. Salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications, and the personal characteristics required of a demanding and significant role in administrative leadership. This position is Open Rank and will be filled at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, Associate Teaching Professor, or Teaching Professor.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full‑time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
• For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
• (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non‑tenure‑line faculty appointments.Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21. Visit our website at IECP.la.psu.edu for more information on our IECP Program.

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