Language Specialist

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partner benefits

Generous leave provisions

Above-market retirement contributions

Professional development support

Job summary

Lehigh University is seeking a S99490 Language Specialist in the International Center for Academic and Professional English (ICAPE). The role supports graduate and undergraduate students with language instruction, assessments, and program initiatives.

The position reports to ICAPE within OIA and involves curriculum design, proficiency assessments, and professional development activities; a Master’s in TESOL or related field is required, with 3+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Education, or a directly related field.
• At least three years of work experience as a Language Specialist or in a closely related position.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of three courses per 16-week semester (credit/non-credit) and engage in ICAPE activities.
• Submit grades and evaluations by deadlines.
• Assist with curriculum development, course design, and program initiatives.
• Stay updated on TESOL research, best practices, and trends.

Education

Master’s Degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Education, or a directly related field

Job description

Lehigh University

Lehigh University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits.

S99490 Language Specialist

Position Purpose:

The International Center for Academic and Professional English (ICAPE) within OIA at Lehigh University comprises a dynamic group of instructors and administrators committed to excellence and best practices in the language and pragmatic instruction and support of Lehigh's graduate and undergraduate students, including their integration into the university community. ICAPE at Lehigh features advanced-level credit courses for matriculated students, as well as the pre-matriculation StepUp intensive English program, the TA program, and year-round individual tutoring and workshops in the English Language Lab. Instructional Staff responsibilities cross all areas of ICAPE's programs and include curriculum and instruction, assessment, administrative responsibilities, and professional development activities.

This position is a Grade: 9 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $56,030-$68,190 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Accountabilities

1. Curriculum and Instruction

• teach a minimum of three courses per 16-week semester (or the equivalent in instructional units), which may include a combination of credit and non-credit courses, ongoing seminars and workshops, as well as scheduled work with students at the English Language Lab.
• Submit all student grades, evaluations, and other student assessments by the stated deadlines.
• Attend and participate in ICAPE program curriculum development, instructor and staff meetings, textbook selection, portfolio evaluations, course assessments, orientations, graduations, committee work, performance reviews, and other ICAPE program initiatives and activities.
• Assist with the creation, design, and implementation of new or revised ICAPE courses and programs that meet evolving student and institutional needs and goals.

2. Assessment

• Assist with assessing the English language proficiency of students.
• Administer, rate, report, develop, pilot, and maintain all English proficiency assessments.
• Participate in teaching assistant English fluency exam administrations as an ICAPE evaluator.
• Assist with the creation, piloting, and implementation of new English fluency assessments.
• Assist with revisions of current English language assessments, including but not limited to the Test of Pedagogical Speaking Skills (TOPSS) design, descriptors, and testing protocol.

3. Administrative

• Hold a minimum of two drop-in office hours per week , when classes are in session.
• Advise students and participate in student file preparation and maintenance.
• Assist with ICAPE program tasks and activities.

4. Professional Development

• stay updated on current TESOL research, best practices, technology, and other trends in TESOL.
• Serve on ICAPE and/or university committees and participate in initiatives, events, training, and other activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in TESOL, Linguistics, Education, or a directly related field.
• At least three years of work experience as a Language Specialist or in a closely related position.

Why Lehigh

Lehigh sits at the intersection of rigorous research, close-knit community, and a proud legacy of innovation rooted in Bethlehem, PA. You will join a collaborative Office of General Counsel where your expertise will genuinely shape institutional decision‑making. This is an institution that takes compliance seriously, and gives its compliance leadership the standing to match. Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Benefits:

• Lehigh University provides comprehensive benefits including partner benefits.
• generous leave provisions
• above-market retirement contributions
• robust professional development support, including access to the University's own academic resources

Special Considerations

• The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor.
• Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.