Coordinator – ESOL

We have an opening for an ESOL Coordinator position at our Chattanooga State campus!

** This is a grant
funded position **

Our Purpose – We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our
Values:

We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.

We care about the well-being of each other.

We instill
trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better
future.

Our Mission – We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that
surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our
community to lead boldly into the future.

Position Summary

The ESOL Coordinator provides
direct academic assistance to students, designs learning resources and interventions for Supplemental Instruction, and supports English
language learners (ELLs) in their transition to college-level coursework. This position combines tutoring, instructional design, and
classroom teaching to promote student success in integrated reading and writing courses for multilingual learners.

The successful
candidate will teach Learning Support Reading and Writing for ESOL students, collaborate with faculty to enhance learning
outcomes, and develop SI sessions and instructional materials aligned with course objectives. The position reports to the
Director of ESL Services and works closely with Learning Support faculty, tutors, and academic support
staff across the college to ensure equitable, effective learning experiences for all students.

Key
Responsibilities

Instruction and Student Support

• Teach Learning Support Reading and
  Writing courses designed for ESOL students.
• Provide individualized and small-group academic support to multilingual
  learners.
• Design and facilitate Supplemental Instruction (SI) sessions that reinforce classroom instruction,
  integrate study strategies, and address reading and writing skill development.
• Develop customized learning plans that strengthen
  English proficiency and academic confidence.
• Foster inclusive, student-centered learning environments that reflect best practices
  in adult education and second language acquisition.

Instructional Design and Resource Development

• Create and adapt instructional materials, online modules, and learning interventions
  to support SI and ESL learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to design cohesive, accessible learning materials for
  diverse learners.
• Integrate technology, active learning strategies, and assessment data to improve engagement and retention.
• Maintain and disseminate ESL and Learning Support resources that align with institutional learning goals.

Tutoring
and Academic Coaching

• Provide one-on-one and small-group tutoring in reading, writing, and study strategies for ESL
  and Learning Support students.
• Coordinate with peer tutors and SI leaders to ensure alignment with course objectives and consistent
  academic support.
• Track and document student progress, attendance, and learning outcomes to inform instructional improvements.

Collaboration and Professional Development

• Collaborate with English and Learning Support faculty,
  tutoring staff, and student success programs to enhance academic support for ESL learners.
• Participate in professional development
  focused on ESL pedagogy, instructional design, and SI methodologies.
• Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and reporting
  related to ESL program development and student success.
• Support grant-funded initiatives that strengthen retention and transition
  pathways for multilingual learners.

Minimum Qualifications

• TESOL/ESL certificate,
  endorsement, or equivalent credential.
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, TESOL,
  Journalism, Communications, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience teaching, tutoring, or providing academic
  support to multilingual learners.
• Experience developing instructional or online learning materials.
• Excellent written and
  verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with college-level writing instruction and learning management systems (e.g., D2L, Canvas,
  Blackboard).
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered education and cultural responsiveness.

Preferred
Qualifications

• Master’s degree in TESOL, English, Applied Linguistics, Education, or related field.
• Experience teaching Learning Support or Developmental English courses at the community college
  level.
• Experience designing or coordinating Supplemental Instruction (SI) or similar academic support
  programs.
• Proficiency with educational technology and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles.
• Experience in instructional design or curriculum development.
• Familiarity with data-informed assessment and continuous program
  improvement.

Working Conditions and Expectations

• This position includes both classroom
  instruction and direct academic support duties.
• Some evening or weekend hours may be required to meet student needs.
• Participation in college-wide student success initiatives and professional development is expected.
• Continued employment is
  contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Salary Range: $44,377 – $55,472

Application
review will begin at least 7 days after posting.

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