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Director Curriculum and Instruction FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Band: 7 Compensation: $ 68,891.00 ... We are seeking a Program Manager for English Language Arts (ELA) (9-12) to support school leaders ...

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How much do english language program director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for english language program director in the United States is $93,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an English Language Program Director do?

An English Language Program Director is responsible for overseeing and managing English language programs, often at educational institutions such as universities, language schools, or community organizations. Their duties include developing curriculum, hiring and supervising instructors, ensuring program quality, and managing budgets. They also assess student needs, monitor progress, and implement program improvements based on feedback and educational standards. Program Directors often serve as the main point of contact between staff, students, and administration, ensuring that the program runs smoothly and effectively meets its goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an English Language Program Director?

To thrive as an English Language Program Director, you generally need expertise in curriculum development, program management, and a background in TESOL or applied linguistics, often supported by a master's degree or higher. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), assessment tools, and accreditation processes is typically required. Leadership, cultural sensitivity, and strong organizational and communication skills help set outstanding directors apart. These skills are critical for ensuring effective program delivery, compliance with educational standards, and fostering a positive learning environment for both staff and students.

What are some typical challenges English Language Program Directors face when managing diverse student populations?

English Language Program Directors often manage students from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds, which can pose challenges in terms of curriculum adaptation, classroom management, and fostering an inclusive environment. Balancing the needs of beginner and advanced learners while ensuring consistent progress for all can also be demanding. Additionally, directors must support instructors with professional development and address any integration issues students may encounter, all while ensuring the program meets accreditation standards.

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Infographic showing various English Language Program Director job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,461 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Regional English Language Teacher

Detroit, MI • On-site

National Heritage Academies
Education Programs Administration • 5 - 10K employees
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Part-time

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Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Regent Park Scholars Charter Academy - Detroit, Michigan
 

Westfield Charter Academy - Redford, Michigan

Westfield Preparatory High School - Redford Charter Township, Michigan

The English Language (EL) teacher provides English language development instruction to children who are acquiring English as an additional language. The EL Teacher works collaboratively with other school-based instructional personnel to meet the individual needs of each English Learner (EL)/Multilingual Learner (ML) child. Required activities include planning and delivering lessons, collaborating with classroom teachers and specialists, administering formative and summative assessments to measure language progress, completing documentation required for compliance with state and federal guidelines, and attending regular Professional Development.

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partner schools seek to grow and empower our teachers by providing ample opportunities to learn together and from each other. A few of the ways we do this include Regional Professional Learning events that embed instructional growth with networking opportunities and monthly virtual EL specific professional learning sessions. Each EL Teacher meets regularly with the Dean of EL Program Services to receive coaching and development. Each school is supported by a dedicated EL Curriculum Specialist to provide targeted EL instructional coaching.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plans and delivers lessons to promote students' English language development.

  • Collaborates with classroom teachers and specialists to ensure achievement of EL/MLs across content areas through the Sheltered Instruction and the English Language Development program models.

  • Administers formative and summative assessments to monitor language progress and ensure student achievement.

  • Completes documentation required for compliance with state and federal guidelines.

  • Completes daily logs of student services.

  • Attends regular Professional Development offerings.

  • Be available for afternoon and evening parent-teacher conferences and school events.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of first and second language acquisition theory, second language learning patterns, and best practices in English language development.

  • Reflects an awareness and acceptance of cultural differences exhibited by the students and their families.

  • Possesses those characteristics necessary for acting as an advocate for multilingual families within the school.

  • Read, analyze, and interpret student academic data.

  • Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate with classroom teachers, administration, and families.

  • Additional duties as assigned.

    For MI only: Candidates for English Language (EL) Teacher positions should preferably hold a valid teaching license for the grades they will serve (K-8 or 6-12) and an English as a Second Language (NS) or a Bilingual endorsement. Minimally, candidates for this position must be on an approved pathway towards gaining licensure for the grades they serve (K-8 or 6-12) within three years and then obtain an NS or YA-YT endorsement within 2 years of certification.

    Company Information:
    National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA serves over 100 schools in nine states, with more than 65,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life. A majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test. According to the Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators. In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them. Join our team.

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