ESOL Morning Manager

VACANCY NOTICE

2025 - 2026 School Year

March 27, 2026

Shoreline Adult Education
ESOL Manager (Mornings)

Title: ESOL Morning Manager
Work Year: 10-month, Part Time
Department: Shoreline Adult Education (SAE)

Reports to: Director of Adult Education
Location: Branford High School & Joel Elementary School (Clinton)
Hourly Rate: $47.00

Position Overview: This role is an integral part of the SAE Management Team, responsible for the oversight of all morning ESOL classes and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership & Strategy
  Coordinate morning ESOL programming, including the development of semester schedules and the selection of instructional materials and digital resources.
• Grant Management & Compliance
  Lead the annual writing of the federal PEP Family Literacy grant. Monitor program implementation to ensure all state and federal grant requirements are met through mid-year and year-end reporting.
• Staff Supervision & Development
  Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and orientation of part-time morning teachers, aides and volunteers. Conduct observations and evaluations to support professional growth and facilitate quarterly staff meetings and professional development.
• Curriculum & Instructional Excellence
  Ensure all coursework aligns with Connecticut State Department of Education (SDE) requirements, including College and Career Readiness and English Language Proficiency Standards.
• Data Oversight & Assessment
  In collaboration with the Program Facilitator and ESOL Program Assistant, oversee student data collection (registration, attendance, assessment and outcomes) within the LACES database. Use knowledge of the CASAS Assessment System to inform classroom instruction and professional development.

Education & Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of ESOL teaching experience
• Valid CT Teaching Certification with Endorsement #088 (English to Non-English Speaking Adults) or #111 (TESOL)
• Proficient in Google Workspace Applications, including Google Classroom
• Proven ability to work with diverse populations and individuals with limited English proficiency

Work Schedule:

• Approximately 12-15 hours per week
• Monday and Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in Branford
• Tuesday (or Thursday - TBD): 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM in Branford
• 1-2 Saturday (November – March): 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM at Joel Elementary in Clinton
• Occasional evening for staff meetings and professional development

Physical and Cognitive Demands:

Work in this classification is performed in classroom and school environments with adult learners. The position requires the ability to manage multiple tasks, supervise staff, and communicate effectively with students, staff, and community members. Regular use of computers and instructional technology is required.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty performed in this position. Additional duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Contact: Christine Bjork, cbjork@branfordschools.org, (203) 488-5693

Start Date: August 10, 2026
Orientation: May 2026

Open Until Filled

Interested candidates must complete the application online at

(Internal candidates should provide all the required information.)

Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply