Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator

LANGUAGE CURRICULUM & ASSESSMENT COORDINATOR – JOB DESCRIPTION [FEB 2025]

(Full-time 12-month fixed-term contract; local or remote)

Overview of role 

ILSC Education Group is one the largest and fastest-growing language schools, known for the quality, rigour and variety of programs that are tailored to best meet international student needs and interests. ILSC Programs include General English, English for Academic Purposes, IELTS Preparation, Cambridge Preparation, and a variety of engaging Elective classes.

The Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator plays a crucial role in the ILSC Global Language Curriculum Team, reporting to the Global Language Curriculum Director and working closely with and being guided by the Senior Language Learning Designer to enhance ILSC’s academic curriculum and assessment suite. The role actively assists with the development and maintenance of our broad curriculum and assessment products and services, all geared towards contributing to the academic success of our students by supporting ILSC teachers in their implementation of curriculum and assessment and their use of teaching and assessment tools and resources. The Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator is a key role within the Global Language Curriculum team and communicates successfully with Academic Managers globally, supporting curriculum and assessment needs and student goals and learning outcomes by ensuring authentic and inclusive curriculum development; validity, reliability and fairness of assessment processes; and promotion of academic integrity at all times. The Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator works collaboratively and constructively within the teaching and broader teams, completing all administrative and reporting tasks as required, and adhering to relevant ILSC Policies and Procedures.

The Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator will represent ILSC’s core values internally and externally, upholding a collaborative and supportive staffroom ethos, and participating actively in sector Communities of Practice and Special Interest Groups.

The Language Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following tasks:

·         Working collaboratively with the Global Language Curriculum Team, Academic Managers and Teachers on the constructive alignment of learning outcomes, curriculum, and assessment

·         Providing input on curriculum and assessment projects within the Global Language Curriculum Team

·         Advising on quality assessment practices and current trends and innovations

·         Developing teacher reference resources and assessment training materials in various formats

·         Advising and guiding Academic Managers on assessment tools and assessment implementation

·         Creating guidelines for teachers on appropriate curriculum and assessment task adaptation

·         Tracking and analysing assessment data and consulting with Academic Managers on student progression

·         Diagnosing and advising on current assessment gaps and requirements/improvements

·         Working alongside Academic Managers to ensure assessment standardisation best practices are implemented in the classroom

·         Running curriculum & assessment PD sessions, training, and moderation as required

·         Actively participating in and contributing to industry curriculum & assessment webinars and SIGs

Key Selection Criteria

Education and Experience

·         Recognised Bachelor degree (or equivalent)

·         Relevant and recognised TESOL qualification

·         Excellent understanding of TESOL methodology, programs, and assessment practices

·         Experience with formative and summative assessment design, implementation and review

·         Experience with online learning management systems and multimodal delivery

·         Experience working with AI tools

·         Demonstrated focus on continuous professional development

Skills and Attributes

·         Passionate about English language teaching and international education

·         Genuinely concerned for the academic progress and personal growth of students

·         Excellent people skills and ability to engage staff across all teams

·         Sophisticated intercultural awareness and communication skills

·         Strong verbal and written communication skills

·         Effective time management skills to meet project deadlines

·         Ability to deal with unexpected issues and changing needs

·         Ability to problem-solve under pressure or escalate as required

·         Excellent team collaboration skills

·         Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team

·         Excellent organisational and administrative skills

·         Excellent digital and AI literacy and skills

·         Strong interest in evolving trends and innovative approaches in curriculum and assessment technologies

·         Preparedness to work and experiment with cutting-edge technology

·         Excellent work ethic

·         Ability to work collaboratively within a remote, global team

·         Professional appearance and demeanour

·         Ability to represent ILSC professionally in external contexts

About ILSC EDUCATION GROUP 

A world leader in language education & vocational training, ILSC Education Group, which opened its first language school in Vancouver, Canada in 1991 and Greystone College in 2002, offers life-changing educational experiences in Canada, Australia, and India, some of the world’s most attractive and popular English-speaking work and study destinations. 

In early 2022, ILSC Education Group joined forces with ELS Education Services, bringing together over 100 years of combined experience delivering life-changing learning experiences to international students. Since 1961, when ELS Educational Services opened its first school in Washington DC, ELS has developed a global reputation for delivering top-quality English language programs. ELS now has the most extensive network of on-campus English language programs and University partners, across the USA.   

  

Our mission is to provide our global community with transformative learning, living and work experiences by offering the finest language, career and higher education programs. 

Our Core Values 

• PASSION To enrich & transform people’s lives 
• INNOVATION To evolve through creativity & diversity 
• RESPECT To treat everyone with compassion & dignity 
• COLLABORATION To build community & achieve more together 
• INTEGRITY To act responsibly & ethically in everything we do 

In accordance with ILSC’s Accessibility policy, ILSC is committed to providing a barrier-free environment. Accommodations are available on request.