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Program Coordinator

Division/Program: Language and Culture Resources,
The Alliance for the Advancement of Heritage Languages

Hours per week: 8.75 hours per week (.25 FTE)

Salary: $45,500 (prorated to $11,375 annually)

Position Available: Immediately

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

Serve as a member of the Alliance Leadership Team and CAL staff working with the Alliance to:

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Build the collection of profiles of heritage language programs (identify programs, communicate with program contacts, solicit profiles, complete profiles, and ensure that profiles are posted on the Web site).
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Develop spotlights of languages and programs for the Alliance Web site
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Develop and publish the bimonthly Alliance News Flash
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Develop other sections of the Web site (e.g., SNS, language policy, etc.)
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Develop and work with partner organizations and language leaders in the field.
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Assist with planning and participate in Alliance Leadership Team and CAL staff planning meetings.
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Assist in developing publications and presentations about heritage language education in the United States.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Masters degree in a language related field preferred.

Experience: Five years experience working on language and policy issues. Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Word and Excel) and ability to learn new technologies (GoldMine, DreamWeaver, etc.)

CAL offers a comfortable work environment with competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. We are conveniently located two blocks from the Tenleytown/AU Metro Station on the Red Line.

The Center for Applied Linguistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment based upon race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, handicap, or any other reason not related to employment.

In accordance with INS regulations, all successful applicants will be required to show proof of their legal right to accept employment in the United States.

IF INTERESTED, SEND RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO:

CENTER FOR APPLIED LINGUISTICS
4646 40th Street NW
Washington, D.C. 20016-1859
ATTN: Phyllis Tate, Recruitment 08-21

Or respond by e-mail to: jobs@cal.org, Attn: 08-21

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