Also called: Language School Director, ESL Program Director
Runs a college or private program that teaches English to international students.
An IEP director hires English teachers, recruits students from around the world, sets the curriculum, and helps graduates move into degree programs.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Master's degree, about 8 years after high school. Master's in TESOL or applied linguistics plus teaching experience.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $60k – $150k.
Majors to look at: TESOL, Applied Linguistics.
Growing slowly. Depends on international student enrollment.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI translation and English apps cut demand for intensive English programs, which are already shrinking.
Classes: A world language, AP English Language, Business.
Official data: O*NET occupation 11-9033.
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