What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager/Designated School Official (DSO)- Plymouth Location position at ASC English School?
Founded in 1993, ASC English has been a leader in English language education for international students and professionals in the Boston area. Our mission is to provide high-quality, student-focused ESL programs that prepare learners for academic and career success. ASC is now expanding to the Quincy College Plymouth campus, bringing our long-standing excellence to the South Shore.
Scope and Function
ASC English is seeking a Program Manager/Designated School Official (DSO) to lead academic operations and student services at our new Plymouth site. This role combines academic program management, teaching, and SEVIS (school immigration system) compliance. The schedule includes evening-hours (5:15 PM-9:45 PM) Monday through Thursday) and twice-monthly Friday managerial meetings during the daytime.
Initially, this position includes teaching during Evening classroom hours and handling administrative and management duties before and after Evening class sessions. Teaching is expected to continue until enough teachers have been onboarded. The role will then revert to primarily program management and administration.
Until the Program Manager is nominated by ASC and approved by SEVP as a DSO, all F-1 regulatory responsibilities will remain with ASC English’s currently approved PDSO and DSOs.
The Program Manager/DSO ensures high-quality instruction, effective teacher support, and excellent service to F-1 international students.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage adult ESL academic programs and support instructors.
- Teach assigned ESL classes and oversee curriculum implementation.
- Coordinate class scheduling, teacher assignments, and substitute coverage.
- Serve as Designated School Official (DSO)—issue I-20s, manage Student Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS) compliance, and advise F-1 students.
- Support student enrollment, placement testing, and orientation.
- Maintain records, attendance, and immigration documentation in compliance with SEVP standards.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree (required).
- TEFL/TESOL certification (required).
- 3–5 years of experience in ESL or higher-education administration.
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (required for SEVIS access).
- Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
- Experience with CEA accreditation and DSO duties strongly preferred.
Pay: $33.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33 - $38