Call for 2015 TESOL Annual Convention Program Chair

Would you like to be considered to serve as convention program chair for the 2015 TESOL International Convention & English Language Expo in Toronto, Ontario, Canada?

Responsibilities of the Convention Program Chair

• Studies needs-assessment tools and trends in English language teaching and learning to evaluate and shape the convention’s academic program and ensure its relevance.

• Develops the convention theme and generates a coherent academic program by ensuring that diverse, relevant subject matter is represented.

• Interacts with the TESOL president, board of directors, membership entities (i.e., Interest Sections and Affiliates), Convention Committee, and related local site committees on issues related to the academic program, as well as with the director of conference services and TESOL staff who are responsible for annual convention operations and logistics.

• Attends a maximum of five meetings per calendar year, which may include up to three planning meetings, TESOL’s annual convention, and other meetings as needed. Meetings are usually held in January, March, June, August, and September. Whenever possible, meetings are held via Skype or conference call instead of in person.

• Serves ex officio on the TESOL Board of Directors from March 2014 to March 2015.

How to Apply

• Read the entire call for  CPC for TESOL 2015
• Submit all required materials to conventions@tesol.org by 15 December 2012