We are seeking an experienced MCA instructor and Allied Health licensed person to join our amazing McCann campus in Allentown, PA, and assist our teachers in instructing our students in these essential fields!!
We offer an extensive benefits package, including a matching 401(k), after 30 days of full-time employment as well as 2 weeks of paid time off within your first year!
The Program Director is responsible for all aspects of management and administration of their assigned program related to teaching, advising students, program development and effectiveness, clinical/extern site management, internship management, student progression, review and analysis of program data and outcomes, scheduling (student and faculty), student learning outcomes, and retention per company policies and procedures. In support of the company mission, the Program Director works with the faculty and support staff to promote continuous improvement in the quality of instruction through ongoing development, coaching, and training. The Program Director safeguards and upholds the highest standards of compliance with accrediting bodies, state regulators, institutional policies, procedures, and best practices.
Skills
Certification or higher degree in the corresponding programs (Allied Health) from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as required by specific program standard

• 4 years of direct experience in Allied Health, i.e.: Nursing, MCA, or MBC fields.
• Current, valid licensure MCA and/or MBC certifications
• Meets all state and accreditor requirements to qualify as an instructor for the corresponding program Instructor experience in the MCA, or Allied Health field.
• 1 year of management experience
• Understanding of adult learning principles evidenced by shown ability to teach/train adult learners
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse groups of employees and customers
• Ability to drive/travel to various extern/clinical/job sites
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability in administration within an education program.
• The applicant could be a certified MCA, LPN, RN, or Medical Doctor.

Preferred

• Higher level degree than the minimum programmatic requirement in the corresponding program from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Meets all state and accreditor requirements to qualify as an instructor for the corresponding program. For ALLIED HEALTH, it would be 4 years of direct field experience/employment as a medical assistant, medical biller/coder, LPN, RN, or Medical Doctor.
• Experience with curriculum writing
• 3 years of management/supervisory experience

Duties & Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a conducive learning environment for students and faculty
• Identify, hire, and train qualified faculty
• Monitor and promote the integration of the Ancora Education Learning Philosophy and Core Classroom Principles in daily instruction and student interaction
• Partner with the Director of Education to lead the faculty development efforts of the department, including orientation, ongoing training, and professional development
• Provide timely faculty mentoring, observations, coaching, and feedback
• Maintain course schedules and assign faculty workloads per company and regulatory policies
• Work in conjunction with the Executive Director and Director of Education to ensure appropriate levels of equipment, training aides, and materials that support the program curriculum and learning objectives
• Ensure ongoing compliance with the program, maintaining national and programmatic accreditation standards
• Identify, coordinate, and maintain working relationships with outside entities that provide clinical/extern experiences
• Advise students on academic performance and program progression
• Evaluate program-specific outcomes and implement improvement strategies as needed
• Maintain curriculum per company, state, and accreditor standards
• Other duties as assigned

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This job posting does not qualify to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for those who do not meet the work authorization requirements for employment in the U.S.
Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal-opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.