DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Position Summary:

Responsible for building student satisfaction and ensuring student development through strong leadership of faculty, compliance with academic policies and procedures, establishing training processes, supervising teaching practices, and focusing on student retention. The Director of Education is responsible for ensuring curriculum is current and supported with the appropriate technology and equipment.

Responsibilities:

· Work closely with the Campus President to implement the Vision and Philosophy of the school

· Oversee curriculum in the classroom as well as in the lab, where applicable

· Responsible for ongoing instructor evaluations, implementation of instructional changes due to evaluations and addressing any concerns that arise because of student critiques

· Establish priorities and plans for faculty development such as MaxKnowledge and peer training

· Help coordinate mandatory continuing education in-services for the instructional staff

· Conduct quarterly faculty meetings for academic review to improve curriculum and instruction

· Develop Articulation Agreements with related industries, businesses and high schools

· Responsible for instructor scheduling, vacation and sick time usage, phase assignments, shift assignments and student assignments as well as monitor the classroom days

· Carries out supervisory responsibilities which include the following: planning, assigning, and directing work of subordinates; appraising their performances; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

· Actively coordinate office activities with the Campus President, specifically concerns in licensing or accreditation

· Coordinate with the Registrar on Academic policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory statutes and accreditation policies

· Coordinate with the Director of Admissions to provide academic input for enrollment strategies and plans

· Complete weekly and/or monthly reports as directed

· Perform administrative tasks such as budget and supply maintenance

· Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university and minimum two years’ experience in related field. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of ten years related experience is strongly preferred.

Physical Environment:

· Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment

· Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal

· Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone and other office equipment

· Stooping, bending twisting, and reaching may be required

· Some work may be completed in classroom or shop environment

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.