Director of Education bei Smith Chason College | WCUI School of Medical Imaging | Smith Chason School of Nursing

Description

JOB TITLE: Director of Education

STATUS: Exempt/Salaried

TYPE: On-Campus

REPORTS TO: Campus Director

Purpose:

The Director of Education (DOE) is a strategic leader in assisting the College achieve its vision and mission of student success through various academic channels. The DOE leads, manages, and advises faculty members and Program Directors at their assigned campus, and is responsible for all educational goals and student outcomes. The Director of Education is accountable for the development of a strong team of competent and talented faculty whose primary focus is to produce the best possible graduates. The DOE is essential in leading faculty members in the daily activities of

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Academic Leadership

• Serve as the academic leader for the campus, aligning instructional delivery, student success initiatives, and faculty support with institutional goals.
• Lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of academic programs through data-driven decision-making and regular outcome assessments.
• Collaborate with the Campus Director and the corporate leadership team on strategic planning, program development, and institutional effectiveness efforts.

Student Success & Equity-Centered Practices

• Champion equitable student outcomes through the creation and implementation of policies and practices that promote access, persistence, and completion.
• Monitor and analyze student performance and retention data, leading timely interventions for at-risk students in collaboration with faculty and student services.
• Serve as an advocate for students, maintaining visibility and approachability while fostering a learning environment that is inclusive, safe, and growth-oriented.

Faculty Development & Academic Quality

• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate high-performing faculty committed to student-centered learning and professional excellence.
• Oversee onboarding, orientation, and comprehensive development plans to support teaching effectiveness and curricular innovation.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and performance evaluations focusing on reflection, continuous improvement, and instructional excellence.

Curriculum & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure curriculum integrity, consistency, and alignment with industry standards, accreditation requirements, and programmatic learning outcomes.
• Partner with Program Directors and other campus DOEs to standardize curriculum across campuses and safeguard intellectual property.
• Maintain full compliance with regulatory bodies, including ACCSC, BPPE, HIPAA, FERPA, and OSHA, with a proactive approach to internal audits and documentation.

Operational & Collaborative Leadership

• Work collaboratively with the Registrar, Career Services, and Student Affairs to support seamless student transitions from enrollment to graduation.
• Coordinate academic scheduling and faculty assignments in alignment with enrollment trends, instructional needs, and fiscal sustainability.
• Facilitate regular faculty meetings, lead student advisory groups, and actively implement feedback from all academic stakeholders.
• Resolve student and faculty concerns in accordance with the College’s grievance procedures, prioritizing fairness, discretion, and integrity.

Institutional Engagement & Advancement

• Contribute to institutional accreditation, assessment planning, and the development of new programs that respond to workforce needs and student interests.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with clinical partners, employers, and academic peers to enhance program relevance and student employability.
• Serve as a key campus leader and represent the academic division in local and system-wide initiatives.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Required: Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred), with academic credentials aligned to health sciences, education, or a related field.
• Preferred: Experience in academic affairs at the Dean, Associate Dean, or Director level within private postsecondary education.
• Demonstrated leadership in academic policy, accreditation standards, faculty governance, and programmatic assessment.
• Deep knowledge of student development theory, equity-minded practices, and strategies to address systemic barriers to student success.
• Highly skilled in personnel management, cross-functional collaboration, and effective team building.
• Strong technological acumen and experience with instructional technologies, LMS platforms, and digital assessment tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences and influence institutional change.
• A consistent demonstration of professional integrity, empathy, and a student-first leadership philosophy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, adaptive environment with a commitment to continuous improvement and measurable outcomes