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Concorde Career Colleges · 2 days ago

Program Director Dental Assistant

Fort Myers, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

3+ years exp

Concorde Career Colleges is an educational institution focused on providing quality training in various fields. They are seeking a Program Director for the Dental Assistant program to lead academic excellence, ensure accreditation compliance, and foster student success through effective operational leadership and faculty mentorship.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Ensure integrity, accuracy and efficiency of academic activities including classroom, dental lab and externship

Oversee monitoring of and ensure appropriate responses for at risk students including those in online or blended classes

Advise students regarding academic progress in the department from enrollment to graduation

Assist with student orientations

Responsible for recruiting, orienting and supervising faculty members for the department

Ensure appropriate, documented, and timely faculty development

Supervise and ensure timely and accurate student scheduling and registration

Supervise externship and ensure all students receive appropriate and sufficient experience

Ensure externship capacity of 125% of need at all times

Conduct all instructor observations as per policy and requirements

Ensure appropriate facilitation and maximum participation in both end-of-course student evaluations and biennial Student Satisfaction Surveys

Review student records for satisfactory academic progress

Assist with ongoing review and development of curricula

Complete and submit assigned reports and attend campus meetings as required

Assist with catalog review and ensure department is in compliance with school catalog and internal policies at all times

Complete and submit assigned reports and conduct and document regular department meetings

Participate in school and/or Academic Affairs meetings as required

Serve as a substitute instructor in the classroom or lab as required

Organize and participate in advisory committee meetings

Ensure dental equipment is in proper working order and lab is sufficiently stocked with consumables at all times

Coordinate with the Graduate Services Director with regard to externship placement of students, job openings, potential candidates, and/or any placement updates

Other duties as assigned by the Campus Director or Academic Dean

Qualification

Expanded Function Dental Assistant CertificationCurriculum DesignProgram AdministrationPractical Work ExperienceInstructionCounselingManagement SkillsTeam DevelopmentCommunication SkillsEmotional IntelligenceProblem-Solving Skills

Required

HS Diploma (or GED) and certificate of completion from an accredited postsecondary institution in relevant subject area

Minimum three (3) years of practical work experience in dental assisting

Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction

Must have Expanded Function Dental Assistant Certifications with Florida Radiology. If they have taken the DANB or have CDA that is the equivalent to being an Expanded Function Dental Assistant

Proficient in curriculum design, program administration, evaluation, instruction, and counseling

Proficient in assessing instructors' competence and effectiveness

Independently manage complex tasks and projects

Coach and mentor junior team members

Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions

Present ideas in a compelling and structured format to diverse audiences

Demonstrate refined listening skills and emotional intelligence

Facilitate training sessions and cross-functional meetings

Drive consistent results in a fast-paced environment

Leverage enterprise-level tools and systems to streamline processes

Create new and better ways for the organization to succeed

Develop people to achieve their goals and support organizational success

Navigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with ease

Operate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguity

Work independently, escalating complex or high-impact issues

Drive innovation to improve organizational success

Develop others to achieve individual and organizational goals

Navigate complex organizational dynamics with confidence

Perform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguity

Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously

Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position

Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders

Preferred

Associate's degree in dental assisting

Benefits

Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses

Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible)

Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days

Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby

Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents

Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA

Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Company

Concorde Career Colleges

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At 17 campuses nationwide, Concorde prepares committed students for successful employment in a rewarding health care profession through high-caliber training, real-world experience and student-centered support.

Founded in 1983

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

1001-5000 employees