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Midwest Technical Institute · 20 hours ago

Dental Hygiene Program Director

Moline, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$110K/yr - $125K/yr

4+ years exp

Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) is dedicated to providing students with opportunities for learning and personal growth in a variety of careers and trades. The Program Director is responsible for the overall operation, supervision, evaluation, and revision of the Dental Hygiene program, ensuring excellence in instruction, faculty development, and student success while maintaining compliance with accreditation standards.

Higher Education

Hiring Manager

Reba Porter, RACR

Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Faculty Oversight

Ensure the program operates in full compliance with the Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) standards, policies, and procedures

Serve as the primary liaison with CODA, preparing annual reports, self-studies, and leading accreditation site visits

Maintain program records, accreditation documentation, and reports required by CODA and MTI/DTC

Ensure program policies support patient and student safety, ethical practice, and compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and state board regulations

Monitor and report on student retention rates, certification/licensure pass rates, and job placement rates to ensure a minimum benchmark of 70% is met in each category with a goal of 80%

Review student academic progress at the end of each grading term to determine graduation eligibility

Develop and manage the program budget, including instructional supplies, clinic equipment, and capital requests

Assist with catalog review to ensure program information is accurate and compliant

Foster relationships with local dental professionals and community stakeholders to support program growth

Qualification

Dental Hygiene LicenseMaster’s DegreeCurriculum DevelopmentAccreditation ComplianceFaculty SupervisionStudent CounselingMicrosoft OfficeProgram EvaluationStudent Information SystemLearning Management SystemRespectDedicationExcellencePrideLeadershipPositive AttitudeInitiative