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Ancora Education · 14 hours ago

Program Director - CDL Dallas Fort Worth TX

Irving, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$60K/yr - $65K/yr

5+ years exp

Ancora Education is seeking a CDL Program Director to provide leadership for their CDL Program. This role involves curriculum development, faculty performance oversight, and direct engagement with students to enhance their educational experience and success.

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Responsibilities

Provides Services to Students

Supplements Driver Trainer advising for students receiving failing assessments

Provides academic advising/counseling as needed to students. Provides referrals to outside resources when counseling needs go beyond the scope of the school. Provides or arranges for student tutoring when needed

Leads student retention initiatives for students in the program who experience barriers to success

Maintains regular contact with all students within the program area and responds to their questions and/or concerns in a timely manner. Posts office hours for students

Refers students to appropriate staff for non-academic problem resolution

Contacts students who miss days from class or whose absence during the week results in more than four absences during the course

Maintains records of interactions and correspondence with students (i.e. phone calls, emails, mail)

Monitors contact, and results of contact, from Driver Trainers to students in assigned program area(s). Makes calls weekly to students who (a) were not called or could not be reached; (b) did not return as promised; or (c) did not offer plans to return by a specific date. Offers appropriate academic advice and demonstrates genuine interest in students

Identifies students needing tutoring

Oversees Status of Quality of Curriculum, Instructional Materials, Equipment, and Facilities

Serves as a subject matter expert regarding academic curriculum for program area

Actively participates in the curriculum development/revision process led by the Home Office Executive team

Provides leadership in the implementation of new and revised curriculum

Provides input into creating the master schedule regarding course sequencing, offerings, room assignments, and Driver Trainer teaching assignments

Oversees Faculty Performance and Development

Assists the Company/Regional Program Director in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of faculty for program of study

Orients, monitors, supervises, mentors, and assists new Driver Trainers

Ensures that all program area Driver Trainers adhere to required administrative and classroom delivery duties and requirements as outlined in the job description for CDL Driver Driver Trainer

Ensures completeness of faculty files and documentation of official transcripts, professional development, observations, and performance reviews

Provides leadership and supports all Driver Trainers and supervises their instructional and program needs

Observes classes within the program area and coaches Driver Trainers to continually improve instructional presentation and classroom management skills

Conducts performance appraisals of department faculty members, including areas of strength and recommendations for improvement and future skillset development

Conducts regular weekly day and evening faculty meetings. Meeting topics may include improvement of course offerings, methods of instructional delivery, selection of texts, and such other purposes which serve to improve the quality of the instructional program. Documents all meetings

Provides departmental product knowledge training to Account management and Career Services personnel as requested

Provides information to all departments as trends and changes in program specialty areas occur

Assists account management personnel with student recruitment as requested

Promotes faculty participation and provides leadership in the professional development activities of program faculty members and the documentation of those activities

Participates actively in a minimum of one professional organization within the community

Attends faculty meetings and in-service programs. Maintains a record of professional development activities

Maintains current personal knowledge of federal and state institutional regulations, and accreditation standards related to program area

Participates in preparation of government and accreditation reports and ensures their timely submission and accuracy

Assists the Area Manager/Regional Program Director in evaluating data collected from student questionnaires and conducts faculty conferences when necessary to discuss the results and provides recommendations for improvement

Maintains regular office hours each week to ensure consistency between day and evening policies, procedures and instruction

Collaborates with peers and associates to ensure coordination of interdepartmental activities

Intervenes in and works to resolve any personnel issues that arise among program area Driver Trainers

Assists the Area Manager/Regional Program Director in planning program budgetary needs if and when applicable

Performs all duties of a full-time Driver Trainer

Leads and Develops Others

Provides clearly defined roles and objectives for driver trainers, monitors performance, provides feedback, and meets regularly to discuss priorities

Resolves individual and group performance opportunities in a timely manner to motivate and foster teamwork

Identifies opportunities to involve others in new and challenging work assignments that advance the skills and capabilities of individuals and the organization

Qualification

CDL LicenseAcademic instruction experienceManagement experienceCurriculum developmentFaculty development knowledgeGoogle Suite proficiencyInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsPresentation skillsProblem solving skills

Required

High school diploma or GED

CDL License

3 years of experience in academic instruction in a post-secondary environment

5 years of industry experience in the field of instruction - CDL Driving

2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role

Ability to qualify as a CDL Driver/Driver Trainer

Knowledge regarding faculty development, including requirements, delivery methods, and reporting

Motivation, dedication, professionalism, integrity, and enthusiasm for teaching

Ability to show sensitivity to the needs and requirements of adult learners

Ability and desire to embrace the school's mission

Ability to inspire students to the highest level of achievement in preparation for meeting employer expectations

Knowledge of industry standards and requirements within the field of instruction

Knowledge of and ability to facilitate learning on course content within the field of instruction

Excellent organizational skills

Knowledge of the Google Suite and database programs (CampusNexus preferred)

Ability to develop and use collaborative relationships for the purpose of accomplishing work objectives; developing relationships with other individuals by listening, sharing ideas, and appreciating others' efforts

Appropriate verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal relationship skills necessary for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers

Excellent creative and problem solving skills in dealing with students, alumni, employers, faculty, and staff

Ability to meet and/or exceed defined goals

Excellent presentation skills and ability to present ideas effectively to individuals or groups in a formal setting

Management skills in planning, organizing, controlling and evaluating programs and policies in a dynamic and changing environment

Knowledge of the federal Department of Education, state, local and accreditation standards

Preferred

Associate's Degree or higher, documented specialized competency within the field of instruction, or equivalent work experience in the field of instruction

5 years of experience in academic instruction in a post-secondary environment

10 years of experience in the field of instruction

Working knowledge of federal/state government education regulations

3 years of experience in a management or supervisory role

Previous experience as an academic program director

Experience in student guidance, or related fields

Working knowledge of federal/state government education regulations