Southern Careers Institute (SCI) is seeking a Director of Education to join our growing Pharr Campus in the Rio Grande Valley region of South Texas! Join us in the opportunity to be part of a life changing career.
WHY MOVE TO TEXAS?
- The economy is booming- no state income tax!
- Lively sports culture.
- Home affordability.
- Plenty of safe cities and suburbs to call home.
- Top-notch educational opportunities.
- Food and drink options second to none.
- Diversity and culture.
- Competitive compensation and bonus package.
WHO WE ARE :
SCI is a vocational education institution providing job training and employment services for Texans. Accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and approved by the Texas Workforce Commission Career Schools and Colleges, SCI offers job training programs in business, cosmetology, medical, pharmacy, technology and trades within eight (8) campuses located throughout Texas as well as online virtual courses.
WORKING AT SCI :
As the Director of Education, you will be responsible for the general administration of the institution's Education Department, Program Managers, support staff and faculty.
You will manager mentors and support all education staff and faculty at the assigned campus. In addition, you will assist the Campus Director in assuring compliance with all campus policies and regulatory agency requirements.
Your duties include, but are not limited to :
- Manage and supervise the Education Department staff and faculty;
- Spearhead the institution's student retention objectives and efforts;
- Assist the Program Managers with hiring effective faculty;
- Train and motivate Program Managers and faculty;
- Assist with maintenance of all records required by regulatory agencies;
- Evaluate requests for transfer of credit from other institutions;
- Monitor overall student academic progress;
- Assist instructors and Program Managers with student problem solving;
- Provide the School Director with required reports.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Program Chair / Director / Manager or similar academic position required. Director of Education or Academic Dean experience in for profit education preferred;
- 5+ years of experience in teaching and administration;
- Bachelor Degree required;
- A passion for helping students succeed;
- Previous supervisory experience and knowledge;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Ability to ensure established policy and procedures are followed uniformly.
- Relocation to Pharr, Tx area
Benefits
- Training & Development
- Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
- Continuous Growth Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
- Basic Life & Accident Insurance
- Short & Long-term Disability
- 401K Retirement Plan
- SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer.