Director of International Education leads and directs all aspects of the institution's international programs. Oversees programs, activities, faculty affairs, and academic support services. Being a Director of International Education develops and implements strategies to attract and retain students and faculty. Oversees the operations of the study abroad and foreign exchange programs, the international admissions process, and English language programs. Additionally, Director of International Education ensures that the curriculum remains current and is in compliance with accreditation standards. Monitors the documentation and visa application processes. Oversees the departmental budget and management of expenditures throughout the year. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Director of International Education typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Director of International Education typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Duties & Responsibilities
Establish and maintain a conducive learning environment for students and faculty
Identify, hire, and train qualified faculty
Monitor and promote the integration of the Ancora Education Learning Philosophy and Core Classroom Principles in daily instruction and student interaction
Partner with the Director of Education to lead the faculty development efforts of the department, including orientation, ongoing training, and professional development
Provide timely faculty mentoring, observations, coaching, and feedback
Maintain course schedules and assign faculty workloads per company and regulatory policies
Work in conjunction with the Executive Director and Director of Education to ensure appropriate levels of equipment, training aides, and materials that support the program curriculum and learning objectives
Ensure ongoing compliance with the program, maintaining national and programmatic accreditation standards
Identify, coordinate, and maintain working relationships with outside entities that provide clinical/extern experiences
Advise students on academic performance and program progression
Evaluate program-specific outcomes and implement improvement strategies as needed
Maintain curriculum per company, state, and accreditor standards
Other duties as assigned
Skills
Certification or higher degree in the corresponding program from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as required by specific program standards.
Current, valid licensure where appropriate
Meets all state and accreditor requirements to qualify as an instructor for the corresponding program
1 year of management experience
Understanding of adult learning principles evidenced by shown ability to teach/train adult learners
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with demonstrated success in collaborating with diverse groups of employees and customers
Ability to drive/travel to various extern/clinical/job sites
Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability in administration within an education program
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education
PREFERRED:
A higher level degree than the minimum programmatic requirement in the corresponding program from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
Experience with curriculum writing
3 years of management experience
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. This job posting does not qualify to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for those who do not meet the work authorization requirements for employment in the U.S.
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