Academic Manager

Job Type

Full-time

Description

We have an exciting new job opportunity for you at the Cincinnati Job Corps Center! We are currently seeking energetic, talented applicants! At Insights Training Group LLC, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. Come join our amazing team!

We offer a competitive salary and a full comprehensive benefit package to full-time employees:

• Medical – 3 Tier Options - Health Savings Account – Live Health Online
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D – 1 x annual Earnings
• Employer Paid Short-term Disability
• Employer Paid Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K - Safe Harbor match of 100% up to 3% of pay and then 50% on the next 2% of pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Bereavement Leave
• Sick Time
• Vacation Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
  
  

Academic Manager Job Summary: Directs staff engaged in providing academic training for all students and ensures departmental programs and standards meet all DOL, PRH, Center and Corporate requirements.

Academic Manager Job Duties

• Ensures approved curriculum is being taught in all academic classrooms.
• Trains, assigns, manages, and evaluates academic program staff.
• Ensures the attendance and accountability of students’ assigned to academic instruction.
• Conducts and documents classroom observations.
• Develops and implements programs to promote attainment of grade level literacy/numeracy gains, GED/HSD credential, and Driver’s Licenses for students to assure attainment of OMS goals.
• Prepares and controls budget in cooperation with the Administration Manager.
• Ensures an adequate supply of materials is on hand to support programs.
• Ensures proper records on students’ progress, attendance, etc., are kept by instructors.
• Evaluates performance data on student progress and makes data-based decisions to promote higher levels of student achievement.
• Acquaints staff with their functional working relationships and ensures staff carries them out.
• Helps instructors solve problems with classroom management and student behavior.
• Promotes compliance with Center’s Standards of Conduct System to recognize and document student behavior in collaboration with the Student Personnel Officer and individual counselors.
• Recommends the hiring and retention of certified instructors.
• Participates in scheduling and recommends adjustments to class size aligned with DOL and company requirements.
• Ensures adequate coverage during instructional staff absences through utilization of substitute(s) or conducting class.
• Assists in the development and administration of the CDSS plan.
• Ensures instructional staff assists students in developing and updating short- and long-term goals through the use of the Student MyPACE Career Plan.
• Complies with all DOL guidelines, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.
• Models, mentors, and monitors appropriate career success standards.
• Participates in evaluations of student progress.
• Conducts and documents regular staff meetings with instructors.
• Conducts and documents quality assurance audits and self-evaluations to ensure program quality and integrity.
• Works with the Center Director, CDSS Director, and CTT Supervisors to establish well balanced classes in all training areas including CPP, CTT, Academics, CTR, WBL, community service and student leadership positions.
• Adheres to required property control policies and procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the individual’s scope and capabilities.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Above average public speaking skills and experience in same; above average verbal and written skills; above average problem solving and conflict resolution skills; computer literacy; specifically, internet, e-mail, Microsoft Office Suite and G Suite; ability to work some evening hours and periodic weekends; and ability to travel periodically.

Experience: Minimum three years teaching with one-year supervisor experience preferred.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in education from a four-year college or university required. Master’s degree in education preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid State Driver’s License, State Teacher/Supervisory Certification required.

We offer equal employment opportunities to all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy and related medical conditions, physical or mental disability, or past, present, or future service in the Uniformed Services of the U.S., or any other legally protected status.