Combination Welding Program Director

We offer a full benefits package, including 401k, after 30 days of full time employment and 2 weeks of paid time off within your first year!!

The Combination Welding Program Director is an excellent opportunity to use your experience in the welding and skilled trades fields to train our instructors and teach our students seeking education and certifications. You must be a certified or licensed Welder and experienced (see below requirements)
The Program Director is responsible for all aspects of management and administration of their assigned program related to teaching, advising students, program development and effectiveness, clinical/extern site management, internship management, student progression, review and analysis of program data and outcomes, scheduling (student and faculty), student learning outcomes, and retention in accordance with company policies and procedures. In support of the company mission, the Program Director works with the faculty and support staff to promote continuous improvement in the quality of instruction through ongoing development, coaching, and training. The Program Director safeguards and upholds the highest standards of compliance with accrediting bodies, state regulators, institutional policies, procedures, and best practices.

Skills and Education Required

• High school diploma, GED, and/or proof of completion of related vocational training 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

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PREFERRED:

• 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

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, on-going training, and professional development
• Provide timely faculty mentoring, observations, coaching, and feedback
• Maintain course schedules and assign faculty workloads in accordance with company and regulatory policies
• Work in conjunction with 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 on-going compliance of 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 in accordance with company, state, and accreditor standards
• Other duties as assigned

Ancora Education is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $59,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Combination Welding: 5 years (Required)
• Management/Supervisory: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Welding Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $59,900