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Centura College - Campus Director of Education
Location: Norfolk, VA
Compensation: up to $90,000
Schedule: On-site Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm, occasional night and weekend hours based on campus needs
JOIN OUR TEAM
Join a mission-driven educational organization dedicated to academic excellence, workforce readiness, and student success. We are seeking an experienced and strategic educational leader who is passionate about faculty development, instructional quality, accreditation compliance, and improving educational outcomes within a higher education and career-focused learning environment.
This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and results-driven leader to make a meaningful impact on student achievement, faculty performance, and institutional effectiveness while helping shape the future of postsecondary and vocational education programs.
POSITION PURPOSE
We are actively seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Education & Academic Operations to lead and oversee academic programs, faculty development, curriculum compliance, and instructional quality. This role is responsible for ensuring all educational operations align with Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) standards, state education regulations, institutional policies, and higher education best practices.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic educational leader with expertise in curriculum management, faculty coaching, accreditation compliance, instructional effectiveness, workforce development, and continuous institutional improvement within higher education, postsecondary, vocational, technical, or career education environments.
As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Education & Academic Operations will collaborate closely with campus leadership, corporate academic teams, program coordinators, and faculty to promote academic excellence, student retention, accreditation readiness, operational effectiveness, and student success outcomes across all educational programs.
This role oversees instructional quality initiatives and supports faculty performance, professional development, and continuous improvement efforts throughout the campus.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Academic Leadership & Compliance
- Serve as the primary liaison between the campus and corporate education leadership teams.
- Ensure all instructional practices, faculty training, and academic operations comply with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies.
- Audit academic programs, curricula, lesson plans, syllabi, and instructional materials to ensure instructors are utilizing the most current approved resources.
- Support institutional readiness for accreditation reviews, audits, and regulatory reporting.
Faculty Development & Instructional Excellence
- Lead faculty onboarding and instructor training in accordance with ACCSC and institutional standards.
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to instructors.
- Facilitate ongoing professional development and instructional improvement initiatives for faculty and educational staff.
- Serve as a substitute instructor when operationally necessary.
Performance Management & Reporting
- Create, maintain, and monitor Faculty Personnel Reports (FPRs) for all instructors.
- Conduct and document instructor performance audits and evaluations at least semi-annually.
- Track educational outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Program Coordination & Institutional Improvement
- Chair Program Coordinator meetings and ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of meeting minutes.
- Assist in organizing and facilitating Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings.
- Ensure PAC meeting documentation is properly maintained and distributed to corporate academic leadership and regional leadership teams.
- Collaborate with campus leadership to support student achievement, retention, and instructional quality initiatives.
.Qualifications
- Associates Degree required, Bachelors Degree Preferred
- Experience in private postsecondary education preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CampusNexus experience a plus.
Join Our Team If you are committed to academic quality, faculty development, and student success, we encourage you to apply and help support the future of our educational programs.
What We Offer
The salary for this position ranges up to $90,000 per year, based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- 401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy from day one of employment.
- Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.
- Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.
- Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.
- Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education.
We are committed to providing a rewarding compensation package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being
Cotulla Education is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.
