Dental Assistant Program Director: Lead Education

CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC seeks a Program Director to lead the Dental Assistant Program at the Houston Northwest Campus. The role includes overseeing curriculum, supervising faculty, advancing student success, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has a background in dental assisting and education, with strong leadership and communication skills to drive program excellence across multiple campus locations.

Qualifications

• Certified or Registered Dental Assistant (CDA or RDA) or licensed dentist.
• Prior teaching or program administration experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of curriculum development and student assessment best practices.
• Must meet ABHES Chapter VIII and TWC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, and evaluate instructional staff.
• Oversee curriculum development and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and accrediting body requirements.
• Monitor student performance, retention, and satisfaction.
• Coordinate externship and lab activities across campus locations.
• Support student advising and academic success in collaboration with the student success team.
• Conduct regular faculty meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain accurate program and student records.
• Collaborate with leadership on program planning, evaluation, and improvement.
• Represent the program in community and professional settings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Curriculum development

Student success initiatives

Regulatory compliance

Education

CDA or RDA license

Licensed dentist

Job description

CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC seeks a Program Director to lead the Dental Assistant Program at the Houston Northwest Campus. The role includes overseeing curriculum, supervising faculty, advancing student success, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has a background in dental assisting and education, with strong leadership and communication skills to drive program excellence across multiple campus locations.