Dental Program Director: Lead Curriculum and Compliance

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. seeks a Program Director for the Dental Assistant program in Houston, TX. The role leads academics, accreditation, and clinical training while mentoring faculty and building community partnerships.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, curriculum innovation, budgeting, and ensuring high student outcomes through engaged instruction and compliant operations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED plus relevant postsecondary certificate is required.
• Associate degree in dental assisting preferred.
• Minimum three years of practical work in dental assisting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and long-term strategic planning for the Dental Assisting program.
• Promote compliance with accrediting bodies and prepare reports and self-studies.
• Ensure safety and safety compliance in labs and clinics.
• Monitor faculty performance and learning experiences, drive student satisfaction.
• Support curriculum development and alignment with industry standards.
• Maintain externship capacity at 125% of need.
• Manage budgeting and equipment/lab purchases.
• Foster relationships with clinical affiliates and schools.
• Document ongoing professional development and scheduling.

Skills

Curriculum design

Program administration

Evaluation

Instruction

Counseling

Instructing instructors

Mentoring staff

Problem solving

Education

HS Diploma

Associate's degree in dental assisting

Job description

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. seeks a Program Director for the Dental Assistant program in Houston, TX. The role leads academics, accreditation, and clinical training while mentoring faculty and building community partnerships.

Responsibilities include strategic planning, curriculum innovation, budgeting, and ensuring high student outcomes through engaged instruction and compliant operations.