Director of Dental Assistant Education

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Tuition waiver

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k)

Pet insurance

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

Concorde is seeking a Dental Assistant Program Director to lead the program, oversee operations, ensure accreditation and quality theory and clinical training, and drive student success. The role balances curriculum innovation, faculty mentorship, and community partnerships.

The director will manage admissions, outcomes, externships, and program documentation, while ensuring a high-performing faculty and compliant program environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma (or GED) and certificate of completion from an accredited postsecondary institution in relevant subject area (required)
• Associate's degree in dental assisting (preferred)
• Minimum three (3) years of practical work experience in dental assisting (required)
• Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required)

Responsibilities

• Lead the Dental Assistant Program, oversee daily operations and long-term planning
• Ensure compliance with accreditation bodies through self-studies and reports
• Maintain safety and compliant labs and clinical environments
• Monitor faculty to ensure engaging learning and student satisfaction
• Support curriculum development and alignment with industry standards
• Manage externship capacity and advisory relationships
• Oversee admissions, advising, retention, progression, and graduation
• Develop community partnerships and clinical education experiences
• Recruit, coach and develop faculty; foster a high-performing team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Dental assisting experience

Instructional knowledge

Leadership

Curriculum development

Accreditation knowledge

Education

HS Diploma or GED & postsecondary certificate

Associate's degree in dental assisting

Job description

Concorde is seeking a Dental Assistant Program Director to lead the program, oversee operations, ensure accreditation and quality theory and clinical training, and drive student success. The role balances curriculum innovation, faculty mentorship, and community partnerships.

The director will manage admissions, outcomes, externships, and program documentation, while ensuring a high-performing faculty and compliant program environment.