Director of Education

Aviation Institute of Maintenance; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Matching

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Aviation Institute of Maintenance is seeking a Director of Education at our Fremont campus to oversee curriculum integrity, instructor development, and program quality in line with ACCSC and FAA guidelines. This role reports to corporate leadership and drives instructional improvement across programs.

The position requires a strong track record in education management, multi-tasking, and cross-functional collaboration, with a base salary offering up to $100,000 annually and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• 5+ years of management or leadership experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Proven expertise in resolving conflicts and building relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Willing to work outside scheduled hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between campus and corporate program directors.
• Audit curricula to ensure current syllabi and textbooks are used.
• Audit and report instructor performance semi-annually.
• Conduct classroom observations and substitute as needed.
• Create, monitor, and update Faculty Personnel Reports.
• Facilitate instructor training by ACCSC standards.
• Lead ongoing instructor development with education staff.
• Chair Program Coordinator meetings and document minutes.
• Coordinate PAC meetings and share minutes with leadership.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

**Training Tomorrow’s Techniciansto Become Skilled, Employable and Essential.**

Campus:

420 Whitney Pl, Fremont, CA 94539

Compensation:

up to $100,000 per year

Position Purpose

The Director of Education is responsible for communicating with the corporate office to ensure that all instruction and faculty training is conducted in accordance with Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), respective state departments of education, FAA, and other official regulatory agency guidelines related to education. This position is primarily accountable for the educational integrity of all educational programswith a focus on curriculum, instructor development, and instructional resources andinstitutional improvement.

Key Duties

• Serve as the liaison between the campus and the corporate program directors who manage education
• Audit all school curricula to ensure that instructors are using the most current syllabi, lesson plans, and textbooks as indicated on the intranet site
• Audit and report upon, at least semi-annually, instructor performance Campus Director of Education (AIM)
• Conduct classroom observations; substitute as instructor, as needed
• Create, monitor, and update Faculty Personnel Report (FPR) for each instructor
• Facilitate initial instructor training by ACCSC standards
• Facilitate ongoing instructor development with educational personnel
• Chair all Program Coordinator meetings and ensure completeness of minutes is reviewed and that a copy of all meeting minutes is maintained at the school
• Assist with the organization and facilitation of all Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings and ensure completeness of minutes is reviewed, that a copy of all minutes is maintained at the school, and that a copy of forwarded to the appropriate corporate program director and the school’s Regional Director
• Perform and complete other tasks that may be assigned by Supervisor

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree
• 5+ years of management experience or proven leadership in a relevant role,demonstratinga track recordof effectively guiding teams, driving performance, and achieving organizational goals.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently with a strong attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Demonstratedexpertisein resolving conflicts, fostering positive workplace relationships, and collaborating effectively within teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a knack for building rapport andmaintainingprofessional relationships.
• Capable individual contributor with effective leadership skills; adept at balancing diplomacy and assertiveness to guide teams and manage diverse situations.
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and communications.
• Exhibits a positive, team-oriented attitude by remaining flexible and available to work outside of scheduled hours when needed, as directed by the Supervisor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Teaching Experience
• Educational experience in private-for-profit college education
• CampusNexus and SharePoint experience

What We Offer

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.
• 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.

AIM 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.