Director of Education

National Polytechnic College; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

National Polytechnic College seeks a Director of Education to oversee all academic activities, ensuring quality education and compliance with accreditation and state regulations. The role collaborates with departments to support operations and strategic planning across the college.

The successful candidate will drive curriculum updates, supervise faculty, and manage LMS operations while supporting student services and budget processes.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a master's degree in education or equivalent experience.
• Strong strategic thinking, planning and leadership capabilities.
• Experience with LMS, preferably Blackboard Ultra, is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day academic operations including faculty hiring and evaluations.
• Monitor LMS usage, budgeting, and policy development within constraints.
• Develop curriculums and coordinate calendars with program directors.
• Supervise staff and ensure accreditation and compliance.
• Coordinate off-campus labs and training with partners.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication

Planning & organizational

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical ability

Education

Master's degree in Education

4–10 years of related experience

Tools

Blackboard Ultra

Job description

Job Title: Director of Education
Reports to: CEO of School
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Pay: $85,000 – $93,000 per year
Work Location: In person — Lakewood, CA 90712 (relocation required if not local)

Summary

The Director of Education oversees all academic activities of the institution, ensuring the provision of quality education and services to students. This role maintains compliance with national accreditation and state regulations and ensures a competent, credentialed faculty. Close collaboration with other departments supports daily operations and strategic planning across the college.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day academic operations, including faculty hiring, evaluation, and termination; program evaluations; faculty meetings; approval of LOAs, student terminations, and appeals; approval of credit transfers; and student counseling
• Monitor equipment and supplies; maintain and update the LMS (Blackboard Ultra); contribute to policy and procedure development; manage retention rates within budget limits; approve staff timesheets; and assist with the budget process
• Develop and oversee curriculum updates for existing programs and the implementation of new programs
• Maintain program calendars in coordination with program directors and general education instructors
• Maintain professionalism with instructional staff; attend school functions and special events; complete other tasks and projects as assigned
• Coordinate and implement off-campus labs and certification trainings with faculty, students, and outside providers

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage the Associate Director of Education, academic program directors, instructors, faculty assistants, student services coordinators, registrar's office, Associate Director of Career Services, and administrative support staff
• Hire instructors; provide professional development workshops; conduct class observations; prepare performance evaluations; maintain faculty records; supervise faculty meetings

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education preferred; or 4–10 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, planning/organizational, reasoning, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Experience with an LMS, preferably Blackboard Ultra
• Ability to analyze technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents; respond to inquiries and complaints; and present information effectively
• Ability to prioritize tasks, set goals and objectives, and adapt strategies to changing conditions
• Comfortable working in a diverse, dynamic environment
• 5 years of educational leadership/director experience preferred

Work Environment

Typical of an educational institution. Reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts