Director of Education & Academic Operations

Aviation Schools Online; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 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

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Manassas, VA seeks a strategic Director of Education & Academic Operations to oversee academic programs, faculty development, accreditation readiness, and instructional quality. You will ensure alignment with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies while driving student success and operational excellence.

This full-time onsite leadership role focuses on curriculum management, program coordination, and continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience or proven leadership in a relevant role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated expertise in resolving conflicts and collaborating effectively within teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable individual contributor with effective leadership; balance diplomacy and assertiveness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between the campus and corporate education leadership teams.
• Ensure all instructional practices, faculty training, and academic operations comply with ACCSC standards and state regulations.
• Audit academic programs, curricula, lesson plans, syllabi, and instructional materials for current resources.
• Support institutional readiness for accreditation reviews and regulatory reporting.
• Lead faculty onboarding and instructor training in accordance with ACCSC standards.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and performance feedback to instructors.
• Create, maintain, and monitor Faculty Personnel Reports (FPRs).
• Chair Program Coordinator meetings and ensure documentation is maintained.

Skills

Leadership & management

Communication skills

Project & task management

Conflict resolution

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

A&P Certification

Teaching or instructional experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Job description

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance in Manassas, VA seeks a strategic Director of Education & Academic Operations to oversee academic programs, faculty development, accreditation readiness, and instructional quality. You will ensure alignment with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies while driving student success and operational excellence.

This full-time onsite leadership role focuses on curriculum management, program coordination, and continuous improvement across