Education Programs Leader & Curriculum Innovator

Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College seeks a contract-based senior administrator to assist the Dean in leading an academic department and coordinating faculty, staff, and operations in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The role focuses on strategic planning, program development, accreditation compliance, and fostering student success through effective leadership and coordination of resources and schedules. Strong collaboration with internal and external partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience in early childhood education, PreK-12 education, or higher education.
• Preferences include 5+ years teaching in early childhood settings or PreK-12 settings; leadership, supervisory, budget oversight, and program administration.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dean in leadership of an academic department and administration of operations.
• Hire, supervise, mentor, and evaluate designated faculty and instructional staff.
• Develop master schedule with data-based, student-centered approach.
• Oversee program review, accreditation, and curriculum changes.
• Represent department on committees and foster partnerships with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Budget oversight

Faculty supervision

Program administration

Educator preparation programs

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master’s degree in education

Job description

Central New Mexico Community College seeks a contract-based senior administrator to assist the Dean in leading an academic department and coordinating faculty, staff, and operations in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The role focuses on strategic planning, program development, accreditation compliance, and fostering student success through effective leadership and coordination of resources and schedules. Strong collaboration with internal and external partners is essential.