Surgical Tech Program Director: Lead Curriculum & Outcomes

COA Network Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

COA Network Inc. is seeking a Program Director for the Surgical Technology program to provide leadership, oversight, and ongoing evaluation.

The role ensures curriculum alignment with accreditation standards (CAAHEP/ARC-STSA) and prepares students for certification and careers. The position requires a CST, an accredited program background, and at least five years of related experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally programmatically accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Associate degree required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Current national CST certification.
• Minimum of five years of experience in the past ten years in OR scrub or teaching Surgical Technology.
• Education or experience in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, onboard, and train instructors to teach Surgical Technology courses.
• Manage instructor schedules, teaching assignments, and workloads; assist with course scheduling and class logistics.
• Provide training, coaching, and mentorship to instructors regarding curriculum delivery and instructional methods.
• Observe and evaluate Surgical Technology instructors and laboratory assistants using established evaluation tools.
• Ensure instructors adhere to institutional policies and faculty performance standards.
• Maintain teaching assignments and/or serve as a substitute instructor as needed.
• Participate in SOP and In-Service meetings to support institutional academic initiatives.
• Monitor student outcomes and program accreditation readiness.
• Develop partnerships with clinical sites and employers to support student opportunities.

Skills

Instructional design

Curriculum design

Program planning

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

CST certification

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

COA Network Inc. is seeking a Program Director for the Surgical Technology program to provide leadership, oversight, and ongoing evaluation.

The role ensures curriculum alignment with accreditation standards (CAAHEP/ARC-STSA) and prepares students for certification and careers. The position requires a CST, an accredited program background, and at least five years of related experience; a bachelor's degree is preferred.