Education director job description
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Education director requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in education director job postings.
Sample education director requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in school administration.
- Strong knowledge of educational theory and practice.
- Familiarity with state and federal regulations.
- Ability to develop and manage budgets.
Sample required education director soft skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to motivate and inspire others.
Education director job description example 1
Touro University Worldwide education director job description
This position is to be held as an administrative assignment by a member of the College of Pharmacy (COP) faculty. The Director of Experiential Education will provide vision, strategic direction and managerial support of the experiential components of the PharmD program, in addition to fulfilling general clinical practice faculty responsibilities (teaching, service, and research). The Director is a member of the College of Pharmacy Leadership Team and works closely with other administrative team members and with the Experiential Education team to support curricular and co-curricular experiential learning of students. The position requires flexibility, adaptability and creativity. To be successful, the Director must demonstrate excellent communication skills, superior organizational and customer service skills, be responsive to directives and feedback, and demonstrate a commitment to the mission and development of the College.
Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and direction for the daily operations of the experiential programs, including IPPE, APPE and co-curricular activities
• Develop and follow through with strategic planning for new sites and preceptors for the experiential programs
• Develop and oversee preceptor training and development
• Represent the University and the College of Pharmacy to external stakeholders
• Develop and execute the experiential curriculum based on ACPE standards and scope of practice
• Organize the collection and review on-going quality evaluations of individual rotations, including coordination of site visits
• Review outcomes-driven assessment of experiential courses, experiences, and student (individual and aggregate) competencies and progress and implement continuous quality improvements as appropriate
• Collaborate with other deans, and internal and external stakeholders to support the generation of and compliance with affiliation agreements, contracts, licensing, credentialing and other necessary paperwork to support experiential education
• Teach, coach, and mentor students and other appropriate faculty on and off campus as part of the curriculum
• Manage and effectively supervise the activities of direct reports
• Follow university Human Resources policies regarding evaluation of the performance of direct reports, and development of their skills and abilities
• Participate on College and University committees, departmental meetings, and perform other duties as appropriate and assigned by the Dean
• Contribute to new knowledge through research activities, presentations, publications, grants and/or contracts, clinical trials and/or other scholarly works
The Director of Experiential Education will be responsible for the Assistant Director of Experiential Education, Experiential Coordinators and Experiential Staff.
Qualifications
The Director of Experiential Education must have an earned PharmD or equivalent, and California pharmacist licensure. The Director should have completed at least one year of pharmacy residency or equivalent, and have at least 3-5 years of experience in a management position. Experience in teaching at the professional student level is highly recommended.
The Director should have the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the following:
• Teach and evaluate the academic progress of pharmacy students in didactic and practice settings.
• Perform precepting, advising, committee service and other duties as required of pharmacy faculty.
• Perform all responsibilities within the values and professional framework of the College.
• Maintain appropriate licensing and certifications.
• Maintain accurate and complete student, preceptor, and site information.
• Develop and maintain collegial working relations on campus and at practice sites.
• Adhere to confidentiality and FERPA requirements.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of Touro University California and the Touro College and University System.
Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and direction for the daily operations of the experiential programs, including IPPE, APPE and co-curricular activities
• Develop and follow through with strategic planning for new sites and preceptors for the experiential programs
• Develop and oversee preceptor training and development
• Represent the University and the College of Pharmacy to external stakeholders
• Develop and execute the experiential curriculum based on ACPE standards and scope of practice
• Organize the collection and review on-going quality evaluations of individual rotations, including coordination of site visits
• Review outcomes-driven assessment of experiential courses, experiences, and student (individual and aggregate) competencies and progress and implement continuous quality improvements as appropriate
• Collaborate with other deans, and internal and external stakeholders to support the generation of and compliance with affiliation agreements, contracts, licensing, credentialing and other necessary paperwork to support experiential education
• Teach, coach, and mentor students and other appropriate faculty on and off campus as part of the curriculum
• Manage and effectively supervise the activities of direct reports
• Follow university Human Resources policies regarding evaluation of the performance of direct reports, and development of their skills and abilities
• Participate on College and University committees, departmental meetings, and perform other duties as appropriate and assigned by the Dean
• Contribute to new knowledge through research activities, presentations, publications, grants and/or contracts, clinical trials and/or other scholarly works
The Director of Experiential Education will be responsible for the Assistant Director of Experiential Education, Experiential Coordinators and Experiential Staff.
Qualifications
The Director of Experiential Education must have an earned PharmD or equivalent, and California pharmacist licensure. The Director should have completed at least one year of pharmacy residency or equivalent, and have at least 3-5 years of experience in a management position. Experience in teaching at the professional student level is highly recommended.
The Director should have the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the following:
• Teach and evaluate the academic progress of pharmacy students in didactic and practice settings.
• Perform precepting, advising, committee service and other duties as required of pharmacy faculty.
• Perform all responsibilities within the values and professional framework of the College.
• Maintain appropriate licensing and certifications.
• Maintain accurate and complete student, preceptor, and site information.
• Develop and maintain collegial working relations on campus and at practice sites.
• Adhere to confidentiality and FERPA requirements.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis.
• Adhere to policies and procedures of Touro University California and the Touro College and University System.
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Education director job description example 2
Merakey education director job description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Education Director to join our team at our program in Chambersburg, PA.
As the direct supervisor of the school, the Education Director will be the primary contact for families and school districts. The positions primary roles are to follow PA Department of Education guidelines, have profit and loss responsibility of the budget, develop new programs within the school, and maintain excellence in the current program through ongoing trainings and staff supervision.
Earn up to $70,000.00 per/year
BENEFITS
Merakey offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plan, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!
To be the difference in a child's life, apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers
ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Special Education or education degree with Supervisory Certificate in the state of Pennsylvania. Master's degree preferred.
* Must be a person with good interpersonal skills, knowledgeable about teaching in applied behavioral analysis, organized, and have excellent educational and administration communication skills.
As the direct supervisor of the school, the Education Director will be the primary contact for families and school districts. The positions primary roles are to follow PA Department of Education guidelines, have profit and loss responsibility of the budget, develop new programs within the school, and maintain excellence in the current program through ongoing trainings and staff supervision.
Earn up to $70,000.00 per/year
BENEFITS
Merakey offers Medical, Dental, Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plan, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!
To be the difference in a child's life, apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers
ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Special Education or education degree with Supervisory Certificate in the state of Pennsylvania. Master's degree preferred.
* Must be a person with good interpersonal skills, knowledgeable about teaching in applied behavioral analysis, organized, and have excellent educational and administration communication skills.
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Education director job description example 3
Mainline Health Systems education director job description
Could you be our next Director, Clinical Education/ Respiratory?
Why work as a Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory with Main Line Health?
* Make an Impact! The Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory is accountable for the organization, administration, and continuous review of the West Chester University/Bryn Mawr Hospital Respiratory Care Program's clinical education program. This role develops, plans, and coordinates the clinical activities of the students and clinical instructors at all clinical affiliates. The position collaborates with the Program Director and Medical Director to ensure that instruction in the clinical setting is of adequate medical and technical quality. The Director ensures that clinical education is equal and comparable throughout student's educational experience.
* Develop and Grow your Career! Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement! This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full Time status.
* Join the Team! Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.
* Position-Specific Benefits include: You are eligible for up to 240 hours of paid time off per year. We also offer a number of employee discounts to various activities, services, and vendors... And employee parking is always free!
* Position: Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory
* Shift: Day Shift
Experience:
At least four years full-time experience in Respiratory Care profession of which two years experience shall be on the faculty of a Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Computer literacy and experience required.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program Masters Degree required.
Licensures/Certifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. Current Pennsylvania State License required Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) credential preferred. Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential preferred. CPR Instructor certification preferred. ACLS Instructor certification preferred
Additional Information
* Schedule: Full-time
* Shift: Day Job
* Employee Status: Regular
Why work as a Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory with Main Line Health?
* Make an Impact! The Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory is accountable for the organization, administration, and continuous review of the West Chester University/Bryn Mawr Hospital Respiratory Care Program's clinical education program. This role develops, plans, and coordinates the clinical activities of the students and clinical instructors at all clinical affiliates. The position collaborates with the Program Director and Medical Director to ensure that instruction in the clinical setting is of adequate medical and technical quality. The Director ensures that clinical education is equal and comparable throughout student's educational experience.
* Develop and Grow your Career! Invest in furthering your education through seeking certifications or advanced degrees by taking advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement! This position is eligible for up to $6,000 per year based upon your Full Time status.
* Join the Team! Like our patients, the Main Line Health Family encompasses a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Just as each of our patients requires a personalized care plan, each of our employees, physicians, and volunteers, bring distinctive talents to Main Line Health. Regardless of our unique design, we all share a purpose: providing superior service and care.
* Position-Specific Benefits include: You are eligible for up to 240 hours of paid time off per year. We also offer a number of employee discounts to various activities, services, and vendors... And employee parking is always free!
* Position: Director, Clinical Education/Respiratory
* Shift: Day Shift
Experience:
At least four years full-time experience in Respiratory Care profession of which two years experience shall be on the faculty of a Respiratory Care program accredited by the Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Computer literacy and experience required.
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Care Program Masters Degree required.
Licensures/Certifications:
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential required. Current Pennsylvania State License required Registered Pulmonary Function Technologist (RPFT) credential preferred. Neonatal/Pediatric Specialist (NPS) credential preferred. CPR Instructor certification preferred. ACLS Instructor certification preferred
Additional Information
* Schedule: Full-time
* Shift: Day Job
* Employee Status: Regular
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024