Director of Education

The role

The Director of Education & Academic Operations leads academic programs, faculty development, curriculum compliance, and instructional quality. This role ensures educational operations align with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary liaison between the campus and corporate education leadership teams.
• Ensure instructional practices and academic operations comply with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies.
• Audit academic programs, curricula, lesson plans, syllabi, and instructional materials.
• Support institutional readiness for accreditation reviews, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead faculty onboarding and instructor training.
• Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to instructors.
• Facilitate ongoing professional development and instructional improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a substitute instructor when operationally necessary.
• Create, maintain, and monitor Faculty Personnel Reports (FPRs).
• Conduct and document instructor performance audits and evaluations at least semi-annually.

Required 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 fostering positive workplace relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Capable individual contributor with effective leadership skills
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A&P Certification
• Teaching or instructional experience in higher education or career education
• Experience working in private, career-focused, or for-profit postsecondary education environments
• Familiarity with ACCSC accreditation standards
• Experience with CampusVue and SharePoint systems

Benefits

• 401(k) and Matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

About the company

The Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM), established in 1969, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing the field of aviation maintenance through exceptional education and training. It has 15 campuses nationwide.