Assistant Director of Education

Stanbridge University•Irvine, CA

7d•$60,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Education provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of academic programming across multiple departments, with a focus on excellence in teaching, curriculum integrity, faculty development, and student learning outcomes. This role is instrumental in shaping the academic vision, onboarding and mentoring faculty, managing academic scheduling, and ensuring compliance with institutional and accreditor standards. The Assistant Director works closely with faculty, academic leadership, and administrative staff to maintain the highest standards of educational delivery in Stanbridge University health care and allied health programs.

Requirements

Terminal degree (e.g., Ed.D., Ph.D., DNP, or equivalent) in Education, Nursing, Allied Health, or a related field. Terminal degree required.
Minimum 5 years of progressive academic leadership experience, including supervision of faculty and academic staff.
Demonstrated expertise in faculty onboarding, mentorship, and professional development.
Strong background in academic scheduling, curriculum development, and assessment practices.
Experience working in or with health care or allied health educational programs (e.g., RN, VN, MSN, OTA, PTA, MSOT).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in higher education.
Commitment to student-centered learning and evidence-based instructional strategies.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of academic curricula across assigned programs.
Oversee faculty onboarding, training, evaluation, and ongoing development to support instructional excellence and student engagement.
Collaborate with program directors, and institutional leadership to ensure alignment of academic initiatives with accreditation requirements and institutional goals.
Develop and manage course schedules, ensuring appropriate faculty assignments and efficient utilization of instructional resources.
Support programmatic assessment and continuous improvement efforts, including curriculum review, instructional quality, and student learning outcomes.
Analyze and interpret data related to student success, retention, and progression; recommend strategic improvements accordingly.
Serve as an academic leader in institutional and programmatic accreditation reviews.
Foster a positive and inclusive academic environment that reflects the values and mission of the university.
Provide consultation on complex student academic issues and faculty performance concerns.
Participate in academic committee leadership, policy development, and special projects as assigned.