Director of Education

Aviation Institute of Maintenance•Manassas, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Education & Academic Operations leads and oversees campus academic programs, faculty development, curriculum compliance, and instructional quality. The role ensures educational operations align with Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) standards, state education regulations, institutional policies, and higher education best practices. As a member of the leadership team, this position works with campus leadership, corporate academic teams, program coordinators, and faculty to advance academic excellence, student retention, accreditation readiness, operational effectiveness, and student success. The Director oversees instructional quality initiatives and supports faculty performance, professional development, and continuous improvement across campus programs. This is a full-time onsite leadership role based in Manassas, Virginia, with flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends. Compensation is $100,000 to $110,000 per year.

Requirements

At least 5 years of management experience or proven leadership in a relevant role, with a track record of guiding teams, driving performance, and achieving organizational goals.
Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently with strong attention to detail and a proactive approach.
Expertise in resolving conflicts, fostering positive workplace relationships, and collaborating effectively within teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to contribute individually while providing effective leadership and balancing diplomacy with assertiveness.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required by organizational and operational needs.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary liaison between the campus and corporate education leadership teams.
Ensure instructional practices, faculty training, and academic operations comply with ACCSC standards, state regulations, and institutional policies.
Audit academic programs, curricula, lesson plans, syllabi, and instructional materials to ensure instructors use current approved resources.
Support institutional readiness for accreditation reviews, audits, and regulatory reporting.
Lead faculty onboarding and instructor training in accordance with ACCSC and institutional standards.
Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching, feedback, and performance support to instructors.
Facilitate ongoing professional development and instructional improvement initiatives for faculty and educational staff.
Serve as a substitute instructor when operationally necessary.
Create, maintain, and monitor Faculty Personnel Reports (FPRs) for all instructors.
Conduct and document instructor performance audits and evaluations at least semi-annually.
Track educational outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Chair Program Coordinator meetings and ensure meeting minutes are accurately documented and maintained.
Assist in organizing and facilitating Program Advisory Committee (PAC) meetings.
Ensure PAC meeting documentation is maintained and distributed to corporate academic leadership and regional leadership teams.
Collaborate with campus leadership on student achievement, retention, and instructional quality initiatives.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by leadership.