Academic Program Lead

**Job Title: Program Lead** **General Summary** The Program Lead is responsible for training, coaching, and developing the faculty of assigned programs as well as for the development and delivery of CSI-approved curriculum. The Program Lead works with academic deans and faculty to ensure student academic successes and retention. **Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities*:*** - Assist Academic Deans and Program Managers in oversight of faculty/student for approximately 150+ students in assigned programs. - Maintains one teaching class assignment with flexible scheduling (including nights and weekends) as needed to accommodate students. - Train, mentor, and monitor faculty - Conduct faculty meetings for assigned programs - Answer student inquiries and mentor students for success within the designated program - Interview teacher candidates - Coordinate events and build community resources - Advise students on Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) - Conduct in-class observations - Organize field trips - Actively contribute to program improvement and curriculum development - Participate in orientation for new students - Promote best practices among faculty - Ensure that assignment submission, test taking, and grading are completed correctly and on time - Other duties and special projects as assigned - Staying up-to-date on current trends within the industry through professional development, research, and conferences. - Other duties and projects as assigned **Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** - Commitment to academic excellence - Effective oral and written communication skills - Strong sense of customer service - Knowledge of pedagogical methods - Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS) - Team building skills & leadership aptitude - Ability to maintain confidentiality of information - Ability to use the following equipment and software packages with proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite and ability to use online learning tools **Education and Experience:** The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education, teaching, curriculum & instruction, educational leadership, or related field. At least two years of industry relevant work experience is preferred. **Benefits Offered** - Health Insurance. - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - 401K - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off - Employee Discount Program