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The Associate Dean of Academic Affairs is responsible for the oversight and coordination of all the programs and activities that support student recruitment, education, retention, including reentries at the college and the campuses assigned.

Provides the leadership necessary to fulfill the mission, objectives, plans and goals of the college. Ensures support services, academic courses in diploma and degree programs at the college meet the needs of faculty, students and the community it serves. Assist the Dean of Academic Affairs in all education and training areas of planning, organizing, directing, staffing, coordinating, motivating, supervising, improving and evaluating all facets of the college's campus academic department.

Minimum Requirement:

• Master's degree in Education or a related field.
• Looking for people who are patient, empathetic, adaptable, and enjoy problem-solving.
• Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience at the college level; preferably in the proprietary school setting.
• Ability to adapt to new and rapidly changing situations.
• Ability to work extended hours (which will include evenings and Saturdays), in order to meet business objectives.
• For best consideration, upload your credentials along with your resume. Please redact any personal information (i.e., date of birth and social security number).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet or exceed monthly, quarterly and annual retention, student satisfaction, and certification goals of the college by structuring appropriate student services, supportive time for students, academic advising, inclusive of office hours, communication with students, etc.
• Coordinate and track student reentry and readmission processes, ensuring that monthly student reentry goals are met.
• Meet or exceed daily student attendance goals for on ground programs and regular student engagement for online courses.
• Assist in the development and maintenance the student schedule for all programs and courses under supervision.
• Coordinate timely academic advising for students failing satisfactory academic progress (SAP) in compliance with policy and regulations.
• Verify classes in all modalities (online, blended, and on-ground) have qualified and appropriate coverage (faculty) and that instructors complete contractual agreements through module end dates.
• Provide support in recruitment, interviews, hiring and on-boarding to all faculty
• Conduct biweekly one on one meetings and quarterly formal classroom observations of instructors, program coordinators and directors
• Assist with scheduling and guaranteeing requirements of annual faculty development, in-services and professional growth activities to meet the college and accreditation criteria.
• Assist with the hiring and onboarding process of instructor(s) for the program
• Ensures program operations, personnel, facilities and curriculum comply with state, accreditation and programmatic regulatory bodies.
• Conduct New Faculty Orientation, Training Sessions, classroom observations and monthly instructor class assignments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Staff Meeting with Faculty members
• Support the Performance Appraisals Process
• People Development (Coaching / Mentoring)

Benefits:

• Medical Coverage -Including additional options HSA, and FSAs - Dependent, and Health Care
• Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage
• 12 Paid Holidays / Paid Time Off / Paid Volunteer Day
• 401[k] with 50% Employer Matching
• Short-Term Disability Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance Options
• Growth Opportunities / Education Assistance and Professional Development Benefits

No Cost Benefits:

• Group Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Talent Referral Program
• TicketsatWork - Discount Entertainment Program
• Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday (available to full-time employees after two years)

Why Join Northbridge University?

At Northbridge University, you become part of a community devoted to academic excellence, innovation, and human development. Every employee, from faculty to administrative staff, plays a key role in advancing the growth of our students while enhancing their own professional journey. We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and ongoing learning, where innovative ideas are welcomed and talent is supported. Our employees enjoy professional growth opportunities, career stability, and the satisfaction of contributing to an organization that changes lives through education.

At Northbridge University, you're not just building a career-you're creating a meaningful purpose.

For additional information on who we are - https://northbridge.edu/en/who-we-are

Northbridge University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The selected applicant will undergo a background check, educational verification, and drug testing.