Program Chair of Healthcare Specialist & CNA Program Director

About this role

POSITION PURPOSE: Manage all elements of the designated academic program, including enrollment management, program administration, instructional quality, and human resource management ensuring coordination with academic and non-academic departments. Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:    I.          INSTRUCTION   • Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.  • Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes. • Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.  Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices. • Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.   • Use Learning Management System (e.g. Ivy Learn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication. • Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.

 II.           RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS • Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff. • Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including the use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources. • Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).   • Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

III.        PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT   • Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related businesses and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study. • Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure. • Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

IV.          COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH • Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college.  • Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within the service area as appropriate in the department and school.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT • Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects. • Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).  • Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration. • Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings. • Participate in career services and alumni activities. • Support program/department chair in program management activities. • Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

VI.          ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT • Review and analyze program data as related to completion and retention. • Determine and lead action steps positively impacting retention. • Support the development of student internships and other real-world experiences to support the curriculum and students and experiential learning. • Assure the quality of discipline-specific dual credit courses within the local high schools. See ASOM 4.3 – Credit Transfer Awarding/Dual Credit for listing of specific responsibilities. • Create course schedules conducive to student learning and student access, in consideration of the needs of Corporate College; and maximize utilization of existing classrooms and laboratories.

VII.         PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION • Complete the annual Program Review, which includes analysis of trend data and resources. • As appropriate, engage internally and externally with employers and other economic sector experts, deans, vice presidents, and as a member of the statewide curriculum committee to ensure alignment of quality, relevant, and market-driven curricula. • Maintain office administrative hours in accordance with the faculty loading guidelines in ASOM 7.2 – Faculty Job Descriptions and Loading. • Coordinate program advisory committees and ensure broad-based membership and participatory agendas. • If applicable, oversee equipment purchases, maintenance, and supplies for instructional laboratories.

VIII.        HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT • Coordinate recruitment, evaluation, and development of full-time and adjunct faculty with Human Resources and the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs (or designee). • Review and respond to faculty, staff, and student issues.

Pay Range: $ 45,000- $ 52,000 base salary per acade

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