Director of Education

Director of Education

The Director of Education provides leadership, oversight, training and support for all academic and career technical training (CTT) programs contracted by Education & Training Resources. This position ensures that ETR delivers high-quality educational services that prepare students for successful careers, post-secondary education, and lifelong learning. The Director of Education provides support to academic and vocational leadership staff, promotes instructional excellence, ensures compliance with Job Corps requirements, and provides clear guidance for the delivery of services to students with disabilities and special learning needs in compliance with Job Corps guidelines.

The ETR Director of Education works collaboratively with Academic Managers, Career Technical Training Managers, Disability Coordinators, Counseling staff, and Center leadership to create an educational environment where all students can achieve their full potential.

Leadership and Program Oversight

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all academic and career technical training programs.
• Support Academic Managers, Vocational/CTT Managers, and other educational and leadership staff.
• Ensure integration and alignment of academic and vocational training programs to support student career pathways.
• Provide guidance to Centers as they develop and implement educational goals, improvement plans, and performance strategies that support center outcomes.
• Monitor educational performance indicators and collaborate with center leadership to develop corrective action plans as needed for each ETR Center.
• Identify and recommend resources that provide ETR staff with the current approaches to learning.
• Periodically review CTT offering to ensure the center is aligned with industry needs and make recommendations for improvement.

Instructional Support and Staff Development

• Ensure academic and vocational instructors receive ongoing training, coaching, and professional development.
• Promote evidence-based instructional practices and innovative teaching strategies.
• During site visits, conduct observations of educational programs and provide feedback to instructional leaders.
• Guide onboarding, mentoring, and continuous professional growth opportunities for education Center educational management staff.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and student-centered instruction.

Student Success and Special Populations

• Ensure students with disabilities and special learning needs receive the appropriate accommodation/s and support services.
• Collaborate with the Disability Coordinator, Counseling Department, and Health & Wellness staff to develop and monitor accommodation plans.
• Promote equitable access to academic and vocational opportunities for all students.
• Ensure instructional staff understand and implement accommodation and individualized support strategies.
• Monitor student retention, achievement, credential attainment, and progression toward career goals.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with Job Corps Policy and Requirements Handbook (PRH), Department of Labor directives, and operator policies.
• Oversee academic accreditation requirements, credentialing processes, and educational recordkeeping.
• Conduct regular program reviews and audits to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize performance data to identify trends, measure effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary educational advisor to the Center Director and leadership team.
• Work closely with Career Services, Student Services, Residential Living, and Health & Wellness departments to support student success.
• Guide Center leadership to build partnerships with local educational institutions, workforce agencies, and community organizations.
• Coordinate with vendors who provide computer-based training and support directly to Job Corps Students to ensure the platforms continue to meet student and instructor needs.
• Work closely with subcontractors-who provide direct oversight a subcontractor at Centers where ETR is prime contractor. Conduct regular oversight to ensure compliance and performance…