CDL School Assistant Director

Southern Careers Institute is seeking an experienced CDL Truck School Director to help manage our CDL School operations in San Antonio, Texas. They are the first point of contact for prospective students and plays a vital role in their success at SCI. They are responsible for promoting an environment of academic and professional excellence for students by supporting student life and learning through student advocacy, academic coaching, customer service, and campus and community referrals. They may also be responsible for delivery of course materials and instruction for their assigned academic program.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that Southern Careers Institute’s philosophy of Student First is a priority when carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position;
• Continually meet or exceed all admissions objectives as determined by management;
• Interview prospective students seeking acceptance into one of the programs offered by SCI;
• Set-up appointments for and conduct interviews with all prospects, accompanied by a complete tour of the training facility;
• Provide guidance and assistance to new students through the registration and admission process;
• Present all information about the school, the programs, and the careers of interest accurately and honestly;
• Plans and organizes instruction in ways which maximize student learning;
• Practice excellence in teaching and instruction;
• Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs;
• Prepare lesson plans and teach course as prescribed by the approved institutional curriculum;
• Administer tests and maintain a record of student grades;
• Issue lab assignments and homework;
• Conduct classes in a professional and educational environment;
• Enforce school policies and procedures;
• Maintain proper discipline and order in the classroom so that learning is not hindered by unacceptable student behavior;
• Motivate students to learn and enjoy the material being studied;
• Contribute to the Institution and the community by attending, and participating in, all scheduled faculty and in-service meetings;
• Demonstrate evidence of professional growth and academic currency;
• Participate in retention activities such as but not limited to calling, emailing and special events for students;
• Be completely familiar with the other departments on campus and their functions;
• Attend and participate in all start dates and orientation functions;
• Represent the Institute and all affiliated brands in a professional and positive light at all times.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with the supervision of day-to-day operations of campus by managing Directors of Admissions, Education, Financial Aid, and Career Services functions and all campus personnel. Acting Campus Director in the absence of primary Campus Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

• relocation to San Antonio, TX
• Minimum 3yrs experience driving CDL A Tractor/Trailer
• Current DOT Health card
• Able to pass drug screen
• No major moving violations in the past 3yrs
• 1-3 years supervising professional staff members, experience at a post-secondary educational institute preferred;
• 1-3 years of professional experience planning, analyzing and evaluating programs and services, operational needs and fiscal constraints preferred.

Benefits:

• Training & Development
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
• Continuous Growth Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
• Basic Life & Accident Insurance
• Short & Long-term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan
• SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer

About Southern Careers Institute
SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we’re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.