6490 Mumford Road, Suite 111 Halifax, NS

Education Manager- Halifax

Job Title:    Education Manager

Company:   Eastern College

Location:    On-site,  Halifax Campus, 6940 Mumford Rd, Halifax, NS B3L 0B7

Hours:        Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Start Date:  Immediate

 

About Us:

Eastern College Inc. is a leader in the Private Career College industry in Atlantic Canada. Established in 1983 we have delivered training in a modular approach to students to enable them to fast-track to job readiness.

At Eastern, we're not just looking for employees; we're seeking passionate individuals who want to join our mission to work collaboratively towards our common goal of preparing job-ready graduates. We're dedicated to providing a dynamic, innovative, and engaging learning environment. If you're ready to shape the future of business education and inspire students, this is the place for you!

The Opportunity:

The primary responsibility of the Education Manager is to ensure effective educational delivery for all students enrolled in on Campus programs. Manage on Campus faculty and scheduling to ensure that students enrolled achieve the education outcomes as outlined in the College Program Submission, specified by New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Ontario regulators. To proactively maintain high morale of faculty and student body through an overall friendly and engaged culture focused on student success.

What you’ll be doing:

• Hire and train direct reports.
• Manage and orchestrate the work of direct reports.
• Manage vacations and seek to minimize absenteeism of direct reports.
• Find replacements for instructors who are ill or have emergencies.
• Assist in ensuring that the educational, physical, social, and special needs of students are met, wherever possible, with guidance from the Campus Director.
• Conduct Instructor Surveys and spot check program satisfaction.
• Review Instructor and Course Level Survey results with faculty and initiate corrected or improvement actions.
• Ensure that programs are following the established sequence of courses and exam timetables and that students graduate and complete diploma requirements and certification exams to meet graduate and placement standards.
• Ensure that instructors follow guidelines for instructional delivery of curriculum according to corporate standards.
• Assist with managing classroom scheduling according to corporate guidelines.
• Complete probationary and annual instructor performance reviews.
• Communicate grade reporting timelines and ensure that instructors submit grades on schedule.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures in all aspects of program delivery and ensure education is delivered within the guidelines of the relevant Provincial Regulatory body.
• Manage Master Schedule for all on campus intakes.
• Other duties as assigned, and which are in the best interests of the College.

 

What you bring to the position:

• Post-secondary education, college diploma in business or technology, university degree preferred.
• Five (5) years combined management and administrative experience in a comparable educational environment.
• Knowledge of sales and customer service issues.
• Knowledge of instructional techniques (teaching experience an asset).
• Experience working with accounting, budgeting, and financial statements
  
  

Why You Should Join Us:

Exciting Challenges: You'll be at the forefront of education management, tackling exciting challenges that will keep you engaged and motivated.

Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our talent. You'll have access to continuous learning and development opportunities to advance your career.

Collaborative Team: You'll be working alongside a group of passionate, like-minded professionals who are as excited about their work as you are.

Rewards and Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, group RRSP match and more!

How to Apply:

If you're ready to embark on this thrilling journey with us, please apply directly through the "Apply" button on our website or the job posting platform.

Additionally, please note that a mandatory assessment is part of our application process. Your participation in the assessment is a crucial step in our selection process, allowing us to better understand your qualifications and fit for the role.

We are committed to building an intentionally inclusive environment that engages, supports, and empowers diversity and belonging in the workplace and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.

Applicants with disabilities may notify us of any reasonable accommodations needed to support your participation in the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.