Director of Math and English Foundation Program (Relocation to Kuwait Required)
- Employer
- American International University, Kuwait
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Closing date
- Feb 10, 2025
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- Job Role
- Manager / Director
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Overview:
Join our Division of Academic Affairs as a senior leader overseeing English and Math preparatory programs, spaces, operations, and associated personnel. These programs, collectively known as the Foundation Program, aim to prepare students for academic success in credit-bearing courses while fostering persistence, satisfaction, and retention.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills and Qualifications:
Position accepts unaccompanied candidates only
Join our Division of Academic Affairs as a senior leader overseeing English and Math preparatory programs, spaces, operations, and associated personnel. These programs, collectively known as the Foundation Program, aim to prepare students for academic success in credit-bearing courses while fostering persistence, satisfaction, and retention.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and evaluate English and Math preparatory programs, including study skills initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Dean of Foundations to align goals, policies, and operations.
- Oversee curriculum development, course scheduling, faculty assignments, and staff supervision.
- Drive student success through data analysis, program evaluation, and strategic enhancements.
- Work closely with Admissions, Student Engagement, and Academic Advising to ensure seamless student transitions and integration.
- Manage departmental resources, labs, and technology to support program delivery.
- Teach one course annually and represent the department in university committees.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Master”s degree in TESOL, Foreign Language, or related discipline (Ph.D. preferred).
- 5+ years of relevant experience in higher education or teaching.
- Expertise in preparatory programs, admissions testing, and academic support services.
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, develop policies, and lead diverse teams.
- Commitment to student success and ethical leadership.
Position accepts unaccompanied candidates only
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