Director of Curriculum and Academic Success
South University Inc., Savannah, GA, United States
Director of Curriculum and Academic Success
South University Corporate Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
Job Description
South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that encourages faculty, staff and students to pursue professional goals both on campus and online. We invite you to join a community eager to make a difference in the lives of students ready to learn and grow.
Benefits
Medical
Vision
FSA/HSA
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Position Summary
The Director of Curriculum & Academic Success is a full‑time faculty member (rank commensurate with experience). The primary responsibility is to ensure programmatic accreditation standards and state agency regulations are met while maintaining high‑quality content delivery across existing and new programs. The incumbent will work closely with faculty, staff, and program leaders to keep curricula up to date, act as the liaison between the nursing department and South University’s Digital Resource Team, and support students in achieving successful NCLEX and Nurse Practitioner certification outcomes.
Key Job Elements
Adheres to University policies as described in the Employee Handbook, the Faculty Supplement to the Employee Handbook, job description, or other guidelines.
Serves as liaison between faculty and the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Academic Success.
Implements curricular changes in collaboration with faculty and other University campuses.
Assists with curricular and policy revisions requested by the College/School Dean or Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
Ensures Department Chairs, Program Directors, and faculty comply with South University’s academic policies, SACSCOC, programmatic accreditation standards, and state agency regulations.
Supports curriculum development, mapping, and compliance with academic policies, SACSCOC, programmatic accreditation standards, and state agency regulations.
Supports maintenance and implementation of the College’s Systematic Evaluation Plan.
Supports the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Academic Success in ensuring the curriculum meets accreditation standards and Board of Nursing standards.
Assists with NCLEX pass rate strategies.
Supports the clinical team, Department Chairs, Program Directors, and Assistant Program Directors in program assessment and strategic planning.
Serves the College and University on committees as requested by the College/School Dean.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of study and enhance the learning environment.
Faculty Development Activities
Completes professional development and in‑service activities each year as outlined in the faculty supplement.
Requirements
A terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution with a concentration in the teaching discipline is preferred; minimum of a master’s in nursing.
Curriculum development experience at both undergraduate and graduate programs is preferred.
Experience with systematic evaluation plans.
Experience with overall program assessment strategies and post‑graduation assessments such as NCLEX and NP certification pass rates.
At least 3–4 years of teaching experience at a post‑secondary education institution.
Active, valid, and unencumbered state nursing license or certification as applicable to the discipline (CNE preferred).
Membership in a professional association related to the area of instruction (preferred).
Practical experience in the discipline and knowledge of current best practices; experience in either pre‑licensure or post‑licensure program curriculum is preferred.
Evidence of management experience.
Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
Travel
Must be available for travel. Up to 25% travel for Accreditation/BON visits.
Graduation or Pinning Ceremonies
Participation in graduation or pinning ceremonies as required.
Environment
The work environment described here is representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee regularly talks or hears; frequently stands and walks; occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds; and vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus and close vision.
Equal Opportunity Employer
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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South University Corporate Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
Job Description
South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that encourages faculty, staff and students to pursue professional goals both on campus and online. We invite you to join a community eager to make a difference in the lives of students ready to learn and grow.
Benefits
Medical
Vision
FSA/HSA
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
Position Summary
The Director of Curriculum & Academic Success is a full‑time faculty member (rank commensurate with experience). The primary responsibility is to ensure programmatic accreditation standards and state agency regulations are met while maintaining high‑quality content delivery across existing and new programs. The incumbent will work closely with faculty, staff, and program leaders to keep curricula up to date, act as the liaison between the nursing department and South University’s Digital Resource Team, and support students in achieving successful NCLEX and Nurse Practitioner certification outcomes.
Key Job Elements
Adheres to University policies as described in the Employee Handbook, the Faculty Supplement to the Employee Handbook, job description, or other guidelines.
Serves as liaison between faculty and the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Academic Success.
Implements curricular changes in collaboration with faculty and other University campuses.
Assists with curricular and policy revisions requested by the College/School Dean or Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.
Ensures Department Chairs, Program Directors, and faculty comply with South University’s academic policies, SACSCOC, programmatic accreditation standards, and state agency regulations.
Supports curriculum development, mapping, and compliance with academic policies, SACSCOC, programmatic accreditation standards, and state agency regulations.
Supports maintenance and implementation of the College’s Systematic Evaluation Plan.
Supports the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Academic Success in ensuring the curriculum meets accreditation standards and Board of Nursing standards.
Assists with NCLEX pass rate strategies.
Supports the clinical team, Department Chairs, Program Directors, and Assistant Program Directors in program assessment and strategic planning.
Serves the College and University on committees as requested by the College/School Dean.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of study and enhance the learning environment.
Faculty Development Activities
Completes professional development and in‑service activities each year as outlined in the faculty supplement.
Requirements
A terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution with a concentration in the teaching discipline is preferred; minimum of a master’s in nursing.
Curriculum development experience at both undergraduate and graduate programs is preferred.
Experience with systematic evaluation plans.
Experience with overall program assessment strategies and post‑graduation assessments such as NCLEX and NP certification pass rates.
At least 3–4 years of teaching experience at a post‑secondary education institution.
Active, valid, and unencumbered state nursing license or certification as applicable to the discipline (CNE preferred).
Membership in a professional association related to the area of instruction (preferred).
Practical experience in the discipline and knowledge of current best practices; experience in either pre‑licensure or post‑licensure program curriculum is preferred.
Evidence of management experience.
Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
Travel
Must be available for travel. Up to 25% travel for Accreditation/BON visits.
Graduation or Pinning Ceremonies
Participation in graduation or pinning ceremonies as required.
Environment
The work environment described here is representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee regularly talks or hears; frequently stands and walks; occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds; and vision requirements include the ability to adjust focus and close vision.
Equal Opportunity Employer
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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