Academic Director

Responsibilities
In addition to the traditional duties of the full-time faculty listed below, the director will:

Assist the Director/Department Chair with administrative responsibilities including generating reports, budget submission, admissions coordination, scheduling of academic classes/calendar, participation in peer reviews, and oversight of student issues and files.
Support program events such as open houses and collaborate with the program recruiter.
Teach two courses per semester (with release time from one course). Prepare syllabi, course outlines and assign texts.
Advise students, maintain completed advisement sheets and submit any remediation forms as appropriate.
Participate in scholarly activities such as research, publications, presentation, and grant writing.
Engage in Service by participating in program and University committees and meetings.
Perform clinical teaching and supervision if applicable to program needs.
Complete special projects as designated by the Director/Department Chair.
Assist with the annual report at the end of the academic year and work closely on ASHA reports and state submissions.
Mentor students on research projects when appropriate.
Assist in the development of online courses as needed.
Oversee new program initiatives.

Qualifications
Education/Experience
PhD (preferred) or other doctoral equivalent in Speech Pathology or a related field from an accredited university. ABA will be considered.
ASHA certification
Eligibility for State licensure
Knowledge and experience in Adult Communications and Swallowing Disorders is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.
Ability to take direction & handle tasks independently, as needed.
Ability to work independently and initiate programmatic innovations.
Ability to effectively teach a variety of subject matters.
Strong prioritization and writing skills.,
Ability to handle student issues.
Familiarity of ASHA and State requirements.
Maximum Salary
USD $115,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Salary
USD $92,000.00/Yr.
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Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

Full range of Health Plans
Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
Dependent Care and Transit Programs
Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Short-term and Long-term disability programs
Retirement Plan (403b) - matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre-tax contributions immediately following employment)
Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Early-Release Fridays (upon approval)
Generous Paid Time Off
Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
Annual Holiday Schedule