Director of Foundation Year

Urban Ridge Supplies

Employer Active

Posted 7 hrs ago

Experience

8 - 13 Years

Education

Any Graduation, Ph.D/Doctorate

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Academic & Programme Leadership

  • Create curriculum, policies, assessments, and learning outcomes.

  • Oversee subjects like English, General Education, Mathematics, and introductory tracks.

  • Introduce modern teaching methods and student-focused learning.

Faculty & Team Management

  • Recruit and manage instructors and coordinators.

  • Conduct training, coaching, and performance evaluations.

  • Build a strong academic culture.

Student Success

  • Manage placement testing and student progression.

  • Develop systems to support struggling students.

  • Monitor attendance, performance, and retention.

Operations

  • Handle scheduling, timetables, budgets, and LMS systems (Canvas preferred).

  • Ensure smooth daily academic operations.

Accreditation & Quality Assurance

  • Prepare the programme for ETEC and NCAAA accreditation from Day 1.

  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and evidence tracking.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Coordinate with admissions, academic colleges, and ASU partners.

  • Represent the Foundation Year in university committees and accreditation discussions.

Desired Candidate Profile

PhD/EdD in Education, Applied Linguistics, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field preferred.

  • Strong Master s candidates may also be considered.

8 10 years in higher education.

  • 3 5 years in leadership/programme management roles.
  • Experience with Foundation Year or pathway programmes required.
  • International/U.S.-affiliated university experience preferred.
  • Start-up university experience is a major advantage.

Curriculum design and accreditation knowledge.

  • Leadership and stakeholder management.
  • Data-driven decision making.
  • LMS knowledge (especially Canvas).
  • Strong English required; Arabic preferred.

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Director Of Foundation Year

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