Director, Foundation Program

About the role

The American International University seeks a dynamic Director to lead its Foundation Program, providing strategic academic and operational leadership for English and Mathematics preparatory curricula.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations of English and Mathematics preparatory programs, including study‑skills components.
• Develop and implement program goals, procedures, and activities aligned with university leadership.
• Manage course scheduling, faculty coordination, teaching assignments, and program logistics.
• Monitor student performance, progression, and retention data to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Admissions, Academic Advising, Student Support and other units to facilitate student transition into credit‑bearing programs.
• Supervise learning spaces, laboratories, instructional resources, and related facilities.
• Promote curriculum, teaching, assessment and student‑support improvements.
• Prepare and maintain program reports and performance updates.
• Support faculty development, performance and instructional quality.
• Represent the Foundation Program on university committees and contribute to academic initiatives.
• Teach one course per semester as required.

Required profile

• PhD in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, Mathematics, Education or a related discipline.
• Minimum five years of relevant higher‑education experience, preferably in foundation or developmental programs.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, program management and faculty coordination.

Required skills

• Strong academic leadership and program‑management capabilities.
• Expertise in English and/or Mathematics education and student academic support.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to lead diverse faculty teams and manage program resources effectively.
• Data‑driven approach to student success and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to academic excellence, ethical leadership and student success.