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Touro University

Preclinical Faculty

Hawthorne, NY

$56K - $70K/yr

This position directly reports to their Course Director at the Touro College of Dental Medicine and indirectly to the Director of Preclinical Education, Preclinical Faculty. * Attend all lectures and ...

BESTICA INC

Instructional Designing Instructor

Dayton, OH

$61.40K - $83.10K/yr

The Employee shall work with the course directors, other instructors, and Office of the Dean personnel to provide instructional support for multiple courses. * The Employee shall demonstrate ...

Lipscomb University

Anatomy Lab Student Worker

Nashville, TN

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

The Gross Anatomy Lab student worker will support the course director by answering questions and assisting students as they complete dissection steps during the lab. Additionally, the student worker ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average weekly pay for course director in the United States is $997.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $480.77 and $1,442.31 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Course Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Course Director, you need expertise in curriculum design, subject matter knowledge, and educational program management, often backed by an advanced degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), assessment tools, and accreditation standards is typically required. Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills help in guiding instructors and engaging stakeholders. These competencies ensure effective course delivery, high educational standards, and successful learning outcomes.

What are some common challenges Course Directors face when managing multiple courses simultaneously?

Course Directors often juggle several courses at once, which can make prioritizing tasks and maintaining consistent quality across curricula challenging. Balancing administrative responsibilities, such as scheduling and resource allocation, with supporting faculty and addressing student needs requires strong organizational and communication skills. Effective Course Directors use collaborative tools, delegate tasks when appropriate, and maintain clear communication with instructors and support staff to ensure smooth course delivery and continuous improvement.

What does a Course Director do?

A Course Director is responsible for designing, managing, and overseeing the delivery of educational courses or programs. They collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure course content meets academic standards and learning objectives. Course Directors also coordinate teaching schedules, assess course effectiveness, and may mentor instructors or handle student concerns related to the course. Their role is pivotal in maintaining the quality and consistency of the educational experience.

What is the difference between Course Director vs Program Coordinator?

AspectCourse DirectorProgram Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in education or related fields, along with experience in curriculum developmentUsually holds a bachelor's degree; certifications in project management or education are common
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily in educational institutions, training centers, or online education platformsOperates across various settings, including schools, nonprofits, and corporate training programs
ResponsibilitiesDesigns and oversees course content, manages instructors, ensures quality standardsCoordinates program activities, manages schedules, handles logistics and communication

While both roles involve educational program management, a Course Director focuses on curriculum development and instructional quality, whereas a Program Coordinator handles logistical and administrative tasks to support program delivery.

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Clinical Skills Course Director - Pre-Clerkships (Open Rank)

Clinical Skills Course Director - Pre-Clerkships (Open Rank)

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX • On-site

$28.50 - $38.75/hr

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Posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Title Information
Faculty Title Job Class Code FLSA
Position Information
Posting Number FRGV1666 Working Title Clinical Skills Course Director - Pre-Clerkships (Open Rank) Number of Vacancies 1 Location Edinburg, Texas Division/Organization Division of Health Affairs Appointment Period for Non-Tenure Position 1 year Tenure Status Non Tenure Track FTE 1.0 Scope of Job
The UTRGV SOM seeks to hire a highly qualified faculty to lead and teach clinical skills and simulation within the pre-clerkship curriculum of the medical education program. The Clinical Skills Course Director will ensure innovative clinical skills, simulation, and assessment are implemented while applying best practices and the most up-to-date techniques. The identified faculty will be expected to design, implement and assess a comprehensive and cohesive course within the curriculum that ensures fulfillment of standards for exceptional clinical skills competencies in line with the SOM medical education program objectives, the central curricular authority committee, and LCME standards. The identified faculty will facilitate, plan and implement OSCEs within the curriculum and develop innovative assessments to evaluate student's clinical competence in history taking, physical examination, differential diagnoses development, medical documentation (H&P, SOAP notes) and patient centered communication. The pre-clerkship clinical skills director will collaborate with the clinical skills staff to develop and implement a uniform standardized patient program. The faculty will also be required to utilize clinical skills and simulation curricular / educational technology platforms (i.e. Simulation IQ, Blackboard, Progress IQ, One4, 5etc.) to collect data and monitor student's progress in achieving annual milestones and competence.
Position has a full-time instructional mandate, and the recruited candidate must be committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring of first- and second-year medical students, in addition to contributing to associated activities such as curricular/course development, or the implementation of new and innovative pedagogies. In addition to their instructional responsibilities, faculty are encouraged to pursue scholarly activities, especially in areas related to medical education. All faculty are expected to contribute to the SOM via participation in service-related activities including committee / workgroup membership and other volunteer efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
M.D., D.O., P.A., N.P. or equivalent degree and prior experience in simulation in academic medicine.
Discipline Specific Required Qualifications
Clinical Skills and simulation training or certification
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching experience in an LCME-accredited medical school
License or Certification Required? Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Desired Start Date 06/27/2023
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Open Date Close Date Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed institution. As such and as assigned, the position may
require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Work is
performed primarily in a general office environment. This position is security sensitive
and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code
51.215. The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of
Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least
135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement
Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week
and at least 135 days in length.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Social Security Number
Gender
Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission.
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
Security sensitive; All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). CBCs will be conducted for all candidates invited for an on-campus interview
Please Note
Texas law requires faculty members whose primary language is not English to
demonstrate proficiency in English as determined by a satisfactory paper-based
test score of 500 (computer-based of 173 or internet-based of 61) on the Test of
English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or a satisfactory test score of 6.0 on the
International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All positions are subject to budget approval.
Quick Link https://utrgv-sb.peopleadmin.com/postings/43368

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