Program Director – CDL

Ancora Education

. Provide leadership and subject matter expertise for the CDL program .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeMiddletown • New York • United StatesLead💰 $60,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development and instructional materials while providing leadership in faculty development and student support. Possesses strong management skills and knowledge of federal and state regulations relevant to the CDL program.

Highest-signal resume keywords

CDL Class A License5 Years Industry Experience2 Years Management ExperienceFaculty Development KnowledgeFederal FMCSA Standards Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentAcademic AdvisingStudent Retention InitiativesPerformance AppraisalsProgram Budget PlanningTraining and Safety Equipment HandlingCourse Content FacilitationData Analysis for ImprovementInterdepartmental CollaborationStudent Interaction Monitoring

Soft Skills

Superior Verbal CommunicationWritten Communication SkillsInterpersonal Relationship SkillsCreative Problem SolvingPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

DOT Medical Examiner’s CertificateIndustry Certification in Field of Instruction

Industry Keywords

Driver TrainerPost-Secondary InstructionAccreditation StandardsGovernment ReportingFaculty MeetingsStudent Support ServicesContinuous ImprovementCampus Effectiveness PlanStudent RecruitmentPerformance Evaluation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership and subject matter expertise for the CDL program
Participate in curriculum development, revision, and implementation
Provide product knowledge training to Account Management and Career Services personnel
Engage with potential students and participate in new student orientation
Hire, assign, orient, develop, evaluate, and recognize Driver Trainers
Convene regular faculty meetings and support the student population
Provide academic advising, tutoring referrals, outside-resource referrals, and student support
Lead student retention initiatives and maintain regular contact with students
Monitor and document student interactions and Driver Trainer contact
Serve as subject matter expert for curriculum, instructional materials, equipment, and facilities
Provide input on course sequencing, offerings, room assignments, and teaching assignments
Recruit, interview, hire, supervise, mentor, observe, and coach Driver Trainers
Maintain faculty files, transcripts, professional development records, observations, and performance reviews
Conduct faculty performance appraisals and weekly day/evening faculty meetings
Support student recruitment and provide departmental product knowledge training
Maintain knowledge of federal/state regulations and accreditation standards
Participate in government and accreditation reports
Analyze student questionnaire data and recommend improvements
Maintain regular office hours and collaborate on interdepartmental activities
Resolve personnel issues and assist with program budget planning
Perform all duties of a full-time Driver Trainer
Define roles and objectives, monitor performance, provide feedback, and develop others
Lead continuous improvement and maintain the campus effectiveness plan

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED
Industry certification in the field of instruction if required by industry, or demonstrated knowledge equivalent to the certification
CDL Class A license with at least 3 years driving experience
5 years of industry experience in the field of instruction
2 years of experience in a management or supervisory role
Knowledge regarding faculty development, including requirements, delivery methods, and reporting
Knowledge of industry standards and requirements within the field of instruction
Knowledge of and ability to facilitate learning on course content within the field of instruction
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Interpersonal relationship skills necessary for positive interactions with students, alumni, faculty, and employers
Excellent creative and problem solving skills
Excellent presentation skills
Management skills in planning, organizing, controlling and evaluating programs and policies
Knowledge of federal FMCSA and state Department of Motor Vehicle standards
Ability to frequently climb in/out of the cab, bend, squat, kneel, twist and reach
Ability to crank trailer landing gear, handle training and safety equipment, and potentially assist with loading/unloading
Ability to sustain physical activity and remain alert during extended driving and instructional periods
Must possess and maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and meet DOT physical qualifications required to hold a CDL
Associate’s Degree or higher, documented specialized competency, or equivalent work experience in the field of instruction (preferred)
5 years of experience in academic instruction in a post-secondary environment (preferred)
10 years of experience in the field of instruction (preferred)
3 years of experience in a management or supervisory role (preferred)
Previous experience as an academic program director (preferred)