Director of Dual Enrollment

Carson-Newman University is a Christian, liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures. 

Job Title:      Director of Dual Enrollment                                                                                              

Department:   Student Success                                      

Reports To:  Provost and Dean of Student Success                                      

Location:   On-site

FLSA Status: Exempt

Time Requirements:   37.5 hours per week                             

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None     

Summary Description: Carson-Newman University seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to serve as the Director of Dual Enrollment. This individual will oversee and expand the university’s dual enrollment program, fostering partnerships with secondary schools to provide students with high-quality Christ-centered educational opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a passion for Christian education, strong administrative skills, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

• As an intentionally Christian academic community, Christian employees are hired to advance the mission of Carson-Newman as expressed in our strategic plan, Acorns to Oaks.

Program Development and Management

• Develop the dual enrollment program, including student recruitment, enrollment processes, and academic advising.
• Create early college pathways leading to C-N associate degrees.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with homeschool co-ops, private Christian schools, and public secondary schools, fostering strong collaborative relationships.
• Ensure compliance with state, institutional policies, and accreditation standards related to dual enrollment programs.
• Collaborate with faculty to ensure the quality and alignment of dual enrollment courses with Carson-Newman’s academic standards.
• Collaborate with other university departments, including Admissions, Financial Aid, Institutional Effectiveness, and the Registrar, to ensure seamless program operations.

Student and School Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact for dual enrollment students, parents, and partner school administrators.
• Provide support to faculty to ensure student success in dual enrollment courses.
• Facilitate orientation programs for dual enrollment students to help them integrate into Carson-Newman’s academic community.
• Assist school partners in identifying and preparing students for participation in dual enrollment opportunities.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Manage early college pathways leading to C-N associate degrees.
• Manage program records, including student enrollment, grades, and progress.
• Analyze program data to assess success and identify areas for growth.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the program to prospective students and schools.

Christ-centered Leadership

• Model and promote the university’s Christ-centered mission and values in all aspects of the role.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to students and partner schools, encouraging holistic development grounded in Christian principles.
• Engage in professional development to remain informed about trends in dual enrollment and Christian education.

Education:  Master’s degree in education, administration, or a related field.

Experience:   Previous experience as an administrator or academic coach in a Christian secondary school or coordinating shared programs between higher education and secondary schools.

Required Skills:  We are seeking an individual with experience in secondary or higher education settings, particularly with dual enrollment programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills and demonstrate the ability to integrate faith and learning within an educational context. Familiarity with state policies governing dual enrollment programs is essential. The successful candidate will be committed to Carson-Newman University’s mission to help students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant-leaders, with a focus on academic excellence and Christian values. The role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Additionally, the candidate should have the capacity to build and sustain relationships with diverse audiences, including students, parents, faculty, and administrators, and possess strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to effectively address challenges.

Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.

General Information:  This description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and duties. It is the responsibility of the supervisor for this position to formally outline in writing any performance expectations including specific duties for which the employee assigned to this position will be held accountable in terms of performance evaluation.

Employee Expectations:  The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees.