Instructor-Respiratory Therapy, 9-month
Employer
Job Location
201 Highway 321 South
Dallas, North Carolina, 28034
Salary/Grade
Benefits
Job Category
- Instructional (Faculty)
Application Period
Closes: Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Target Start Date
Expected Work Hours
Employment Type
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- Must hold at least a baccalaureate degree in respiratory care or a related healthcare field from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- The faculty member must:
a) hold a valid RRT credential and current state license;
b) have a minimum of four (4) years' experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care;
c) have a minimum of two (2) years' experience teaching in an accredited respiratory care program either as an appointed faculty member or as a clinical preceptor.
Physical Conditions:
- Classroom environment; work closely with others; may be exposed to hazardous laboratory substances.
- Frequent walking, standing, and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
- Frequent communications, verbal and written.
- Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Supplemental Information:
- Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class; they are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
- All advertised positions are contingent upon funding.
- All employees are paid by direct deposit.
- Copies of all unofficial degree transcripts, including coursework completed and degree conferred, must be provided during the on-line application process. Official transcripts are required to be forwarded to the CVCC Personnel Office upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Position Description
SUMMARY
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - Review of applications will begin 10/21/22
This is a full time, 9-month position shared between Catawba Valley Community College and Gaston College, with teaching assignment on the Dallas Campus of Gaston College.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction to students.
- Prepares for each learning experience; prepares, maintains, and updates lesson plans; develops and prepares methods to evaluate student performance; prepares laboratory to provide demonstrations and hands-on experience as appropriate; orders supplemental materials to enhance textbook lessons as appropriate.
- Meets classes/labs/clinical at scheduled times.
- Develops and prepares tests to evaluate student performance; proctors tests; grades and records individual scores. Evaluates student performance in laboratory/clinical when applicable.
- Serves as academic advisor and counselor, assists in registration of students and maintains advisee files, provides individual assistance to students outside of classroom as appropriate.
- Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum and/or courses.
- Regularly attends faculty meetings, staff meetings, and graduation ceremonies as required.
- Maintains accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintains various records and databases according to program needs or accreditation requirements and submits records according to policy.
- Maintains current knowledge in the appropriate academic fields; participates in staff development programs, workshops, seminars, and other continuing education programs as appropriate. (Minimum of 30 hours per year.)
- Assists with and carries out, as required, the implementation of policies and procedures related to the instructional area.
- Communicates clearly, concisely, and in a caring manner with students.
- Participates on standing, ad hoc, or other institutional committees and activities as required.
- Participates, as required, in the development and operation of program advisory committees.
- Assesses the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revises and improves lessons format; evaluates a variety of textbooks, films, and videos; selects books and other materials to be used for assigned instructional classes.
- Demonstrates competence regarding the handling of hazardous substances; trains students in the safe handling of hazardous substances or equipment, where applicable.
- Selects, recommends, and maintains a variety of laboratory equipment, tools, and supplies where applicable.
- Maintains classroom/laboratory/shop area to include overall cleanliness and conformance to OSHA requirements where applicable.
- Participates in the budget process as requested.
- Participates in the orientation of new part-time and full-time faculty as requested.
- Maintains required office hours according to established policies.
- Develops/maintains personal contacts with business and industry as appropriate.
- Serves as an effective liaison between college programs and clinical agencies as appropriate.
- Maintains inventory of equipment and supplies, as assigned.
- Interacts with colleagues and students in a collegial and professional manner.
- Performs back-up instructional activities for other instructors as appropriate.
- Participates in recruitment of students and/or promotion of college programs as appropriate for the teaching area.
- Participates in a variety of student related administrative activities including reviewing admission requirements, program evaluation, student progress, and qualifications for graduation.
How to Apply
Job Post Contact
Maelle Keener