Adjunct Faculty – Surgical Technology

ivytech; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Educational Benefits

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach Surgical Technology at the South Bend campus for the Fall 2026 semester. This part-time role involves delivering classes, using technology to enhance instruction, and supporting student retention and success.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in Surgical Technology or higher, national certification in the field, and at least five years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
• Credential in surgical technology through a national certification program accredited by CAAHEP.
• Minimum five years of experience in OR scrub or as an instructor in surgical technology within the past ten years.
• Proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Support retention and completion by working with students.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials; maintain accurate records.
• Engage with students to promote active learning and positive experience at Ivy Tech.
• Interact professionally with students and colleagues and comply with college policies.
• Ensure knowledge and implementation of emergency and safety procedures in classrooms and labs.

Skills

Instructional design

BLS certification

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or higher

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Ivy Tech South Bend campus is searching for an individual passionate about Surgical Technology and for teaching the next generation of CSTs to enter the workforce.

This part-time position would start teaching this upcoming fall semester that starts in the Fall 2026 Semester.

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION: Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Program Chair, Department Chair, or Dean
SUPERVISION GIVEN: None

CLASSIFICATION: Part-Time

COMPENSATION: $47.35/ Contracted Hour

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Works with students to remove barriers to retention and completion of the program.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with college policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• 1.Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• 2.Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• 3.Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• 4.Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A qualified faculty member teaching Surgical Technology courses meets the Surgical Technology program standard or the course standard, whichever standard applies to the specific course.

• Possesses an associate degree in Surgical Technology or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by CAAHEP
• Has a minimum total of five years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both within the past ten years, and
• Possesses proficiency in instructional methodology, curriculum design, and program planning.
• Possesses a current BLS certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• College level teaching experience.
• Bachelor's degree

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.