Adjunct Instructor- Adult Echocardiography

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Adult Echocardiography. The role involves teaching and mentoring students in various modes of instruction including face-to-face and online. Applicants should possess clinical experience and relevant academic qualifications.

Qualified candidates must have at least an associate degree and registration in adult echocardiography. A commitment to ethical standards and effective communication is essential. This continuous recruitment position offers a chance to impact student learning positively.

Qualifications

• Three years full-time clinical experience as an adult cardiac sonographer.
• Previous adult echocardiography teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline and facilitate learning outcomes.
• Mentor students and provide instruction across various learning modes.
• Assess student performance and maintain ethical professional behavior.

Skills

Ability to instruct in face-to-face, hybrid, online, and dual-credit courses

Effective communication with students and staff

Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment

Mentoring skills

Education

Associate degree and/or 2–5 years work experience

Bachelor’s degree/6–10 years experience

Master’s degree/11–15 years experience

Doctorate/16+ years experience

ARDMS or CCI registration in adult echocardiography

Job description

Adjunct Instructor – Adult Echocardiography

This position is a security‑sensitive role and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between ages 18 through 25 must be registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Position Summary

Weatherford College occasionally has openings for adjunct instructors. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply for this continuous‑recruitment adjunct faculty position within the department. Winning applicants will be added to a pool from which the hiring manager may draw on an as‑needed basis when a need arises for the academic year. If your qualifications meet the faculty requirements, you will be contacted.

Required Education

• Associate degree and/or 2–5 years work experience in the field of study;
• Bachelor’s degree and/or 6–10 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study;
• Master’s degree and/or 11–15 years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study;
• Doctorate degree and/or 16+ years work experience in the field of study and/or credentialed in the field of study;
• Associate degree plus ARDMS or CCI registration in adult echocardiography are minimum requirements. Copies of certificates/license must be submitted with application.

Required Experience

Three years full‑time clinical experience as an adult cardiac sonographer.

Preferred Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Preferred Experience

Previous adult echocardiography or diagnostic medical sonography related teaching experience is a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses.
• Mentor students in and outside of the classroom.
• Create and maintain an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, including face‑to‑face, hybrid, online/Zoom, or within the context of dual‑credit instruction.
• Adhere to College policies and procedures.
• Provide instruction in both traditional and non‑traditional learning modes and engage in instructional preparation.
• Provide timely feedback to students and respond to student communications promptly.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades in a timely fashion.
• Maintain ethical and professional behavior.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Attend adjunct faculty meetings and assess courses at departmental and institutional levels.
• Complete required training and other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to instruct in face‑to‑face, hybrid, online, and dual‑credit courses.
• Ability to provide instruction that achieves specific goals and objectives.
• Ability to create a professional and effective learning environment.
• Effective communication with students, college personnel, peers, and public groups.
• Ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity, and justice, without discrimination.
• Exercise the highest professional and ethical standards using College time and resources.
• Observe stated policies and procedures of the College.

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity College. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information in educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.