Adjunct - Respiratory Therapy

Ivy Tech Community College; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,314 - 78,781; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to vision care plan

Employee Assistance Program

Fee remission for employees and dependents

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College seeks an Adjunct - Respiratory Therapy in Indianapolis, Indiana. This part-time faculty role includes creating a learning environment and providing effective instruction in respiratory therapy. Candidates must hold a baccalaureate degree, be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), and have at least four years of direct experience in the field. Benefits include health care options and fee remission. Classes are taught on-campus; remote work is not available.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies in respiratory therapy.
• Qualified faculty member with at least four years of direct experience in Respiratory Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning through effective instruction in respiratory therapy classes.
• Engage students proactively to impact their learning positively.

Skills

Knowledge of current technologies in respiratory therapy

Effective communication

Teaching strategies development

Education

Earned baccalaureate or higher degree

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Indiana-licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (RTP)

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct - Respiratory Therapy

Location

Indianapolis

Job Type

Part-time

Classification

Adjunct faculty

Salary Range

$48.67 Per Contact Hour

Reports To

Department/Program Chair

Application Requirements

• All Applications must include a Cover Letter and an Unofficial Transcript

About The Role

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.

Major Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials; maintain accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Supplement and alter, where appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials while maintaining accurate records.
• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and lead to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning.
• Interact with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complying with College policies, guidelines, and expectations.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency/safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.
• Maintain a safe, quality educational environment.
• Promote an environment that reflects the diverse backgrounds represented by students and employees in which every individual feels respected and valued.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.
• Respiratory Therapy Program Standard: Qualified faculty member in Respiratory Therapy must possess an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution; completed academic preparation appropriate to the program; be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT); be an Indiana‑licensed Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (RTP); and have at least four years of direct experience in Respiratory Therapy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Available to travel to off‑site locations in Northeast Indiana such as clinics and hospitals; may require early morning starts (example: 5:30 am) depending on availability and location needs. Flexibility on travel preferences is acceptable.

Other Requirements

• Employment contingent upon an acceptable criminal background check.
• Unofficial transcripts required at the time of application; official transcripts due at the time of hire.
• Classes will be taught in‑person on campus; remote option not offered.

Education And Experience

• Meet the education component of the School of Medicine discipline standard through one of the following routes:
  • Possess any specialized certifications or credentials required for the course as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and have 5 years of directly related work experience related to the competencies listed in the COR.
  • Possess a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education that is appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the COR; or possess any specialized certifications required for the course as indicated in the COR.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness
  • Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low‑cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
  • Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits
  • 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.