Instructor/Program Director-Respiratory Care

WEATHERFORD COLLEGE; Weatherford (TX); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Weatherford College seeks an Instructor/Program Director for Respiratory Care. The position leads instructional programs, coordinates curricula, and develops clinical opportunities for students.

The candidate must hold a valid RRT with Texas license, a Bachelors in Respiratory Care, and substantial RRT experience, including teaching in a CoARC-accredited program. Responsibilities include planning courses, supervising faculty, and maintaining program accreditation standards.

Formación

• Must hold a valid RRT credential and state license.
• Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as an RRT with ≥2 years in clinical Respiratory Care.
• Two years’ experience as faculty or clinical instructor/preceptor in a CoARC program preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and supervise instructional programs; set term course offerings and enrollment limits.
• Recruit, interview, and hire adjuncts; assign workloads and responsibilities to faculty.
• Coordinate curricular issues, accreditation matters, and program assessments.
• Establish clinical affiliations and manage relationships with external facilities.

Conocimientos

RRT credential

State license

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care

4+ years RRT experience

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care

Master’s degree in Respiratory Care

Descripción del empleo

Instructor/Program Director-Respiratory Care

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment. Weatherford College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Position Information

Requisition Number

F0029314

Position Title

Instructor/Program Director-Respiratory Care

Appointment Type

Faculty

Campus

Weatherford Campus [10]

FLSA

Exempt

Full-time/ Part-time

Full-time

Job Type

Term

Term

12-month

Salary Minimum

Dependent Upon Qualifications and experience

Proposed Start Date

01/05/2027

Is Grant Funded?

No

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

Primary duties of full time faculty include teaching courses in the approved discipline, providing instruction to facilitate student acquisition of the specific learning outcomes identified for the assigned courses, as well as recruiting, advising, and mentoring students in and outside of the classroom. The faculty member creates and maintains an effective learning environment in the modalities of the courses assigned, be they face-to-face, hybrid, online, or within the context of dual credit instruction. Full time faculty members are also responsible for participation in professional development activities, serving on college committees, developing and updating curriculum, textbook, equipment selection and instructional materials. Faculty members are expected to maintain familiarity with and adhere to College policies and procedures. This individual will also be responsible for identifying, contracting and assigning clinical opportunities for the students.

Qualifications

Must hold a valid RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) credential and hold a state license. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care, and have a minimum of 4 years’ experience as an RRT with at least 2 years in clinical Respiratory Care. Have a minimum of two years’ experience either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs.
Must meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ) academic, oral and written English proficiency requirements. Must be willing to teach day, evening and/or weekend classes.

Required Education

Must have a Bachelors degree in Respiratory Care

Preferred Education

Masters degree in Respiratory Care

Required Experience

4 years experience as an RRT with at least 2 years in clinical Respiratory Care. Have a minimum of two years’ experience either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

I. Plans, supervises, and leads development of the instructional programs.
A. Plans program course offering each term.
B. Recommends course enrollment limits to dean.
C. Advises dean of time and facilities scheduling.
D. Plans and supervises program sponsored events.
II. Supervises selection, orientation, development, performance, and evaluation of program faculty.
A. Recruits, interviews, and recommends-for-hire adjunct faculty.
B. Aids institution in recruiting, interviewing and recommending-for-hire full time faculty.
C. Assigns instructional course loads to program faculty each term.
D. Assigns non-instructional responsibilities including advising and committee assignments to program faculty.
E. Periodically evaluates program faculty with focus on professional development and continuous improvement in instruction.
III . Communicates with program personnel and administration regarding program matters.
A. Includes all program faculty in communication regarding curricular and instructional issues (includes FT, PT, Dual Credit, and off-campus personnel.)
B. Conducts periodic meetings with program faculty, advisory committees, and task-groups.
C. Addresses and resolves program faculty, student, and staff concerns, conflicts, or complaints in a timely manner or refers them to appropriate administrators if not resolved.
IV. Monitors standards of quality for the program.
A. Leads program faculty in creation and updating of master syllabi.
B. Maintains essential program instructional documents including class syllabi and class outlines.
C. Recommends selection of new textbooks to dean for approval.
D. Maintains educational standards within the program through program and performance evaluations.
E. Ensures program curriculum development is compliant with accreditation standards.
F. Cooperates with appropriate institutional work units in program planning, assessment, and reporting processes.
G. Assists dean in timely completion of all program instructional reporting functions including processing of absence reports and final grade reports.
H. Monitors program activities impacting external accrediting bodies, Carl Perkins, WIA , Tech Prep articulation agreements, dual credit contracts, and TSI placement standards as appropriate to the work unit.
I. Monitors program publication materials for accuracy (including the online catalog, semester class schedule, and printed advertisements.)
J. Perform other duties relating to curriculum and instruction as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
K. Performs annual review of program faculty credentials for compliance with SACS accreditation standards.
V. Prepares, recommends, and manages program resources.
A. With cooperation and involvement of faculty, prepares annual program budget.
B. Provides initial approval for all program purchase and work orders. Ensures all personnel and business operations forms are completed and processed.
VI. Effectively works with external accrediting agencies to acquire or maintain state and national accreditations.
A. Work with and maintain accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care Programs and Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS )
VII . Establishes and maintains Clinical Affiliations with area health care facilities in conjunction with the RC Clinical Coordinator.
A. Makes original contact with prospective clinical facilities.
B. Negotiate with clinical facility liaison to establish annual contracts.
C. Monitor clinical relationship with facilities through out the year.
D. Institute the annual clinical contract renewal with facilities.
E. Continually seek new clinical affiliations to improve program quality.
F. Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of all clinical affiliations.
G.Performs other duties relating to curriculum and instruction as assigned by supervisor.

*Program Directors will be given a six-hour load reduction to accomplish the required duties of Program Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to develop curriculum and instruct using two-way interactive video, hybrid, internet and face-to-face courses; ability to provide instruction that will achieve the specific goals and objectives stated in the syllabi of the assigned courses; ability to create a wholesome, meaningful learning environment in the classroom and/or laboratory; ability to communicate effectively with students, college personnel and administration, peers and public groups; ability to treat all persons with respect, dignity and justice, without discrimination based upon race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, veteran status or other protected status; ability to exercise the highest professional and ethical standards in the use of College time and resources; and, ability to observe the stated policies and procedures of the College.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Current License to practice Respiratory Care in the State of Texas

Open Date

10/15/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is designated as a security sensitive position and requires a satisfactory criminal history background check. Males between the ages of 18 through 25 must be properly registered with the Selective Service System to be eligible for employment. Weatherford College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity institution that provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/vitae
• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Transcript 2

Weatherford College is an Equal Opportunity College Weatherford College 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.