Instructor, Radiographic Technology (Clinical) - Adjunct (Pool)

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston City College seeks an Instructional Faculty member to support the radiography program through teaching, advising, and service. The role includes developing syllabi, employing diverse teaching methods, and participating in program assessment and accreditation activities.

The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours per week per semester and will engage with department, division, and college activities to enhance student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in radiography required.
• Master’s degree or higher preferred.
• ARRT registration in radiography required; CT or MRI registrations preferred.
• Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses with competency-based objectives across multiple sites.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit reports on time.
• Develop syllabi for each course and coordinate with department chair.
• Use varied teaching methods and materials to meet diverse learning needs.
• Engage in academic advising, service, and professional development activities.
• Participate in department and college meetings and accreditation efforts.

Skills

Teaching ability

Day/evening classes

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Diversity awareness

Student motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in radiography

Master’s degree or higher

ARRT radiography registration

ARRT CT/MRI registration

Eligibility to teach clinical courses

Tools

None

Job description

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that supports the college curriculum and programs.

Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning.

The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service.

The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours per week each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaching:
   1. Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline;
   2. Actively participate in the collection, analysis, documentation and reporting of data acquired to assess student, course and program outcomes and utilize data to improve teaching and learning;
   3. Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods;
   4. Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair;
   5. Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles;
   6. Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner;
   7. Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines;
   8. Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials;
   9. Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs;
   10. Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories;
   11. Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies and
   12. Should submit all grades, attendance rosters, or any other required items at the stipulated time
   Academic Advising:
   1. Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community;
   2. Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues;
   3. Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc.;
   4. Faculty members (may) provide information and assistance to individuals who maintain a web site related to assigned program; and
   5. Work with Chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).
   Professional Development:
   1. Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair;
   2. Keep pace with developments in the discipline;
   3. Learn and apply technologies that support student learning and
   4. Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college
   Institutional and Community Service:
   1. Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises;
   2. Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities;
   3. Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees;
   4. Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCCS;
   5. Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment admission, enrollment and retention of students, and/or special programs;
   6. Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCCS;
   7. Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards;
   8. Participate in the HCCS planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities;
   9. Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/ industry, and higher education and
   10. Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in radiography required

Master's degree or higher preferred

Hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration in radiography and be certified by the Texas Department of State Health Services as a medical radiologic technologist

Additional registration by the ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) preferred

Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites

EXPERIENCE

3 years recent experience in general radiography required.

1 year teaching in a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology accredited radiography program preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city
2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
4. Possess good organizational and planning skills
5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities
6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment
7. Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.