Instructor - Respiratory Care

Columbus State Community College; North Carolina; On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a full-time, salaried Instructor in Respiratory Care. You will teach assigned courses, design and oversee curriculum, and uphold program quality in line with college policies, while fostering inclusive learning through diverse teaching methods.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in education or a health-related field, four years RTT experience, and two years of clinical plus teaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a health-related major.
• Four years as a registered respiratory technician (RTT).
• Two years of clinical experience and two years of teaching, training, or being a preceptor.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and oversees curriculum per department policies.
• Designs curriculum embracing diversity to foster talent and inclusive teaching.
• Maintains attendance, submits grades timely, and communicates progress with students.
• Be a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or a health-related major

Job description

Compensation Type

Compensation Type: Salaried Compensation: $54,033.00 Full-time members of the faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the Colleges’ mission, vision, values, strategic plan, President’s & Board of Trustees’ charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the College. Faculty members are classified according to the ranks of Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor. Faculty members are subject to Board policies, including academic freedom, and are also bound by its accompanying responsibilities. The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of leader, teacher, adviser, mentor, and facilitator of learning. This position is intended to be in respiratory care instruction.

Instruction & Student Learning

Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology. Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies. Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Create and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements. Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with the College’s guidelines. Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Be a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment.

Student Engagement & Advisement

Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners. Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College. Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom. Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion. Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Continuous Improvement

• Assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities;
• Contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other instructional facilities;
• Providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and syllabi;
• Recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.

Professional Development

Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other career-related needs. Employs student, administrative and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development, and participates in professional development activities. Contributes, as appropriate, to the planning, evaluation, and/or presentation of college professional development programs. Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.

Culture of Respect

Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a health-related major.
• Four (4) years as a registered respiratory technician (RTT).
• Two (2) years of clinical experience and 2 years of teaching, training, or being a preceptor.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Ohio Respiratory Therapy (RT) licensure.
• Active credentials with National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC).
• Maintain BLS certification (bi-annual renew).

Compensation Details

• 9-Month Instructor Salary: $54,033 - $60,516.96.
• Optional Summer Semester (Full load): $17,481.26 - $19,579.02.
• Optional Overload (maximum amounts shown): Autumn Semester (15 contact hours max): $14,640.
• Spring Semester (12 contact hours max): $14,640.
• Summer Semester (12 contact hours max): $11,712.
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time.
• Union (If Applicable): Columbus State Education Association.
• Scheduled Hours: 40.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check and/or MVR check as well as a 10-panel drug screen required during the pre-employment process (required for most positions).

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