Part-Time Respiratory Care Instructor, Bachelors Program Emphasis (Pool)

San Mateo County Community College District; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

San Mateo County Community College District invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in Respiratory Care. The instructor will teach assigned lecture and laboratory courses within the Respiratory Care curriculum, contribute to curriculum revisions, and participate in program assessment and development.

Responsibilities include developing materials and learning outcomes, engaging in professional development, advising students during office hours, and collaborating with colleagues to

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher, or equivalent foreign degree, in a discipline reasonably related to the faculty member's assignment and a bachelor's degree in a discipline reasonably related to the assignment.
• Current registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure in California (or eligibility for California licensure).
• Resident of California at time of employment.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to equity-minded practice for diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned lecture and laboratory courses within the Respiratory Care curriculum.
• Assist in curriculum revisions and new course development and program planning.
• Develop and select course materials, equipment, and technology to enhance respiratory care offerings.
• Participate in assessing student learning outcomes and program review.
• Engage in professional development to maintain expertise in teaching and discipline pedagogy.
• Support instruction and student success as part of the community of practice and beyond classroom hours.
• Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours.
• Perform other duties as required by contract and district needs.

Skills

Respiratory care

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student outcomes assessment

Online/hybrid teaching tech

Equity-minded practice

Education

Master's degree or higher in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Schedule: Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based upon education and credited experience. Pending any course assignment, initial placement can range as follows: Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB) - $89.20 up to $130.94 per hour. Lecture Course (Salary Schedule HC) - $103.85 up to $151.07.

Months Per Year: Semester assignments as needed

Mandated Reporter: Yes

Campus Security Authority: No

Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach assigned lecture and laboratory courses within the Bachelor's Degree in Respiratory Care curriculum
• Assist in curriculum revisions and new course development, department planning, and program review
• Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment, and technology that will enhance the department's respiratory care offerings
• Participate, on an ongoing basis, in the development, assessment, and analysis of student learning outcomes in respiratory care
• Participate in professional development to maintain expertise in current teaching and discipline pedagogy and technology
• Participate as an active member in the community of practice supporting instruction and student success. Participation will require time beyond classroom instruction
• Consult with students during regularly scheduled office hours
• Perform other duties as required by contract, collective bargaining agreement, and general institutional needs

Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience)

Knowledge Of

• One or more specialty areas in respiratory care: adult critical care, neonatal/pediatric care, advanced respiratory care, case management, research, and/or leadership and management
• Current theories and teaching methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration, and engage students actively in learning, encouraging them to become independent, creative learners with higher-order thinking skills
• Professional associations in respiratory therapy and active involvement in relevant professional organizations
• Theoretical and practical applications of the subject matter and ability to adjust approach, organize, and explain content in ways appropriate to students' abilities

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in respiratory care, including clinical practice and teaching experience or preparation to teach
• An understanding and commitment to the role and purpose of the community college
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Acceptance of the division's commitment to established academic standards
• Support diverse students, ensuring equity through their educational experience
• Ability to use technology effectively to facilitate teaching and learning in online and hybrid classroom environments
• Develop instructional learning outcomes and methods for assessing students' achievement of these outcomes
• Initiative and commitment to working collaboratively with faculty and staff in the spirit of collegiality and innovation to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student success
• Contribute to department, division, and college activities; commit to professional responsibilities outside of the classroom

Job Requirements

• Possession of a Master's degree or higher, or equivalent foreign degree, in a discipline reasonably related to the faculty member's assignment and possession of a bachelor's degree, or equivalent foreign degree, in a discipline reasonably related to the faculty member's assignment
• Current registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential through the National Board for Respiratory Care
• Current Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) licensure in California (or eligibility for California licensure at the time of application/employment)
• Resident of California at time of employment
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership in state and national respiratory care professional organizations

Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions, an option during the application submission process. The three means of demonstrating equivalency are as follows. Applicants may select more than one form of equivalency but must provide applicable evidence for each type:

• Degree Equivalence The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise, or the coursework is slightly different. Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework.
• Academic Background Equivalence

Related To Disciplines In Which a Master's Degree Is Not Generally Expected Or Available Or Where The Degree Is Relatively Specialized, The Employee Or Applicant Must Have Completed At Least 24 Semester Units (or Equivalent) Of Coursework In The Academic Field Being Applied For, And Must Possess At Least The Equivalent Level Of Achievement And The Equivalent In Breadth, Depth Of Understanding, And Rigor In Each Of The Following

• a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and
• a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major.
• Professional Achievement Equivalence The employee or applicant must demonstrate equivalence to the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, publications, portfolios, speaking engagements, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications.

Additional Information

Safety

to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor.

• Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX

Work Demands

The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Environmental

typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available.

• Work evenings as needed
• Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
• Comprehend speech at normal levels
• Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
• Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Frequent bending at the waist
• Physical presence at on-site locations
• Communicate and interact with others
• Observe and interpret people and situations
• Learn and apply new information or skills
• Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks
• Perform highly detailed work under changing priorities and deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits

Academic employees participate in the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California or they may choose to participate in the STRS Cash Balance program or Social Security.

EEO Statement

San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity, Title IX, and Section 504 employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We seek to employ individuals who reflect our community's diversity of cultures, languages, and abilities. Our EEO Plan, grounded in Title 5 regulations, is developed and monitored by an EEO Advisory Committee, reviewed at least every three years, and supported by regular training for all members of selection and screening committees. We collect and analyze recruitment and retention data to measure progress and identify barriers.

Annual Security Report

San Mateo County Community College District's (SMCCCD) 2025 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years (2022-2024) concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. The 2025 Annual Security Report also outlines various campus safety and security policies concerning crime reporting, prevention and response to sexual and gender violence, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, emergency response and evacuation procedures, and other matters. The Annual Security Report also includes important tips to help every community member remain safe and avoid becoming a victim of crime. The 2025 Annual Security Report is now available on the Public Safety website. You can also obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at the District Office or any of the three Campuses [phone]. The report includes information about criminal activity on our campuses, emergency procedures, and resources.

Closes: 06/30/2027