Part time Sterile Processing Instructor

Washtenaw Community College,; Michigan; On-site; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College invites applications for a Part-Time Faculty position in Surgical Technology. The role involves instructing courses, developing learning experiences, and aligning with program goals to support student success.

Hours vary with class schedules; up to eight contact hours per week. Minimum credentials include an accredited Surgical Technology degree and NBSTSA certification, with online teaching experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Earned Associate’s Degree or higher in Surgical Technology from an accredited program.
• Certification by NBSTSA is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Equivalent of two years full-time surgical tech experience.
• Credentialed as CRCST for Sterile Processing.
• Demonstrated ability to teach online or remotely.
• QM Teaching Online certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare and instruct assigned course with appropriate materials and activities.
• Adhere to syllabus and assess student achievement.
• Evaluate progress via exams and daily assessments.
• Grade assignments and return feedback promptly, with final grades per deadlines.
• Support student success through advising and mentorship.
• Engage in curriculum planning and program evaluation activities.
• Participate in Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) processes.

Skills

Written communication

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited Surgical Technology degree

NBSTSA certification

Bachelor's degree in appropriate discipline

Two years surgical tech experience

CRCST credential

Online teaching experience

QM Teaching Online certified

Job description

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0603911

Position Title:

Position is:

Position is: Part Time

Position Type:

Position Type: Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Ofc.:

Department/Ofc.: Instruction

Position Description:

Essential Duties include:

• Establish and maintain environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) through the use of appropriate learning experiences and materials which provide the opportunity to meet overall course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to course syllabus and comply with Assessment of Student Academic Achievement.
• Evaluate student progress through day to day evaluation, written examinations and overall observation.
• Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote continued student growth, returning graded assignments to students in a timely manner, and assigning final grades for all students, meeting or beating all institutional deadlines for completion.
• Actively support student success through guidance, advising and assisting individual students as needed.
• Participate in professional activities, which could include, but are not limited to, curriculum planning, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation/revision and other professional planning activities.
• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire ( SOQ ) process.
• Maintain levels of professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule:

• Schedules vary according to class schedules. Part time Instructors may teach up to (8) eight contact hours per week or 120 contact hours per semester. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Earned Associate’s Degree or higher in Surgical Technology from an institution accreditation by either the Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs ( CAAHEP ) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education ( ABHES ) required.
• Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology Surgical Assisting ( NBSTSA ) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
• Equivalent of two (2) years full-time successful work experience in Surgical Technology and Sterile Processing.
• Credentialed as a CRCST through HSPA for Sterile Processing.
• Demonstrated skill in effective written communication.
• Teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education
• Online, remote, or virtual teaching experience.
• QM Teaching Online certified.

Posting Date:

Posting Date: 07/28/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary/Hourly Rate:

Salary/Hourly Rate: $71.75

Salary Comments:

2026-2027 Wage Rates Publicly available compensation information can be found here.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have an Associate's Degree or higher in Surgical Technology from an institution accreditation by either the Commission on accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education (ABHES)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet all other minimum qualifications for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * All Part Time Faculty at WCC, including online instructors, must reside in Michigan or Ohio.Do you currently live in Michigan or Ohio and expect to continue residing in one of these states during your employment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * In order for WCC to employ you, would you require WCC to provide a petition or a letter to the Department of Homeland Security unless authorized as a F1 student to work?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts 1
• Optional Documents
  • Certificate
  • Teaching Philosophy
  • Letter of Reference 1
  • Other Documents
  • Unofficial Transcripts 2

Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.