Respiratory Care Instructor

Francis Tuttle Technology Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Francis Tuttle Technology Center in Oklahoma's Health Sciences Center seeks a Respiratory Care Instructor to teach theory, professionalism, and clinical competencies, guiding students toward credentialing and licensure. The role collaborates with RC faculty and participates in curriculum development and program operations.

The position is full-time exempt on an eleven-and-a-half-month contract, with workdays Monday through Friday, and a salary range of $70,510 to $83,292.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Must hold a valid RRT credential and current state license.
• Minimum of four years' experience as an RRT with at least two years in clinical respiratory care.
• Complete all certification requirements established by ODCTE for your certification area.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Teaches students using instructional methods aligned with best practices.
• Instructs in theory, professionalism, and clinical competencies for credentialing/licensure.
• Evaluates student achievement and maintains attendance/academic progress records.
• Provides supervision in the clinical setting and assigns learning experiences based on objectives.
• Develops and maintains curriculum to implement competency-based instruction.
• Collaborates with clinical affiliate adjunct faculty and industry partners.
• Assists in preparing program reports, budgets, and advisory activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Associate degree

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Position Type: Instruction/ Respiratory Care Instructor
• Date Posted: 10/9/2026
• Location: RK - Health Sciences

Date:October 9, 2026 Job Title: Respiratory Care Instructor Department: Health Sciences Center Reports Directly To: Instructional Director, Health Sciences Job Group: S, Exempt Salary Range: *$70,510 - **$83,292 Position Closing Date: Open until filled

Primary Function of Position: Responsible for teaching an instructional program in respiratory care (RC). Instructs students in theory, professionalism, and clinical competencies necessary for credentialing and licensure. Works collaboratively as a team member in the RC faculty and the Health Sciences Center.

Embrace the Francis Tuttle Culture as reflected in the Mission and Vision statements, and continually portray the Core Values: Service, Trust, Aspiration, Responsibility, and Respect.

Essential Job Functions:

Teaches students using instructional methods consistent with effective teaching strategies in the educational setting.

Utilizes the district's Learning Management System and a variety of instructional materials to enhance the delivery of instruction to accommodate students' learning styles.

Evaluates student achievement based on tests and lab skill check-offs according to grading policies and procedures.

Maintains accurate student records including attendance and academic progress in the attendance and computer grade book system.

Serves as a professional role model for students by involvement and support in professional development activities and in professional organizations.

Provides student instruction and supervision in the clinical setting.

Assigns students to learning experiences based on clinical objectives and individual learning needs.

Provides instructional leadership at the clinical site and portrays a professional role model for students.

Develops and maintains rapport and communication with clinical affiliate adjunct faculty.

Evaluates student's performance based on clinical objectives, daily clinical planners, and grading criteria.

Organizes and develops curriculum to implement competency-based instruction.

Works cooperatively with the accrediting agencies, the community and other school departments to accomplish the stated goals of the program and the Health Sciences department.

Assists in completing Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education and school reports including student follow-up and job placement.

Assists in preparing the program budget request; operates within the program budget following established procedures.

Works cooperatively with the advisory committee and the health community to prepare students for employment and to maintain positive business and industry relationships.

Maintains professional credentials and licensure.

Maintains/documents current personal health records and required vaccinations.

In collaboration with the Respiratory Care Program Director, Director of Clinical Education and faculty, develops and implements a recruitment plan for the Respiratory Care program.

Performs other tasks and assume other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time, including participation in professional organization activities, teacher training, school committees, staff development, faculty meetings, recruitment activities etc.

Ability to be present on the job as described under work conditions and contract details.

Other duties as assigned.

• This position requires both possession of a valid Oklahoma Driver's license and the ability to independently drive to meetings, training locations, and other District campuses. The employee must also remain in compliance with District driving record policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Associate degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education required.

Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential and current state license.

Minimum of four years' experience as a RRT with at least two years in clinical respiratory care.

Complete all certification requirements established by ODCTE for your certification area.

Must meet all clinical facility contractual agreement requirements to include background check and drug screen.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision and direction.

Ability to meet critical deadlines.

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to cultivate, build and maintain strong long-term working relationships with individuals or organizations with diverse perspectives and backgrounds, adopting practices that promote diversity and equity, consequently maximizing opportunities for student engagement and motivation.

Proficiency in all Microsoft office components (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Ability to consistently deliver superior customer service to internal and external customers.

Working Conditions: Steady physical activity is required during days of clinical rotations consisting of walking and standing. Strenuous physical activity is required intermittently when assisting in moving of patients and/or equipment. Conditions are often less than optimal when dealing with patient care, and there is occasional to frequent exposure to communicable disease. Proper precautions relating to infection control and safety must be known and applied. Direct contact with blood or other body fluids to which universal precautions apply require that personal protective equipment be worn in these circumstances. Must be able to show proof of good health and have proof of all vaccinations required at all clinical affiliate sites. Travel between various hospitals each day is required during clinical rotations. Reliable, dependable and punctual attendance. This is not an exhaustive list and reasonable accommodations will be made as needed.

Organizational Relationship: Full-time, exempt personnel position assigned to the office of the Director of the Health Sciences Center. Reports directly to the Instructional Director, Health Science. Evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy.

Contract Details: Eleven-and-a-half-month contract subject to annual renewal. Working days and hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or as otherwise assigned (35 hours/week).

Benefits: Francis Tuttle offers a comprehensive