Sonography Faculty-303160
Colorado Community College System (CCCS)
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Résumé du poste
Pikes Peak State College is seeking a 9-month, full-time Sonography Faculty member to deliver didactic, lab, and clinical instruction at the CHES Campus in Colorado Springs. The role supports educational pathways and prepares graduates for entry-level practice in diagnostic medical sonography.
The position requires ARDMS credentials (AB and OB/GYN), RVT, and a Colorado CTE Teaching Credential. Teaching across campus sites and possible evenings/weekends may be required.
Qualifications
- Minimum of an associate degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Sciences, or related field and a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- ARDMS RDMS (Abdomen and OB/GYN) and RVT credentials are required.
- Colorado State CTE Teaching Credential or eligibility is required.
- Minimum of four years of full-time clinical practice as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
Responsabilités
- Teach didactic, lab, and clinical courses in abdominal, OB/GYN, and vascular sonography.
- Lead instruction using high-end diagnostic ultrasound equipment and state-of-the-art labs.
- Collaborate with clinical partners to ensure student readiness for the workforce.
- Maintain current syllabi and align with program accreditation standards.
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Description du poste
Title: Sonography Faculty
Position Type: Faculty 9 Month Full Time
College: Pikes Peak State College
Campus: CHES Campus
Location: Colorado Springs
Salary Range: $70,000 - $73,000 annual gross
Who We Are:
Pikes Peak State College is the largest and most diverse college in the Pikes Peak region, serving students with a wide range of goals, experiences, and responsibilities. Our students include recent high school graduates, working adults, military-affiliated students, parents, first-generation students, career changers, transfer students, and lifelong learners.
Our mission is to provide high-quality educational opportunities to all, with a focus on student success and community needs. We fulfill that mission by creating affordable, flexible, and accessible pathways that help students transfer to four-year institutions, enter the workforce, advance their careers, and build better futures close to home.
As the needs of our students, employers, and communities continue to evolve, so do we. PPSC embraces innovation that is human-centered, ethical, and focused on student learning. Through strong workforce partnerships and the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, we prepare students not only for today's opportunities, but for what's next.
We're looking for people who are passionate about access, collaboration, innovation, and student success. Whether you work in the classroom or behind the scenes, your contributions help create opportunities that change lives.
At PPSC, our vision is simple: Students Succeed at PPSC.
Job Summary:
Regular Faculty work under the direction of their respective Associate Dean/Division Dean and are responsible for meeting all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College and the Department Chair's approved course outline. Regular Faculty are also responsible for using teaching methods and media designed to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the objectives of the course.
Regular Faculty are required to serve a provisional period from the date of employment until the completion of employment under three consecutive full year regular contracts.
This position may require working in virtual, weekend, evening, or various campus locations. Successful candidate must be willing to teach concurrent enrollment both on PPSC campuses and in local area high schools.
The Full-time Sonography Faculty member creates and maintains a student-centered teaching and learning environment that prepares graduates for entry-level practice in diagnostic medical sonography. This position leverages PPSC’s state-of-the-art lab facilities and high-end equipment to provide didactic, lab, and clinical instruction in accordance with CAAHEP/JRCDMS and Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards.
The required teaching schedule is August to May with the required pay schedule from September to August.
For this initial appointment, the required teaching schedule is January to May. For January through August 2027, the gross pay for this appointment will be $30,000, divided equally across eight months ($3,750 per month). Beginning August 2027, and ongoing, the required teaching schedule is August to May. Beginning September 2027, the required pay schedule is September to August, with the current annual base salary divided equally across twelve months.
Regular faculty shall be subject to a provisional period from the date of first contract at the College until the completion of employment under three consecutive full-year, regular contracts. Provisional status begins August 2027.
- Demonstrates a commitment to teaching.
- Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies.
- Uses flexible approaches in teaching for learning.
- Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation.
- Encourages students to achieve goals.
- Relates coursework to real life experiences.
- Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students.
- Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives.
- Communicates effectively.
- Maintains knowledge of and enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude toward students.
- Maintains current and relevant syllabus, following State guidelines when indicated.
- Reviews and updates course materials.
- Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content.
- Informs students in writing, of the objectives of the course content.
- Uses supplemental resources in addition to textbook or other course materials.
- Participate in all aspects of department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes in general education and career/technical courses and programs as required.
- Keep scheduled office hours, including providing regular student office hours.
- Meets classes as scheduled for prescribed time.
- Submits required reports and documents.
- Attends required Divisional meetings.
- Seeks to maintain a high quality of instruction by remaining current on discipline specific and pedagogical issues.
- Collaborates with colleagues in a professional manner.
- Uses communication techniques that foster collegiality when problem solving.
- Works to resolve conflicts in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
- Contributes to the promotion of an excellent educational climate within the college as a whole, as well as within the division and department.
- Assist, as requested, with the development of the term class schedule and the college catalog.
- Assist with curriculum review, revision, development and implementation within the department.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of course outlines and course syllabi.
- Assist in textbook selection and adoption.
- Assist with student advising and student registration.
- Maintain a program advisory committee, as appropriate.
- Participate in professional development activities as requested by the dean.
- Assist with program reviews as required by appropriate agencies, e.g., NCA.
- Serve on college discipline, department, and community committees and task forces on behalf of the college.
- Assist with Divisional activities as requested by the dean.
- Assist with student recruitment as appropriate.
- Assist with the development and implementation of alternative modes of instructional delivery, e.g., Internet or ITV, as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the dean, the Vice President for Instructional Services and/or the College President.
- Cultural competence and commitment to helping to close the student equity gap at our institution.
- Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based, inclusive teaching strategies and curriculum development for the classroom environment.
- Demonstrates ability to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate teaching activities and curriculum.
- Demonstrates ability to employ qualitative and quantitative analytical skills in the classroom.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates ability to maintain accurate written student records as required by policy and procedure.
- Demonstrates ability to inform students of all course requirements.
- Demonstrates ability to evaluate students and offer feedback on a continuing basis.
- Demonstrates ability to relate to student concerns and maintain open communication.
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Teach assigned didactic, lab, and/or clinical courses in Abdominal, OB/GYN, and Vascular sonography.
- Utilize high-end diagnostic ultrasound equipment within the CHES lab to simulate real-world clinical situations and pathologies.
- Employ diverse, evidence-based teaching methods to support learning for students with varied educational and experiential backgrounds.
- Provide students with clear syllabi, learning outcomes, and transparent grading criteria.
- Develop and revise course materials to ensure strict alignment with the CCCS Common Course Numbering System (CCNS).
- Lead the systematic Assessment of Student Learning to meet HLC and programmatic accreditation requirements.
- Recommend instructional equipment and simulation resources to maintain the program’s state-of-the-art status.
- As program needs progress, assume responsibilities of the Clinical Coordinator, overseeing student placements and clinical site relations.
- Collaborate with clinical partners to ensure student competency achievement and readiness for the workforce.
- Provide proactive academic advising and mentorship, serving as a Success Coach for a diverse student body.
- Participate in program, department, and college-wide committees and recruitment activities.
- Maintain "Qualified Faculty" status through ongoing professional development and clinical engagement.
- Minimum of an associate degree a bachelor’s degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Sciences, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution and a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Current ARDMS (RDMS) credentials in Abdomen (AB) and OB/GYN.
- Current RVT credential in Vascular (VT).
- Must possess or be eligible for the Colorado State CTE Teaching Credential.
- Minimum of four years of full-time clinical practice as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
- Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and student success.
- Master’s degree in Education, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
- Current RDCS credential in Adult Cardiac.
- Prior college-level teaching experience (didactic or lab).
- Experience with CAAHEP/JRCDMS accreditation self-studies.
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. MST on November 13, 2026.
Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment. All work must be performed in the State of Colorado.
For positions requiring a Colorado Career and Technical Education Teaching Credential, please review https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cte_generalinfo.
Visa support is not available for this position.
Faculty are required to work 166 duty days. Pikes Peak State College offers a generous amount of 74 hours of faculty sick leave and 16 hours of personal leave. There are paid holidays and alternate paid holidays which allow the college to be closed Christmas Day through New Year's Day. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Education and your success are a priority at Pikes Peak State College. We encourage you to develop job skills and abilities which will benefit you as well as our college. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and spouse/domestic partners may enroll in credit courses at any of the Colorado Community College System. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Pikes Peak State College offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide you and eligible dependents, spouse/domestic partner, with a broad range of employer paid and employee paid benefit options. In addition to medical coverage, the college offers dental and vision insurance plans to choose from. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Pikes Peak State College participates in Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates. State employees are required to a mandatory contribution of a percentage of their salary to the plan, and the college contributes a percentage as well. While you are enrolled in PERA, you do not pay Social Security. In addition, there are supplemental retirement plans available through three other vendors.
Pikes Peak State College offers life insurance paid for by the college to eligible employees. Supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance policies are available for those interested in additional coverage. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Pikes Peak State College offers additional leave programs such as bereavement leave, jury leave, community and parental academic leave, Family and Medical Leave (FML), and Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI).
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