Surgical Technology - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Sinclair Community College; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 7,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Community College is seeking a part-time (adjunct) Surgical Technology faculty member to teach daytime, face-to-face classes at the Dayton campus. The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $986 per credit hour assigned to teach.

The department has been preparing students for roles in operating rooms across hospitals and clinics, emphasizing safety, teamwork, and hands-on skills. Official transcripts and a background check are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in surgical technology required; related bachelor’s or master’s preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in the field.
• Current CST, CSFA, or CST/CSFA certification required.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
• Employ appropriate teaching strategies and use instructional technology.
• Modify instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters by deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adjunct Faculty cannot teach more than 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Educational technology proficiency

Cultural competency

Education

Associate’s degree in surgical technology

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field preferred

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title Surgical Technology - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number 03481

Department Surgical Technology

Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type Part-Time

Status Regular

Job Open Date 09/10/2026

Resume Review Date Ongoing

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

At Sinclair, we are guided by our Core Values, which shape ourculture and drive our success:

• Accountable to our students, the community and oneanother.
• Collaborative in working together to achieve excellencein education and service to our community.
• Compassionate in fostering a supportive environmentwhere every individual feels valued.
• Inclusive so that a college education is accessible toeveryone, and all individuals feel heard, valued andrespected.
• Innovative to inspire creativity and drivetransformative change.

The SinclairSurgical Technology Department has been CAAHEP approvedsince 1998 and offers the opportunity to prepare for a career as amember of a surgical team. The surgical technologist helps to meetthe needs of patients in the operating rooms of hospitals,ambulatory surgery centers, physician offices, diagnosticfacilities and other agencies where surgery is performed.

Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty toteach daytime, face-to-face classes at the Dayton campus . Thestarting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $986 per credit hour assignedto teach.

Why work for Sinclair College?

The following are some of the benefits that part-time/adjunctfaculty with Sinclair College receive:

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of an associate’s degree in surgical technologyrequired; bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in content area orrelated field preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in the field required
• Must have current CST, CSFA, or CST / CSFA certificationrequired
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse collegecommunity
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of three years of work experience inthe field or industry?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST),Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), or CST/CSFAcertification?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have an associate's degree in surgical technology?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Associate's Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other
3. Letter of Recommendation (1)
4. Bachelor's Transcript
5. Master's Transcript
6. PhD/EdD/JD Transcripts