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Core Course Faculty/Lab Instructor

Job Description

SUMMARY

Instructors' primary responsibilities are to provide active and effective learning for students in all applicable educational settings, act as professional and academic role models and commit to student satisfaction. This includes; teaching in classrooms, labs, clinical and online settings as well as outside the classroom during campus and student activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

For all didactic, laboratory, and/or clinical instruction to which a student is assigned, there must be a qualified individual(s) clearly designated by the program to provide instruction, supervision, and timely assessments of the student’s progress in meeting program requirements.

INSTRUCTIONAL DUTIES

• Teach all assigned didactic courses in the academic program
• Instruct lab classes as assigned
• Prepare for labs by organizing the workflow in advance
• Prepare lesson plans and course material as required
• Objectively assess students for academic performance
• Effectively organize and present subject matter to students
• Effectively utilize instructional plans provided
• Supplement approved student material as required
• Ensure security of assessment tools and confidential documentation
• Effectively utilize and monitor the learning management systems (i.e. Blackboard, Slate)
• Ensure classes are conducted for the required length of time

STUDENT INTERACTION

• Maintain a classroom/lab environment conducive to learning
• Set the example and be the role model for professionalism and conduct
• Provide regular and constructive feedback, through approved channels, to students regarding academic performance, grades, professionalism, conduct, attendance and other topics as necessary
• Proactively inform Program Director of any student attendance, academic, or behavioral concerns for retention management
• Appropriately maintain student records, grades, and attendance to ensure accuracy
• Ensure compliance with the published attendance policy including recording and posting daily
• Facilitate tutoring, schedule office hours, and makeup work as needed, ensuring and monitoring student participation
• Refer students to the Program Director if additional advising is necessary
• Reach out to absent students on the day of absence, after conducted class and follow up with student, by providing with class handouts, assignments. Refer student, having excess of three (3) absences to the Program Director, for academic advising

RELATED DUTIES, OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM

• Record keeping, scanning, etc.
• Stay informed of current standards related to instructional methodology
• Participate in and document ongoing faculty and professional development activities including any Continuing Education Units (CEUs) that may be required for certification or licensure where required by law
• Attend outside workshops and seminars to improve instructional and professional skills
• Attend orientations, staff meetings, and faculty meetings as scheduled
• Assist with preparations for graduation ceremonies
• Attend graduation ceremonies as requested
• Participate in student and campus activities as requested
• Assist in inventory, organization and ordering of supplies and classroom material
• Maintain classroom/lab in a neat and orderly fashion
• Assist in maintenance of equipment and technology
• Report any non-functioning equipment to the Program Director
• Maintain a professional, enthusiastic, and positive attitude; contribute to a positive campus culture
• Assist in Clinical or Externship site visits and development as needed
• Perform other duties, as assigned by Program Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Faculty/instructional staff must be effective in teaching and knowledgeable in subject matter as documented by appropriate professional credential(s)/certification(s), education, and experience in the designated content area.

Faculty with instructional responsibilities in core surgical technology courses must:

1) Be a graduate of an education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency;

2) Possess a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA);

3) Have a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.

4) Hold at minimum associate, but more preferable bachelor’s degree

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10468: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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