Summary: Faculty members are appointed and assigned rank according to established policies and collective bargaining agreements. Specific items such as wages, fringe benefits, and job responsibilities are determined by the College's collective bargaining agreement with the recognized faculty bargaining unit and institutional practices.
As professionals in a community college setting, faculty are involved in a variety of instructional and non-instructional activities which contribute to goals and objectives of a comprehensive two-year institution. The following description of faculty duties and qualifications clarifies the expectations of this institution and is not considered complete or exclusive.
Working Hours: Determined by needs of the program.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience: Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field. A candidate with an Associate’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field may be considered with a 1-year Bachelor’s degree completion from the date of hire.
Hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current state license.
Minimum of four years’ experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care.
Minimum of two-years of teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/preceptor for students of such programs.
Preferred:
Master’s degree in Respiratory Care or related field.
Experience in distance education, i.e. online, hybrid and/or web enhanced courses or willingness to learn and teach in these modes is desirable.
Bilingual: English/Spanish
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare and teach courses as assigned by the Director/Instructor of the Respiratory Care Program.
On the first day of each course, review and post, via the Learning Management System (LMS), a syllabus that provides expected outcomes, grading policy, attendance policy, schedule of assignments, and login information for students.
Maintain accurate and complete course records and comply with all specified reporting dates.
Engage in professional development, advisory boards and other external agencies to stay current in the field and ensure updated curriculum.
