"Instructor, Medical Sonography - Adjunct"

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will be able to prepare for and teach all levels of courses within the Medical Sonography program curriculum which they are certified in.

Duties/Functions:

Teaching

• Prepare & teach Medical Sonography departmental courses to include:
• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning, clinical, and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing, and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate
• updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency with state and professional guidelines
• developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission
• participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate
• developing, conducting, and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

• Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:
• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or the accrediting body
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

• Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:
• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials, and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Trajecsys, Navigate, Canvas, Self Service, Colleague, Web Advisor, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

• Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
• supporting students in clinical settings
• serving as a liaison between GTCC and the clinical settings
• conducting recruiting activities
• addressing student concerns in a supportive and timely manner
• providing academic advising
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• assisting students with the registration and graduation process
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate
• maintaining current and accurate student clinical and academic records

College Service

• Support college-wide endeavors to include:
• collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules, and support student success
• serving on department, division, and college committees
• participating in GTCC institutional initiatives
• collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC
• supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)
• participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs
• attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation, and convocation, as required
• demonstrate and model the College's employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility, and teamwork
• perform all duties as assigned by supervisor

Education Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Sonography or a related field of study from an institutionally accredited college/university recognized by the Department of Education
• Graduate of a Medical Sonography program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS)
• Current American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) credential

Education Preferred:

• Master's degree in Medical Sonography, or a related field of study from an institutionally accredited college/university recognized by the Department of Education
• Strong preference for current ARDMS Specialty Credential in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Additional ARDMS Specialty Credentials (i.e., Abdominal, Breast, Cardiac, Musculoskeletal, etc.)

KSA Required:

Adjunct faculty of the Medical Sonography Program shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its mission, essential elements, and philosophy.