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Instructor, Surgical Technology (Part Time) - Adjunct Pool

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that supports the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development, and institutional and community service. The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours per week each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division, and college.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching: Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline; Actively participate in the collection, analysis, documentation and reporting of data acquired to assess student, course and program outcomes and utilize data to improve teaching and learning; Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods; Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college, discipline, and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair; Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles; Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner; Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines; Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials; Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs; Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously.

Academic Advising, Professional Development, Institutional and Community Service duties as detailed in posting.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION
Associate’s degree or higher required. Must have certification as a surgical technologist and a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or licensed registered nurse in Texas with extensive experience as an operating room nurse.

EXPERIENCE
A minimum of three (3) years full-time experience that is current in an operating room.