Title: Sonography Faculty
Position Type: Faculty 9 Month Full Time
College: Pikes Peak State College
Campus: CHES Campus
Location: Colorado
Springs
Salary Range: $60,000.00
Who We Are:
Pikes Peak State College is the largest and most diverse college in the Pikes Peak region, serving students with a wide range of goals, experiences, and responsibilities. Our students include recent high school graduates, working adults, military-affiliated students, parents, first-generation students, career changers, transfer students, and lifelong learners. Our mission is to provide high-quality educational opportunities to all, with a focus on student success and community needs. We fulfill…
that mission by creating affordable, flexible, and accessible pathways that help students transfer to four-year institutions, enter the workforce, advance their careers, and build better futures close to home. As the needs of our students, employers, and communities continue to evolve, so do we. PPSC embraces innovation that is human-centered, ethical, and focused on student learning. Through strong workforce partnerships and the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, we prepare students not only for today's opportunities, but for what's next. We're looking for people who are passionate about access, collaboration, innovation, and student success. Whether you work in the classroom or behind the scenes, your contributions help create opportunities that change lives. At PPSC, our vision is simple: Students Succeed at PPSC.
Job
Summary:
Regular Faculty work under the direction of their respective Associate Dean/Division Dean and are responsible for
meeting all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College and the
Department Chair's approved course outline. Regular Faculty are also responsible for using teaching methods and media designed to reach
students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the objectives of the
course.
Regular Faculty are required to serve a provisional period from the date of employment until the completion of employment
under three consecutive full year regular contracts.
This position may require working in virtual, weekend, evening, or various
campus locations. Successful candidate must be willing to teach concurrent enrollment both on PPSC campuses and in local area high
schools.
The Full-time Sonography Faculty member creates and maintains a student-centered teaching and learning environment that
prepares graduates for entry-level practice in diagnostic medical sonography. This position leverages PPSC's state-of-the-art lab facilities
and high-end equipment to provide didactic, lab, and clinical instruction in accordance with CAAHEP/JRCDMS and Higher Learning Commission
(HLC) standards.
The required teaching schedule is August to May with the required pay schedule from September to August.
For this
initial appointment, the required teaching schedule is January to May. For January through August 2027, the gross pay for this appointment
will be $30,000, divided equally across eight months ($3,750 per month).
Beginning August 2027, and ongoing, the required teaching
schedule is August to May. Beginning September 2027, the required pay schedule is September to August, with the current annual base salary
of $60,000 divided equally across twelve months. A slight salary increase is anticipated in September 2027.
Regular faculty shall be
subject to a provisional period from the date of first contract at the College until the completion of employment under three consecutive
full-year, regular contracts. Provisional status begins August 2027.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Faculty/Student Interaction Demonstrates a commitment to teaching.
Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies.
Uses flexible
approaches in teaching for learning.
Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation.
Encourages students to achieve
goals.
Relates coursework to real life experiences.
Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students.
Classroom
Performance
Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives.
Communicates effectively.
Maintains knowledge of and
enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching.
Demonstrates a positive attitude toward students.
Materials and
Preparation/Relevancy
Maintains current and relevant syllabus, following State guidelines when indicated.
Reviews and updates
course materials.
Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content.
Informs students in writing, of the
objectives of the course content.
Uses supplemental resources in addition to textbook or other course materials.
Participate in all
aspects of department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes in general education and career/technical courses and
programs as required.
Record keeping and Instructional Management
Keep scheduled office hours, including providing regular student
office hours.
Meets classes as scheduled for prescribed time.
Submits required reports and documents.
Attends required Divisional
meetings.
Professionalism
Seeks to maintain a high quality of instruction by remaining current on discipline specific and
pedagogical issues.
Collaborates with colleagues in a professional manner.
Uses communication techniques that foster collegiality when
problem solving.
Works to resolve conflicts in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
Contributes to the promotion of an excellent
educational climate within the college as a whole, as well as within the division and department.
Promoting Division/College Quality of
Instruction
Assist, as requested, with the development of the term class schedule and the college catalog.
Assist with curriculum
review, revision, development and implementation within the department.
Assist in the development and maintenance of course outlines and
course syllabi.
Assist in textbook selection and adoption.
Assist with student advising and student registration.
Maintain a
program advisory committee, as appropriate.
Participate in professional development activities as requested by the dean.
Assist with
program reviews as required by appropriate agencies, e.g., NCA.
Professional Contributions
Serve on college discipline,
department, and community committees and task forces on behalf of the college.
Assist with Divisional activities as requested by the
dean.
Assist with student recruitment as appropriate.
Assist with the development and implementation of alternative modes of
instructional delivery, e.g., Internet or ITV, as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned by the dean, the Vice President for
Instructional Services and/or the College President.
General Duties
Cultural competence and commitment to helping to close the
student equity gap at our institution.
Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based, inclusive teaching strategies and curriculum
development for the classroom environment.
Demonstrates ability to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate teaching activities and
curriculum.
Demonstrates ability to employ qualitative and quantitative analytical skills in the classroom.
Demonstrates excellent
verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to maintain accurate written student records as required by policy and
procedure.
Demonstrates ability to inform students of all course requirements.
Demonstrates ability to evaluate students and offer
feedback on a continuing basis.
Demonstrates ability to relate to student concerns and maintain open communication.
Demonstrates
ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Competencies/KSAs:
- Teach assigned didactic, lab,
and/or clinical courses in Abdominal, OB/GYN, and Vascular sonography. - Utilize high-end diagnostic ultrasound equipment within the
CHES lab to simulate real-world clinical situations and pathologies. - Employ diverse, evidence-based teaching methods to support
learning for students with varied educational and experiential backgrounds. - Provide students with clear syllabi, learning outcomes,
and transparent grading criteria. - Develop and revise course materials to ensure strict alignment with the CCCS
Course Numbering System (CCNS).
- Lead the systematic Assessment of Student Learning to meet HLC and programmatic accreditation
requirements. - Recommend instructional equipment and simulation resources to maintain the program's state-of-the-art
status. - As program needs progress, assume responsibilities of the Clinical Coordinator,
clinical site relations.
- Collaborate with clinical partners to ensure student competency achievement and readiness for the
workforce. - Provide proactive academic advising and mentorship, serving as a "Success Coach"
body.
- Participate in program, department, and college-wide committees and recruitment activities.
- Maintain "Qualified
Faculty" status through ongoing professional development and clinical engagement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of an associate degree a bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Sciences, or a related field from a
regionally accredited institution and a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. - Current ARDMS (RDMS) credentials
in Abdomen (AB) and OB/GYN. - Current RVT credential in Vascular (VT).
- Must possess or be eligible for the Colorado State CTE
Teaching Credential. - Minimum of four years of full-time clinical practice as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
- Demonstrated
commitment to inclusive excellence and student success.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree
in Education, Healthcare Administration, or a related field. - Current RDCS credential in Adult Cardiac.
- Prior college-level
teaching experience (didactic or lab). - Experience with CAAHEP/JRCDMS accreditation self-studies.
Selection
Process:
For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. MST on November 13,
2026.
Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment. All work must be
performed in the State of Colorado.
For positions requiring a Colorado Career and Technical Education Teaching Credential, please
review https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cte_generalinfo.
Visa
support is not available for this position.
Application Instructions:
Note: Prior submission of application
materials will not be considered.
Pikes Peak State College will conduct reference checks and a criminal background check on the
selected candidate. Employment offers and continued employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background
check.
Application must be submitted online. Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration. A complete application will
include:
Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
Resume -
Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees
conferred. Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.
Professional References - Provide names and contact information
for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.
Additional
Information/Benefits:
Work Life Balance
Faculty are required to work 166 duty days. Pikes Peak State College offers a
generous amount of 74 hours of faculty sick leave and 16 hours of personal leave. There are paid holidays and alternate paid holidays which
allow the college to be closed Christmas Day through New Year's Day. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Tuition
Reimbursement
Education and your success are a priority at Pikes Peak State College. We encourage you to develop job skills and
abilities which will benefit you as well as our college. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and spouse/domestic partners may
enroll in credit courses at any of the Colorado Community College System. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE
status.
Health, Dental & Vision
Pikes Peak State College offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide you and
eligible dependents, spouse/domestic partner, with a broad range of employer paid and employee paid benefit options. In addition to medical
coverage, the college offers dental and vision insurance plans to choose from. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE
status.
Retirement
Pikes Peak State College participates in Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
contribution rates. State employees are required to a mandatory contribution of a percentage of their salary to the plan, and the college
contributes a percentage as well. While you are enrolled in PERA, you do not pay Social Security. In addition, there are supplemental
retirement plans available through three other vendors.
Life Insurance
Pikes Peak State College offers life insurance paid for
by the college to eligible employees. Supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance policies are available for those
interested in additional coverage. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.
Additional Leave Programs
Pikes Peak
State College offers additional leave programs such as bereavement leave, jury leave, community and parental academic leave, Family and
Medical Leave (FML), and Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI).

