Under the general supervision of the Program Director delivers class and/or clinical instruction according to an approved course syllabus using accepted and effective teaching methods; develops daily lesson plans; advises and tutors students; maintains current and accurate attendance and grade records; remains current in applicable program teaching field; participates in faculty meetings, professional growth activities in the respective field and two (2) in-service training sessions annually. Participates in college activities such as in-services, faculty meetings, student functions, graduation exercises, open houses, new student orientations, and advisory board meetings. Strives for student success by providing quality instruction that results in students achievement of course and program objectives, retention of students, and prepares students for entry-level positions in the healthcare field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Delivers curriculum in accordance with approved syllabi, according to program objectives and timelines.
• Employs appropriate instructional methods and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students and modifies where appropriate to meet diverse students needs.
• Prepares outlines of instructional programs and training schedules according to established course objectives.
• Observes and evaluates students' work to determine progress, provides feedback, and makes suggestions for improvement.
• Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Presents lectures and conducts discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence, using visual aids such as graphs, charts, videotapes, and slides.
• Administers standardized oral, written, or performance assessments.

EDUCATION:

• A minimum of a baccalaureate degree from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• Instructors must have at least 12 semester credit hours (or equivalent) in the subject area they teach

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e. practical) experience in the subject field in which they teach.
• Preferred: One (1) year of teaching experience in the subject areas taught or demonstrate prior training in instructional methodology and teaching skills from a formal teacher educational program or any comparable training program or formal in-house training program.

COMPENSATION: $36.62/hr. rate - $53.10/hr. rate