Responsible for organizing and carrying out structured learning processes for students in the massage therapy program. Participates in the full range of professional and college-related activities including student advising, curriculum development, professional growth, departmental and college-wide meetings, committee activity, and community involvement.
 
Supervision Received
The Dean of Health & Public Service is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of instructors under procedures developed by the college. The Dean confers with the department chair in decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels.

• Instructs students in such courses as Swedish massage, massage therapeutics: hydrotherapy and massage for cancer patients; applications of massage on specific muscle groups, integrating musculoskeletal anatomy, pathology, and acupressure techniques; kinesiology for massage therapists; and trigger point therapy.
• Advises students on matters of program goals and course requirements, scheduling office hours as needed.
• Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other technologies as appropriate.
• Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments which are related to the stated objectives of the course.
• Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities, and participates as a member of the Massage Therapy Advisory Board.
• Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed.
• Participates in comprehensive program reviews, to include regular and systemic curriculum and program assessment to be used for continuous program and curricular improvement.
• Participates in assessment of student learning at the course, program, and institutional levels. 
• Serves as a member of college-wide standing committees, screening committees, and other related activities as assigned.
• Participates in the development of the quarterly class schedule and the annual departmental budget; initiates purchase requisitions, travel requests, and work orders as needed.
• Participates in CWE site development and inspection visits.
• Engages in regular professional growth activity based on the objectives established in an approved professional growth plan.
• Represents the program and the College to the community, businesses, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner.
• Responsible for departmental equipment, participates in periodic inventory, and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:  Required: Three years’ experience as a massage or physical therapist. Preferred: A Bachelor’s degree or higher; teaching experience at the high school or college level; and five years’ experience as a massage or physical therapist.
 
Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s).
 
Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.
 
Licenses: For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License and proof of an acceptable driving record are required. New employees establishing resident status in the State of Oregon must obtain an Oregon driver’s license within 30 days (ORS 807.020 (1)). Must have a current State of Oregon Massage Therapist License.
 
Knowledge of: Computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to, word processing, networks, the internet, spreadsheets, multimedia presentations; curriculum development; the contemporary community college’s mission, its role in higher education, and its diverse student population; the role of accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act; and a variety of pedagogical methods, including lecture, group activity, discussion, and individual instruction to accommodate a variety of learning styles.
 
Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with colleagues and students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds; work collaboratively as a member of an academic department; demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching in the subject area; participate in curriculum and program development; participate in the student advising program and college-wide efforts to improve student retention and success; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in both the classroom and related educational duties, including the use of new technologies; and demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth. Pass a criminal background check.
 
Physical Demands of Position: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility. Duties involve moving materials weighing up to 5 pounds on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc., and may infrequently require moving materials weighing up to 15 pounds. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator, and standard office equipment. May also be required to sit for long periods of time in meetings or traveling between counties.
 
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office environment. The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.
 This is a Full-Time Faculty position (100%, 10 months/year) in the Massage Therapy Department. Starting compensation will be in accordance with initial step placement per the current Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement(Download PDF reader)and the 2023-24 Full-Time Faculty salary schedule.(Download PDF reader)Consideration will be given to experience and educational achievement.Method of Application and Closing DatePosition will remain open until closed, screening scheduled to begin 4/1/24. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed review. Documents required for submission include a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts indicating the level of degree earned. Applications missing any of the listed required documents may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review.
RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.CURRENT RCC FULL-TIME FACULTY AND ADJUNCT FACULTY MEMBERS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION SHALL BE GRANTED AN INTERVIEW. CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609.Public Service Loan ForgivenessRogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

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