What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT INSTRUCTOR - OPTICAL ASSISTANT position at Midland College?
Position Status Part Time Classification Title Part-Time Hourly-Up to 17 hpw Work Location ATC-3200 W. Cuthbert, Midland, TX Job Summary
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Functions
Physical Demands
Security Sensitivity
This position will be responsible for coordinating and delivering training for Optical Assistant course. This will include participation in content development, and arranging lab and clinical experience. Must work within Midland College, ISD partners, and clinical site guidelines as needed
Required Qualifications
- Must possess a current certification in the optical industry by a state or nationally recognized credentialing agency
- Minimum of one year of experience working in the optical industry
- Knowledge of computer applications, general office equipment, and equipment related to the optical field
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, independent worker
- Knowledge of optical industry regulations and requirements
- Knowledge of CPO certification exam content
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population, both orally and in writing
- Interest in working in a college setting
- Ability to work effectively as a member of the instructional team
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a health science-related field
- Experience teaching adolescent or adult students
- Experience Instructing in the optical field in theory and skill
- Utilize a variety of effective and professional teaching techniques and methods to assist students in attaining the performance objectives of the course
- Assist in development of course curriculum
- Oversee student clinical or practicum experience in various community facilities including arranging and coordinating with sites
- Oversee skills lab experience including inventory of supplies and equipment
- Prepare a report of student success according to Midland College and ISD partner guidelines
- Maintain budgetary compliance
- Attend meetings as required by the Department Chair and Director/Dean
- Observe the administrative policies and mission of Midland College
- Other duties as assigned
- Must be able to lift, move, and/or carry up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Use of manual dexterity
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
- The person in this position frequently communicates with others verbally and electronically; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Primarily indoor classroom, simulation laboratory, and community healthcare setting with commonly related body fluids present
- Employee will come in direct contact with Midland College staff, students, and the public
- Ability to communicate with students, families, and health team members
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at workstation
- Some travel to clinical sites may be required
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary $25.00 per hour - Certifications/Registered Max Salary $30.00 per hour - Specialized Certifications Pay Statement
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P01331S2016
Open Date
01/27/2025
Position Available
Immediately
Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application and resume.
Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor. Please call (432) 685-4532 for additional details.
Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor. Please call (432) 685-4532 for additional details.
EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
Salary : $25 - $30