Respiratory Care Instructor
Union, Missouri - Full Time

JOB TITLE: Instructor Respiratory Care

DEPARTMENT: Academic Affairs / Allied Health  

LEVEL: Faculty 

FLSA: Exempt 

East Central College has an opening for a full-time (11 month) Respiratory Care Instructor to teach the classroom and clinical components of the curriculum for the area of respiratory care at the Union campus. Instructor is expected to develop an active learning environment with the use of effective instructional technology.

Minimum Qualifications: (A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

  • Minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
  • Four (4) year’s work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care; and two (2) years’ experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor / preceptor for student of such programs.
  • Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current unencumbered state license; community college teaching experience is preferred.

Essential Tasks

  • Teach thirty (30) semester credit hours (or the equivalent in lab, studio, clinical, etc. hours) each academic year.
  • With the assistance of the core faculty, Respiratory Care Program Director, Respiratory Care Director of Clinical Education, Dean and the Vice President of Academic Affairs, participate in developing course and/or program curriculum, standards and policies.
  • Develop course curriculum, handouts, lectures, labs, and presentation and maintain course outlines / syllabi and printed and non-printed instructional materials.
  • Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus.
  • Use current technology to enhance instructional and institutional effectiveness including but not limited to computers, computer-assisted instruction programs, and audio-visual equipment and in addition be willing to learn and apply any other new technology necessary to enhance learning.
  • Schedule, supervise, debrief, and evaluate students in clinical, internships, observations, field experiences or other similar settings as appropriate for the course or program.
  • Participate in course and/or program level assessment including development of learning outcomes and measures, evaluating student performance, and recommending improvement measures.
  • Assist in conducting program review; plan, develop and implement activities in support of the Higher Learning Commission, or other agency, accreditation guidelines regarding student academic achievement (assessment) and their success on outcomes (institutional effectiveness).
  • Maintain student/attendance/grade/discipline records as required by the College; keep appropriate course/department/program/division records, as required by the College.
  • Communicate effectively in a professional, tactful and courteous manner with students, fellow faculty and staff, and the general public.
  • Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.

To learn more about the Respiratory Care program, click here.   

 

Benefits: ECC offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium cost to the employee for employee only coverage. Missouri Public School Retirement System benefits, generous paid leave, ECC tuition waiver for self and immediate family and tuition reimbursement benefits for employee.

Salary will commensurate with education and years of experience. 

For more information about East Central College visit, www.eastcentral.edu.

East Central College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Inquiries related to employment practices may be directed to Human Resources Director at 636-584-6710.  East Central College is an equal opportunity employer and provider of employment and training services.  Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.