Adjunct, Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy Program Instructor

Stark State College seeks a passionate, dedicated part-time instructor to join our Massage Therapy Program. The successful candidate will contribute to the college's commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community engagement.

Who We Are:

The positive energy at Stark State College comes from exceptionally dedicated employees who work hard for students. Our employees' and students' success is the result. You'll be a Great Fit if:
You look forward to using innovative teaching methodologies to foster a collaborative learning environment, and you'll fit right in. Typical

Responsibilities Include:

• Teach both lecture and laboratory courses as assigned, supporting student learning through effective instruction and hands-on learning experiences.
• Provide individual and small-group tutoring to support student learning and reinforce program curriculum.
• Evaluate, document, and grade competency assessments, practical examinations, and laboratory exercises.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and instructional materials.
• Monitor, maintain, and perform the safety, functionality, and operational condition of laboratory and clinical equipment and supplies.
• Collect, organize, and maintain data to support program assessment, institutional reporting, and accreditation requirements.
• Utilize learning management systems/software as required for the role.
• Respond to student inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining standards of confidentiality and privacy.
• Complete all required institutional training and maintain regular communication by checking and responding to email consistently.

To Be Considered, You Will Need:

• A minimum of an associate's degree in the field. A bachelor's degree is preferred
• Must hold a current credential as a Licensed Massage Therapist in Ohio for the past 3 years
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of full-time (or 6 years part-time) experience as a massage therapist.
• You have current knowledge of the massage therapy discipline including:
• current trends and direction of the profession,
• clinical knowledge in interventions, procedures, and treatments, and
• must have thorough knowledge of critical care as it relates to massage therapy
• Effectively communicate with multifaceted student populations
• Strong organizational skills
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Prior teaching in the discipline is also preferred
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends

In order to improve hiring efficiency, be more responsive, and help us find the best candidates, Stark State has implemented the use of a few recruiting tools, such as Humanly (formerly Qualifi) and Skill Survey. You may hear from us through one of these platforms during the recruitment process.

Stark State College utilizes E-Verify to ensure compliance with applicable employment eligibility laws. E-Verify is an electronic system used to confirm the employment eligibility of new hires. This process will be conducted in accordance with I-9 verification and will be done promptly upon hire for all incoming employees. To understand what E-Verify is and how it works please visit E-Verify.

Please note:

Candidates selected for employment must either reside in Ohio or be willing to relocate to Ohio.

Should you have any questions regarding your application or our recruiting and hiring process, please reach out to HR.

STATE TEACHERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM (S.T.R.S.) The State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), was established to provide a secure retirement for Ohio's public educators. STRS is available to all faculty members. The College contributes 14% of the employee's wages for the retirement benefit and the employee contributes 14% of their wages toward the retirement benefit.

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