Respiratory Care Instructor

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. The instructor is expected to develop an active learning environment with the use of effective instructional technology.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Four (4) years of work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care; and two (2) years of experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor / preceptor for students of such programs.
• Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current unencumbered state license; community college teaching experience is preferred.
• Teach thirty (30) semester credit hours (or the equivalent in lab, studio, clinical, etc.) each academic year.
• Collaborate with core faculty, Respiratory Care Program Director, Respiratory Care Director of Clinical Education, Dean, and the Vice President of Academic Affairs to develop course and/or program curriculum, standards and policies.
• Develop course curriculum, handouts, lectures, labs, and presentations, 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 computers, computer-assisted instruction programs, and audio‑visual equipment, and 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.

East Central College 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 employees.

Salary will commensurate with education and years of experience.

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. 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.