Assistant Professor/PC Medical Office Assisting Program

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Posted: August 6, 2026
Level: Assistant Professor, Program Coordinator
Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position
Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)
Anticipated Start Date: Spring 2027 Semester
Work Location: CT State Norwalk (188 Richards Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854)
Work Modality: On site; position is not remote
Closing Date: Open until filled, with priority consideration given to applicants who submit materials by Wednesday, September 2, 2026.

About the role

All Teaching Faculty members shall: prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Teach thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and deliver a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.
• Evaluate and assess student learning outcomes.
• Provide student support, mentoring, and academic advising.
• Develop curriculum and periodically review and update instructional materials.
• Assist with program reviews and accreditation-related activities.
• Plan and execute program-related events.
• Attend workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field.

Program Coordinator Duties

• Recruit, advise, and retain students in designated program areas.
• Select appropriate part-time instructors.
• Schedule program courses.
• Hire and evaluate faculty.
• Establish and cultivate partnerships with local organizations and employers.
• Arrange and supervise student internships.
• Assess, evaluate, and continuously improve the program.
• Perform other duties as appropriately assigned to a Program Coordinator, in accordance with contract hours and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Utilize release time, as specified in the collective bargaining agreement, to perform required administrative functions.

Additional Responsibilities

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies.
• Service on assigned committees and task forces.
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Allied Health or related field.
• Credentialed as a Medical Assistant by NCCA, ANSI, or ISO.
• Two (2) years college teaching experience (48+ credits).
• Two (2) years professional experience in medical assisting.
• Documented education in instructional methodology.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Experience teaching medical assisting courses in didactic or clinical settings.
• Experience with curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience coordinating practicum or externship placements and developing clinical partnerships.
• Experience supervising faculty or staff.
• Experience using instructional technology, simulation, electronic health records, or online learning platforms.
• Experience using technology to enhance the learning environment, e.g., Blackboard, online instruction or other modalities/software.

Pay

Salary: $75,362 approximate annual. Because the start date for this position falls within the second semester of the academic year, bi-weekly pay will be prorated across the remaining pay periods. At the conclusion of this period (start of the Fall semester), bi-weekly earnings will be adjusted to reflect the full annual salary applicable at that time.

Benefits

• Generous leave policies.
• Multiple retirement plan options.
• Comprehensive health insurance choices.
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection.
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable).