Opticianry Program Coordinator/Instructor

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Ensure the program and courses are up-to-date, current in technology, and in compliance with state and national accreditation standards.
• Oversee the operation of the Optical Dispensary.
• Lead curriculum and course updates and revisions.
• Cookordinate program course offerings and schedules.
• Assist in budget formation and monitor expenditures for travel (local &/or overnight), supplies, equipment, and programmatic library holdings.
• Inventory equipment and supplies.
• Maintain an advisory committee, including: coordinating membership, facilitating annual meetings, maintaining records, and following through on advisory recommendations for program improvements.
• Complete or assist with program reports, including but not limited to annual program review, outcomes assessment, and advanced planning document.
• Maintain programmatic accreditation, including: writing self-study reports, compiling and submitting annual reports, preparing for site visits, and following up on accreditation recommendations.
• Prepare and teach assigned courses in accordance with course outlines and the published course schedule.
• Maintain teaching course load in compliance with the college faculty workload policy.
• Appropriately challenge, engage, support, and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning in a professional, respectful environment.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate records for each course taught.
• Prepare, review, and update course outlines on a regular basis.
• Assist with student recruitment, advising, and retention.
• Serve on college and division committees and attend meetings.
• Participate in college events and activities, including commencement ceremonies.
• Cooperate in scheduled student evaluations of the instructor and courses.
• Keep regular posted office hours in accordance with college policy.
• Submit all college reports in an accurate, timely fashion.
• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled.
• Be responsible for professional development and maintaining professional competence.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and others.
• Maintain credentials as required by accrediting agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Demonstrate and maintain current subject area knowledge.
• Work with students in the laboratory to assist them in developing skill proficiencies.
• Adhere to academic policies and procedures.
• Absorb and implement new technologies and methods as needed.
• Assist the dean with faculty recruitment, onboarding, training, and supervision.

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the program and the college's mission.