Respiratory Therapy Instructor (LTE)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver online instruction and facilitate student’s learning within assigned courses.
• Perform academic responsibilities consistent with the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) and with institutional policy.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine the effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
• Create a classroom environment that respects diversity and demonstrates a commitment to multiculturalism.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices.
• Support students as a mentor, while referring to college support areas to ensure student success.
• Remain current on best practices in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered in a variety of methods, use the latest supportive technology, and utilize alternative delivery methods.
• Manage students and course content adeptly in LMS Blackboard Ultra.
• Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught.
• Participate in professional development activities and serve on college improvement teams and college-wide committees as appropriate.
• Attend advisory and departmental meetings.
• Assist in the enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations to college administration.
• Meet weekly office hours and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.
• Meet Wisconsin Technical College System professional development requirements through the Faculty Quality Assurance System (FQAS).
• Manage clinical and educational competencies in area of instruction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy or a related health science field.
• BTC may consider candidates with Associate’s Degree in Respiratory Therapy with a plan to obtain Bachelor’s Degree as condition of employment offer.
• Must hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current state license.
• Four (4) years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least two (2) years in clinical respiratory care.
• 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.
• Complete the CoARC Key Personnel Training Program within 24 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
• Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology.
• Ability to work with students with special needs based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Able to initiate, administer, assess, and document health science education programs.
• Able to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• Able to travel for clinical coordination as necessary.

Skills

• Ability to meet the faculty requirements as stated in the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) standards.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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