Adjunct Health Science

To advance the colleges mission vision principles values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Kirkwood Community College seeks a skilled and enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Adjunct Instructorproviding instruction in health science courses within the colleges Health Programs area. Teaching responsibilities include traditional and concurrent credit sections of courses such as Medical Terminology and Professionals in Health. The instructor will work collaboratively with program faculty to deliver engaging industry-relevant instruction that supports student achievement and workforce readiness.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming diverse and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title through positive influence.

• Provide engaging student-centered instruction in assigned health courses.
• Teach courses in traditional credit and concurrent enrollment formats following college and partner school guidelines.
• Develop and deliver course materials that meet established learning outcomes and align with departmental standards.
• Evaluate and assess student performance through assignments exams and other assessment methods in accordance with college policies.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of grades attendance and other required documentation.
• Support diverse student populations promoting a student-centered approach.
• Communicate effectively with students faculty and staff to ensure student success and class quality.
• Utilize learning technologies including the colleges learning management system (LMS) to support instruction and communication.
• Comply with all institutional policies procedures and accreditation standards.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Effectively instruct and communicate material for the course.
• Abide by and enforce safety rules when in a lab setting.
• Welcome value and nurture people of all backgrounds perspectives and experiences as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing pushing pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting walking repetitive motion talking and hearing.

• Associates degree in one of the discipline areas in the department (Nursing RT PTA Surgical Tech Medical Assist OTA Paramedic MLT or END) plus one and a half full years of recent and relevant work experience in that health care discipline area and current licensure registration or credentialing in the discipline area.

• 3 full years of recent and relevant work experience in one of the disciplines represented within the health department (Nursing RT PTA Surgical Tech Medical Assist OTA Paramedic MLT or END) and current licensure registration or credentialing in the discipline area.
• Current licensure or credentialing in the discipline area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS LICENSES CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Experience teaching at the college level.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Demonstrated success in working collaboratively.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.

EEO/AA STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs activities or employment on the basis of race color national origin sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity creed religion and actual or potential family parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy please contact the Vice President Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students) 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW Cedar Rapids IA 52404 or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building 1244 Speer Boulevard Suite 310 Denver CO 80204-3582 Telephone:FAX: TDD Email:.