Medical Assisting Faculty Fellow- Program Chair

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to regional expectations of faculty performance and engagement. This position will work closely with high school partners on the Medical Assisting pathway at the Ivy Tech Franklin location. As a Faculty Fellow, there is an emphasis on program growth over the next two years.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

INSTRUCTION

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes. 

• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.

• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes. 

• Use Learning Management System (Canvas) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.

• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 07.02.00). 

• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related healthcare industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.

• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college. 

• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.

• Participate in mentoring activities as arranged by regional administration. 

• Support and engage with Ivy+ Career Link and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations). 

• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.

• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental and School faculty meetings.

• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM CHAIR ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Complete annual Program Review, which includes analysis of trend data and resources.

• As appropriate, engage internally and externally with employers and other economic sector experts, d