Assistant Professor, Clinical Academic Programs

Job Title: Assistant Professor, Clinical Academic Programs
Department: Operations-Professional                    
Location: College of Health Careers                          
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Day/Evening (United States of America)                           
     

SUMMARY:

The Assistant Professor develops, implements, and evaluates the assigned program of study on an ongoing basis. This position participates in advising students, curriculum development, program revisions, and program evaluations, teaching in the classroom, lab, simulation lab, and/or clinical setting, evaluation of student achievement, and other matters, as aligned with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and the Program Directors to co-facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation and assessment;

• Collaborates on systematic review of programs to ensure quality and current course content, best practice, and achievement of regulatory standards;

• Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and/or Program Directors;

• Serves on committees as assigned/approved;

• Reports to the relevant Program Director.

• Professional Governance Responsibilities

• Participates in interviewing and makes recommendations for hiring of faculty;

• Supports the arranges for coverage of classes during absences and emergency leaves;

• Promotes rapport within the department, campus, and community;

• Posts and keeps a minimum of 4-6 office hours per week that meet the needs of the student and are convenient for students seeking assistance with counseling, academic advising, and coursework;

• Maintains punctuality in meeting assigned classes and clinical responsibilities;

• Models professional behavior and standards of practice while in the workplace;

• Functions as a change agent and leader by promoting innovative practices in educational environments;

• Participates in professional development opportunities that increase effectiveness in the role and meet institutional and regulatory requirements.

• Supports recommendations regarding equipment, software purchases, and equipment maintenance contracts.

• Participates in the collegial mentoring relationship, serving as a mentor and/or mentee in the department and college.

• Engages in local, state, and/or national professional organizations appropriate to the faculty role.

• Serves community partners as content area experts when needed.

• Maintains necessary educational credentials, professional skills, and demonstrated teaching competencies consistent with department standards.

• Solicits feedback and implements suggestions from students and peers when appropriate.

• Expands knowledge in discipline and teaching craft on an ongoing basis.

• Promotes the professional development of peers/colleagues through recognized professional activities (in-service activities, the presentation of conference papers and/or publications, and other methodologies appropriate to the teaching field), as approved.

• Service to the College

• Provides service to the institution through appropriate participation in academic and campus committee assignments; offers adequate service on at least one department or college-wide committee.

• Promotes, models, and exhibits the College values with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders.

• Responds to discussions and requests for department work in a timely manner (e.g., answers emails, completes task assignments, etc.).

• Co-mentors new faculty as assigned.

• Has basic knowledge and enforces regulatory guidelines (FERPA, Title IX, and Article 129) and other pertinent federal regulations.

• Assists in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment.

• Co-reviews and recommends program textbooks and/or materials.

• Attends professional development days, departmental events, commencement, and other institutional meetings (e.g., department meetings).

• Collaborates to handle/respond to student concerns/complaints.

• Assists in the development and/or participates in student recruitment and retention strategies.

• Participates in the formulation and implementation of department initiatives.

• Participates in the evaluation and revising of program offerings/material