Adjunct Faculty Medical Lab Tech Instructor

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

10d

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as-needed basis. They create a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and provide effective instruction and assessment within common syllabi. The position is located in South Bend and is part-time, with compensation of $47.35 per contract hour.

The instructor delivers assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives, uses available technology to enhance instruction, and develops or maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. The instructor maintains accurate student records and grades, engages students through active teaching strategies, and works professionally and cooperatively with students and co-workers. The role also includes implementing emergency and safety procedures in classrooms, laboratories, and other learning environments.

The instructor provides academic coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff. They monitor and document student performance, use technology for academic advising alerts, provide interventions and referrals to college resources, and support student recruitment, retention, and program completion. All activities must comply with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, professional standards, and College policies, and be conducted with respect for diversity.

Requirements

• Associate degree in medical laboratory technology.
• At least 3 years of laboratory experience as a certified MLT, either as a laboratory generalist or in the specific department in which the instructor will teach.
• ASCPcm MLT certification.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Meet faculty credentials outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science.
• At least 3 years of laboratory experience as a certified MLS, either as a laboratory generalist or in the specific department in which the instructor will teach.
• ASCPcm MLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Use available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other required documentation.
• Engage students in productive ways that support learning and a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Develop and implement active classroom teaching strategies focused on student engagement.
• Interact professionally and cooperatively with students and co-workers and comply with College policies and campus guidelines.
• Know and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, laboratories, and other learning environments.
• Provide academic-related coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including using technology for academic advising alerts.
• Provide interventions, including communicating with students, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach by phone and electronic means.
• Conduct activities in compliance with FERPA, regulatory requirements, professional standards, and the College's expectations regarding diversity.

Benefits

• Access to a vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with no-cost confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Employees may contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction toward retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree