Assistant Professor MAST

CHESS•Santa Fe, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Teaches 30 pay hours per year of assigned classes and performs instructional duties in diverse learning environments. Responsibilities will include designing and preparing course assignments and assessments both in class and online, grading and tracking student work, and assessing student placement. Maintaining scheduled office hours, meeting with students and providing academic advisement to students in medical assistance and related areas. Provides mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty and assists with student conferences. It is expected that faculty maintain current professional standards and practices, attend committee/department meetings, and support the mission of SFCC and the School of Science Health Engineering and Math (SHEM). Must be committed to serving a diverse college community.

Requirements

Associate's degree in medical assisting or a related field.
Current certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Two years (2) years’ experience in working as a medical assistant or equivalent.
Two (2) years’ teaching experience in a higher education environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a medical or related field.
At least five (5) years' experience teaching in a post-secondary or college setting
Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Teaches up to 15 pay hours each semester (fall and spring semesters)/30 pay hours per year
Provides classroom and online instruction in medical assisting
Conducts assigned classes in accordance with approved course syllabi
Creates and maintains effective, student-centered, learning environments
Advises students concerning academic achievement and learning goals; assists students with enrollment, registration and navigating systems
Works with Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center, making referrals as necessary
Acquaints students with course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policy
Maintains student records regarding grades, coursework, degree plans and petitions to graduate
Maintains and submits up-to-date course outlines, syllabi and assessment materials
Submits required reports by deadlines
Seeks ways to improve instruction, keeping abreast of professional education developments
Maintains approved schedule of office hours
Participates in curriculum development
Creates curriculum and assessment instruments employing multiple assessment techniques
Integrates appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum
Develops and selects materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses
Assists in the choice of textbooks and other instructional materials that are appropriate to the course syllabi
Participates in faculty, department, School, college-wide and other meetings and functions; serves on college committees; and attends and supports college activities
Promotes program within SFCC and to the community
Works with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach to promote SFCC programs
Serves as the coordinator of program advisory committee
Works with businesses and related industries in the Santa Fe area to develop strong relationships, career paths initiatives, internships and workforce development
Manages student internships and/or co-ops
Mentors and observes faculty
Collaborates with other faculty and staff in the School and across the college
Assumes special duties assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean of the School and/or designated representatives