Assistant Professor/PC Medical Assisting

Connecticut State Community College•Norwalk, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Connecticut State Community College is hiring an on-site, tenure-track Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator in Medical Assisting at CT State Norwalk. This is a full-time, 10-month position requiring 30 credit hours of teaching per academic year. The anticipated start is the Spring 2027 or Fall 2027 semester. Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or another administrator, the Assistant Professor will teach courses in the assigned discipline, which may be offered in lecture, hybrid, or online formats. Teaching schedules may include day and evening classes. The position also includes student support and advising, curriculum development and review, program assessment and accreditation work, and administrative and coordination responsibilities for the Medical Assisting program. The role includes collaboration with students, colleagues, external agencies, community organizations, and employers. The faculty member will participate in institutional ceremonies, meetings, committees, and task forces, including some activities that may take place during evenings or weekends. The position is not remote.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an Allied Health or related field.
Credentialed as a Medical Assistant by NCCA, ANSI, or ISO.
Two years of college teaching experience (48+ credits).
Two years of professional experience in medical assisting.
Documented education in instructional methodology.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Authorization to work full-time in the United States; the college cannot sponsor work visas.
Successful completion of the required background screening and proof of eligibility to work under IRCA.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Experience teaching medical assisting courses in didactic or clinical settings.
Experience with curriculum development, program assessment, evaluations, accreditation, and continuous quality improvement.
Experience coordinating practicum or externship placements and developing clinical partnerships.
Experience supervising faculty or staff.
Experience using instructional technology, simulation, electronic health records, or online learning platforms such as Blackboard.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping course materials current.
Teach 30 credit hours per academic year and deliver courses within the assigned discipline.
Evaluate and assess student learning outcomes.
Provide student support, mentoring, and academic advising.
Develop curriculum and periodically review and update instructional materials.
Assist with program reviews and accreditation-related activities.
Plan and execute program-related events.
Attend workshops, trainings, and professional conferences to maintain currency in the field.
Recruit, advise, and retain students in designated program areas.
Select appropriate part-time instructors, schedule program courses, and hire and evaluate faculty.
Establish and cultivate partnerships with local organizations and employers.
Arrange and supervise student internships.
Assess, evaluate, and continuously improve the program.
Use release time specified in the collective bargaining agreement to perform required administrative functions.
Attend and participate in convocation and commencement ceremonies.
Serve on assigned committees and task forces and participate in committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends.
Perform other teaching, program coordinator, and related duties as assigned under the collective bargaining agreement.