Full-Time Faculty Respiratory Therapy

Ivy Tech Community College•South Bend, IN

About The Position

The Full-Time Faculty Respiratory Therapy position provides quality, engaging instruction in the academic program across delivery methods and formats. The faculty member gives students timely and meaningful feedback on their mastery of course and program learning outcomes, supports students outside class, contributes to institutional and community service, participates in student retention and completion initiatives, and supports the College’s mission and strategic plan. The role follows campus expectations for faculty performance and engagement and reports to the Program Chair or School Dean. It supervises designated support staff. The role delivers assigned classes, develops and maintains curriculum and course materials, maintains student records and documentation, manages a safe and productive learning environment, and uses learning management systems to support instruction and communication. It also includes coaching and monitoring assigned advisees, identifying and addressing academic concerns, maintaining office and student engagement hours, and contributing to student recruitment and program completion. The faculty member participates in professional development and scholarly activities, stays current in pedagogy and instructional technology, builds community and industry relationships, and provides institutional support through committees, accreditation and grant projects, meetings, commencement, career services, alumni activities, and program management support. Responsibilities are not exhaustive and must be conducted in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards. Candidates must hold an earned bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution, have academic preparation appropriate to the program, be a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), hold an Indiana Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (RTP) license, and have four years of direct Respiratory Therapy experience. Candidates must also have strong working knowledge of technologies appropriate to instruction and meet applicable faculty credential requirements. The College expects all activities to be conducted with appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Requirements

Earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Academic preparation appropriate to the program.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential.
Indiana Respiratory Therapy Practitioner (RTP) license.
Four years of direct experience in Respiratory Therapy.
Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
Meet faculty credential requirements outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the applicable area of instruction.
Conduct all activities with appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that support student learning and align with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials.
Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
Manage a classroom environment conducive to learning and compliant with applicable safety standards and practices.
Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
Use a learning management system to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
Coach and academically monitor assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
Monitor and document student performance, issue academic advising alerts, and provide interventions, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals as needed.
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and faculty loading policy.
Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach to students.
Participate in professional development, including training, related industry experience, and self-study.
Participate in discipline-related scholarly activities and activities required for certification and licensure.
Stay current in pedagogy and teaching-related digital and other technologies.
Participate in community service and develop community, industry, and business contacts on behalf of the College.
Provide institutional support through committees, task forces, accreditation and grant-related projects, and other administrative requests.
Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration.
Participate in college-wide, campus, departmental, division, and faculty meetings.
Participate in career service and alumni activities.
Support the program or department chair in program management activities.
Adhere to college and regional academic policies.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options with a Health Savings Account and employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage
Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Healthcare and dependent-care Flexible Spending Accounts
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary, paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and retail services