Faculty, Sonography (Henry County)

Ivy Tech Community College•New Castle, IN

About The Position

The Faculty, Sonography provides quality, engaging instruction across delivery methods and formats within academic programs. The role gives students timely, meaningful feedback on their mastery of course and program learning outcomes, engages with students outside class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum, and contributes to institutional support, community service, student retention and completion initiatives, and the College’s mission and strategic plan. Faculty members are expected to meet campus expectations for performance and engagement. Responsibilities include delivering assigned classes using appropriate pedagogy and technology; developing and maintaining curriculum and course materials; maintaining student records and documentation; managing safe, productive learning environments; facilitating student achievement; and using the Learning Management System to support instruction, assessment, and communication. The faculty member also provides academic coaching and monitoring to assigned advisees, documents student performance, intervenes when needed, maintains required office and student-engagement hours, and supports recruitment, retention, and completion. The position includes professional development and scholarly activity to maintain current instructional, technical, and disciplinary knowledge. It also involves community and industry outreach, service on behalf of the College, institutional projects and committees, participation in meetings and commencement, career services and alumni activities, and support for program management and academic policies. Candidates must be registered as an ARDMS in abdomen and OB or hold ARRT (S) registration, and must have at least a bachelor’s degree.

Requirements

Registration as an ARDMS in abdomen and OB, or ARRT (S).
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree.

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 the Learning Management System, such as IvyLearn, to support teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
Know and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, 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, use academic advising alerts, and provide interventions such as student communications, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals to College resources.
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 program completion, including outreach using phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.
Participate in professional development, including scheduled training, time onsite in related businesses and industries, and self-study.
Participate in discipline-related scholarly activities in fulfillment of annual performance plans and certification or licensure requirements.
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy and teaching-related digital and other technology.
Participate in College community service and develop community, industry, and business contacts to advance College relationships within the service area.
Provide institutional support as requested, including committee and task-force participation and work on accreditation and grant-related projects.
Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
Participate in College- and campus-wide meetings and departmental, school, and faculty meetings.
Participate in career service and alumni activities.
Support the program/department chair in program management activities.
Adhere to College and campus academic policies.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options paired 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 at no cost.
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care.
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.
Generous 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 various retail services.