Instructor - Medical Assisting

East Central College • Williamsville, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student activities. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit data to the department and/or the College.

Requirements

• Knowledge of academic discipline
• ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies
• use of instructional technology where appropriate
• experience with computerized student record management
• ability to develop educational programs
• ability to teach effectively at the college level
• initiative and resourcefulness
• industrious and dependability
• ability to work in a team and collaborative environment
• effective communication skills
• experience teaching a diverse student body
• physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Bachelor's degree within the Academic Discipline or a closely related field in conjunction with the Medical Assisting Unit
• credentialed in good standing in medical assisting by an organization whose credentialing exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
• current and competent in the MAERB Core Curriculum objectives as evidenced by education and/or experience
• instruction in educational theory and techniques

Nice To Haves

• The CMA (AAMA) credential issued by the American Association of Medical Assistants is preferred
• Previous employment experience in a healthcare facility or ambulatory healthcare setting performing or observing clinical and administrative procedures as completed by medical assistants
• teaching in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education is preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject
• Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s)
• Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage students
• Aligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomes
• Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomes
• Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours
• Provides tutorial help to students
• Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees
• Provides as appropriate learning environment for students
• Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance
• Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment
• Adheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
• Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement

Benefits

• Excellent health and benefits packages are comparable to offerings through similar county and New York State positions
• College’s expansive Health & Wellness initiatives
• tuition-free college courses are available for both employees and their families

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level