Instructor or Assistant Professor of Allied Health Dual Credit Tenure Track

Southeast New Mexico College•Carlsbad, NM

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is seeking applications for a full-time tenure track position in Allied Health. The accepted job candidate will teach dual-credit courses in Allied Health at Artesia High School in Artesia, NM. The faculty member hired in this position is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities to promote student-centered learning and success. At a minimum, the related activities include instruction, holding office hours, serving on various committees, and demonstrating a commitment to professional development through participating in local, state, regional, and national professional activities, and organizations. As the faculty member strives for success in this role, their supervisor will provide guidance, feedback, and support. Campus information pertaining to Artesia High School includes “at Artesia High School, we believe that excellence is something to strive for. With a small community, we are fortunate to be able to provide our students with all the help necessary to succeed. We set high expectations for our students and challenge them to become the best they can be. Artesia High School is located in the small town of Artesia, New Mexico, which provides a relaxed and friendly environment filled with many families. We are very proud of our wonderful academic programs. We have a great team; we are all 100 percent focused on ensuring our students succeed.”

Requirements

Have a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.
Have a minimum of two (2) years of related experience.
Be an Allied Health Professional (including but not limited to registered nurses, pharmacists, dieticians, social workers, nursing home administrators, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist), licensed and in good standing.
Maintaining licensure as necessary during employment is required.
Current New Mexico License, or a compact state license, or eligibility to obtain a New Mexico license to practice as an Allied Health Professional.
Will be assigned to teach on a 10-month contract with an annual teaching load of approximately thirty-three (33) credit hours of 100 and 200-level classes.
Holds regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual.
College service commitments include participating in professional development activities and serving on various committees for the benefit of Southeast New Mexico College and Artesia High School.
Evaluates student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment.
Serves as a member of the college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning.
Collaborates with other departments in regard to interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training.
Attends scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee meetings at both SENMC and AHS.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Must be willing to live within commuting distance of Artesia High School.

Nice To Haves

Successful experience in teaching at the college level or providing student clinical instruction is preferred.
Experience working with ethnically diverse and rural student populations; to include working with underprepared students.
Demonstrates an appreciation for and understanding of the unique needs of the student in both academic and vocational disciplines in the health and medical field.

Responsibilities

Deliver in-person classroom instruction that supports the learning outcomes of the Allied Health courses, including but not limited to Medical Terminology, Introduction to Pathophysiology, Introduction to Pharmacology, Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology, and Legal/Ethics of Healthcare.
Be willing to teach Monday through Friday or in alignment with the Artesia High School schedule.
Participate in professional development activities.
Evaluate student performance and instructional methods using the college’s established system of assessment.
Plan, design, and provide laboratory instruction which reflects an understanding of the course’s objectives and curriculum.
Evaluate student achievement of curricular and course objectives and learning outcomes related to the knowledge and practice of both nursing and allied health professions.
Serve as a member of the high school’s and college’s various governance committees and task forces to promote institutional/instructional efficiency and support a culture of learning.
Hold regular office hours in accordance with the policies established in the Faculty Manual or be available for parents and students as needed.
Collaborate with other departments regarding interdisciplinary projects, campus events, and instructional training.
Attend scheduled faculty meetings, department meetings, required training, and committee meetings.
Stay abreast of trends, advancements, and changes within the health and medical field; adjust curriculum to align with industry changes and workforce demands.
Participate in Program Advisory Boards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Teach college courses effectively to a diverse student body of high school students.
Conduct ongoing assessments of courses, and developing courses.
Participate in professional development activities and serving on various committees for the benefit of Southeast New Mexico College and Artesia High School.