Pharmacy Technician Adjunct Instructor

Dorsey College • Woodhaven, MI

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About The Position

The Instructor – Pharmacy Technician delivers assigned courses and helps students achieve competency in course objectives. The instructor provides quality classroom instruction in lecture, clinical, and/or laboratory formats; assesses student learning; and supports students in resolving questions and completing their courses. The role requires motivating, fair, impartial, creative, dedicated, and professional conduct, as well as compliance with Dorsey policies, procedures, legal requirements, and regulatory standards.

The instructor prepares for classes, manages the classroom, maintains student and employer relationships, and contributes to continuous improvement through the Faculty Development Program. The position also supports other departments and participates in faculty, staff, committee, and in-service meetings. Evening or weekend hours may be needed to meet deadlines or meet with prospective students.

Requirements

• Maintain a current State of Michigan Pharmacy Technician license; instructors currently or formerly licensed as pharmacists do not need certification.
• At least two years of documented experience in the field.
• A degree, diploma, or certificate in the field taught from a post-secondary institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and two years of documented experience in the subject taught; alternatively, three years of significant documented job-related experience for instructors without specific education in the field.
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude, initiative, creativity, and ability to motivate staff.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment, computers, and computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching experience, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction in lecture, clinical, and/or laboratory formats according to approved course outlines, using approved materials and methods that address varied learning modalities and student needs.
• Assess student learning using appropriate methods.
• Conduct engaging classroom lectures and/or labs based on course outlines.
• Motivate students, respond sensitively to their concerns, and involve them in classroom discussions and activities.
• Advise students on attendance, grades, and other issues to support successful course completion.
• Contact absent students by text, email, and/or phone as needed to improve retention.
• Manage the classroom in accordance with campus policies, including policies on attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Prepare for class by displaying instructor contact information, the date, class name, current objectives, and next-session objectives on the whiteboard.
• Monitor and prepare classroom supplies and equipment, and notify appropriate campus personnel about areas needing attention.
• Participate in faculty, staff, committee, and in-service meetings; commencement attendance is strongly encouraged.
• Pursue professional growth in the subject taught through activities such as professional association participation, continuing education, related business experience, research, and awareness of current practices and standards.
• Support departments such as Financial Aid, Admissions, and Career Services.
• Ensure educational activities are conducted legally and ethically.
• Work within the Faculty Development Program or other identified criteria to support continuous improvement, including success, retention, attendance, instructor evaluations, and final exam pass rates.
• Maintain employer relationships through at least annual contacts, including at least one site visit and one contact that may be by phone.

Benefits

• Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Tuition discount opportunities for select online Lindenwood University degrees for qualifying employees.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, an employee assistance program, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Eleven paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree