Instructor, Respiratory Care

Lake-Sumter State College • Clermont, FL

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About The Position

The Instructor, Respiratory Care plans and delivers instruction, supervises and counsels students, and performs on-site clinical teaching at assigned hospitals. The role supports student learning and success while contributing to curriculum development, college governance, recruitment and retention, and the Respiratory Care program. The instructor is expected to maintain competence in assigned disciplines, comply with college policies and applicable state guidelines, and demonstrate the College’s core values of Caring, Communicating, Collaborating, and Celebrating.

The position requires a minimum of 35 work hours per week: 15 classroom hours, 10 office or student-contact hours, and 10 hours as needed by the program or College. Teaching may take place at multiple campus sites and includes the ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends, and to attend College events on or off campus. The instructor also participates in meetings, annual evaluation, Commencement, and Respiratory Care pinning ceremonies, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a U.S.-accredited institution; relevant alternative credentials may be considered.
• Four years of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), including at least two years of clinical respiratory care experience.
• BLS Certification.
• Active, unencumbered Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) license and current State of Florida licensure, or other active state RRT licensure transferable to Florida.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively in virtual and in-person environments.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and demonstrate knowledge and expertise in the applied field.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow procedural and policy manuals and respond positively to supervision and direction.
• Ability to work professionally with a diverse population and collaborate effectively to achieve shared goals.
• Ability to critically assess situations and processes and make recommendations for improvement.
• Ability to plan, organize, multitask, and meet multiple deadlines and new work tasks within required timeframes.
• Flexibility to work on varied projects at a fast and accurate pace and adapt to change.
• Ability to work various hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends.
• Ability to travel among campuses and attend College events on or off campus as required.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS Certification.
• PALS Certification.
• Teaching experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out instructional duties that maximize student learning.
• Supervise students in accordance with program procedures and address academic and course-related concerns.
• Teach assigned courses in accordance with course descriptions, including teaching classes for their full scheduled periods.
• Perform on-site clinical practice teaching at assigned hospitals.
• Work a minimum of 35 hours per week, including 15 classroom hours, 10 office or student-contact hours, and 10 hours as needed by the program or College.
• Assist with registration and/or recruitment when requested.
• Provide each student with a course syllabus in accordance with College expectations.
• Review assigned course content regularly and recommend changes to the LSSC supervisor and curriculum committee as needed; ensure additions, revisions, and supplemental materials comply with ADA accessibility standards and institutional accessibility requirements.
• Serve on faculty committees to help develop the instructional program and the College’s educational philosophy.
• Attend scheduled or called meetings by the President or Vice President of Academic Affairs, AVP Health Professions, and Program Director unless excused by the responsible administrator.
• Evaluate student progress and achievement using methods clearly presented in the course syllabus, and use evaluation results for planning, instruction, counseling, and program modification.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and submit grade reports and other required data by deadlines.
• Resolve discipline problems within the scope of responsibility.
• Assist and counsel students as needed, including during office and campus hours.
• Use materials and equipment necessary to accomplish assigned tasks and demonstrate knowledge of current instructional developments.
• Comply with applicable administrative rules, regulations, and Board Policy, and participate in the annual evaluation process specified by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Participate in Commencement and Respiratory Care pinning ceremonies.
• Communicate in a timely manner with students, community members, faculty, staff, and supervisors in response to meeting, phone, mail, and email requests.
• Teach at multiple campus sites as needed and travel among campuses and attend College events on or off campus as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate the College’s core values and provide a welcoming, supportive environment while maintaining professional and ethical conduct.
• Adhere to workplace safety rules, laws, regulations, standards, and practices.

What This Job Offers

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