Instructor, Surgical Technology - Full time Faculty Assignment

Houston Community College•Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service. Faculty is expected to teach a full load each semester as defined in the Faculty Workload Guidelines. Demonstrate expertise and experience in classroom teaching. Faculty may be required to teach at various locations in the District; including, but not limited to, dual credit sections at partner school districts. Faculty may be assigned to teach in the modalities of face-to-face, hybrid, online (synchronous or asynchronous), or any combination of modalities.

Requirements

Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCC's affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites.
Associate’s degree required.
Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
5 years exceptional work experience plus a Certificate in Surgical Technology may be considered in lieu of required degree. Must have certification as a Surgical Technologist and a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or licensed registered nurse in Texas with experience as an operating room nurse and certified a as a surgical technologist.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) preferred.
Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application.
3 years experience in a current operating room and clinical or classroom education skills required.
Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.
Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
Possess good organizational and planning skills.
Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.
Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a clinical supervisor for students in a surgical technology program preferred.
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) or Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) preferred.