Massage Therapist Instructor - Evening

Community HigherEd•Tulsa, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Massage Therapist Instructor delivers outcomes-focused, hands-on education through classroom and laboratory instruction, helping students develop the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level employment in massage therapy. The instructor supports students with guidance, tutoring, constructive feedback, and professional advising while following curriculum requirements and maintaining applicable accreditation compliance. The role includes preparing and maintaining classroom and laboratory equipment and materials, supporting student retention, keeping accurate attendance and grade records, and maintaining a clean, organized laboratory. The instructor collaborates with the Department Head on course improvements, field trips, and guest speakers, and may assist with corporate wellness activities and other off-site events. The position also requires attendance at meetings, ceremonies, and school-sponsored activities, as well as professional development and in-service participation. This is an evening, part-time, non-exempt position, typically scheduled Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.; hours may vary based on business needs.

Requirements

Licensed Massage Therapist in the State of Oklahoma.
At least three years of experience in the massage therapy field within the last seven years.
High school education level.
Ability to support students professionally and demonstrate highly developed interpersonal skills.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
Excellent presentation, public speaking, written, and verbal communication skills.
Energy, creativity, and initiative in instruction and student support.
Resilience, resourcefulness, and enthusiasm.
Ability to model the CARES philosophy and core values, including courage, teamwork, perseverance, and vision.
Ability to demonstrate and explain massage therapy skills and guide students during hands-on laboratory activities.
Ability to use Canvas and Transcript to support instruction and maintain accurate student records.
Ability to maintain professionalism, hygiene, and ethical conduct.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching or instructional experience.
Experience in adult education and development.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom and laboratory instruction, explain learning activities, and assist students with varying levels of proficiency.
Advise students professionally and provide constructive, encouraging, and timely feedback, including timely grade postings and substantial feedback on student work.
Tutor students on campus and remotely as needed, and provide individualized or small-group guidance and study strategies.
Follow curriculum expectations and maintain accreditation compliance applicable to the Massage Therapy Program.
Assist with course design to meet or exceed minimum content standards and communicate suggested course improvements.
Prepare, operate, maintain, and demonstrate classroom and laboratory equipment and materials.
Support student retention by reviewing learning activity completion, monitoring attendance, and contacting students as necessary.
Record attendance, grades, and relevant communications in Transcript, and maintain working knowledge of Canvas.
Clean and organize the laboratory after each use and model high standards of hygiene.
Work with the Department Head to plan and schedule field trips and guest speakers as needed.
Attend required meetings, including Faculty Forum and team or department meetings, graduation ceremonies, and school-sponsored activities.
Assist with corporate wellness activities and off-site events as needed.
Complete at least two professional development activities and two in-services.
Model the College Mission and CARES philosophy, incorporate professional and ethical standards, and perform other duties as assigned.