Professor 260, Surgical Professions (Fall 2026)

Collin College•McKinney, TX

1d•$93,490 - $113,740•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to prepare and deliver coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to the college's Core Values, an understanding of culturally responsive teaching, and knowledge of the teaching field. Meet professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures. Collaborate with leadership on programmatic priorities. Collin College is proud to offer a Faculty Rank Program designed to recognize and reward excellence in teaching, service, and professional achievement. In alignment with our mission and strategic vision, this program provides distinguished faculty members the opportunity to attain rank status, highlighting their contributions and commitment to academic excellence.

Requirements

Associate degree from an accredited institution and demonstrated competencies in discipline.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).
Current AST membership.
Current AHA BLS.
This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
If selected for a dual credit course(s), an additional background check requiring fingerprinting with the TX DPS will be required from the assigned ISD.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.
Community college or university teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned courses in accordance with the course syllabus and college policy.
Continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology in order to maintain currency and relevance in the respective discipline/industry.
Maintain familiarity with current texts, materials, teaching aids, and techniques relative to courses within the discipline and recommend their adoption when appropriate.
Actively seek ways to improve instruction.
Provide advice and/or assistance to adjunct faculty in regard to course content and instructional materials.
Post and observe office hours as outlined in the current Faculty Load Compensation Guidelines.
Collaborate with appropriate Collin College staff to advise and assist students during the ongoing registration process and as needed to improve program completion and success.
Actively participate in the discipline, division, and districtwide task forces, committees, and other identified service activities for an average of two hours per week.
Attend scheduled discipline, division, and districtwide meetings, including All College Day.
Participate in full regalia in official graduation ceremonies and department-level recognition events.
Actively participate in initiatives to maintain districtwide accreditation as well as maintaining standards required for discipline program review, accreditation, and/or approval.
Actively participate in the development, review, and continuous improvement of course and program curricula.
Assist in the recruitment of students and the promotion of academic programs and courses.
Work with Library staff in the selection of print and non-print materials in the overall collection development of the Library.
Establish annual objectives mutually determined with the division dean, associate dean or director, including personal and professional growth plans.
Maintain current knowledge and competence in the appropriate academic or workforce disciplines by engaging in industry networking events, meetings, job site visits, and conferences.
Contribute to and participate in staff and faculty training and development programs.
Participate in program advisory committee meetings.
Participate in community activities and services.
Participate in the annual evaluation of curriculum and program assessment activities.
Maintain classroom documentation, including gradebooks and other relevant academic artifacts.
Remain current in industry certification, designation, and state license(s) if required.
Request classroom and lab supplies as needed by following college procedures.
Perform other duties as determined in consultation with campus leadership, the division dean, associate dean, or director.
Assist in maintaining a clean and organized laboratory environment and laboratory storage to optimize facility/equipment utilization and safety.
Conduct initial troubleshooting measures on equipment and promptly labels and report all equipment in need of repair.
Ensure compliance with warranty requirements as needed and preventative maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
Follow published safety and security guidelines and procedures to ensure student safety and protection of laboratory equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.