Respiratory Therapy Instructor| Sub

 
Created
Oct 30, 2024 4:08pm
Location
Tucson, Arizona
Instruct Respiratory Therapy students in the clinical setting in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include scheduled activities and materials of semesters.
  • Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based upon student need and established curriculum.
  • Monitor the attendance of students in the program and coordinate with Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row.  Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.
  • Review student success rates and implement plan to reduce student withdrawals.  Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.  Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
  • Maintain student grades in accordance with established policies.  Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
  • Evaluate the performance of students regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
  • Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, field trips and visits to therapy clinics.
  • Prepare lectures, labs and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
  • Assist and advise students with Respiratory Therapy program curriculum.
  • May assist and coordinate externships for Respiratory Therapy students.

 The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Associate’s degree. Baccalaureate degree preferred.
  • Graduate of an accredited Respiratory Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, or an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Respiratory Therapy.
  • Three (3) years of experience as a hospital/clinical respiratory therapist.
  • One (1) year of instructor experience in an accredited respiratory therapy program preferred.
  • Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) State license.
  • Current respiratory therapy and teaching licenses, certifications or other designations as required by local, state or federal laws to work in the field.
  • Verbal and written communication skills. 
  • Knowledge of Word, Excel, Power Point and other computer skills.
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