Adjunct Faculty, Surgical Technology

Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions hired each semester on an as-needed basis. The adjunct faculty member will be responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the School.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives.
-Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
-Works with students to remove barriers to retention and completion of the program.
-Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
-Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
-Interacts with students and co-workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with college policies, campus guidelines, and expectations.
-Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS
1.Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
2.Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
3.Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
4.Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A qualified faculty member teaching Surgical Technology courses meets the Surgical Technology program standard or the course standard, whichever standard applies to the specific course.

● A qualified faculty member teaching SURG 112 (lab course) meets the course standard through one of two routes:

• Meets the Surgical Technology Program Faculty/Instructor Standard or greater, or
• Possesses an earned associate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Possesses a credential in the field of surgical technology through a national certification program that is accredited by the National Commission on Certifying Agencies (NCCA), and
• Has a minimum total of two years of experience, either in the operating room scrub role or as an instructor in surgical technology, or a combination of both, within the past five years.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.