CEWD Part-Time Instructor, Phlebotomy

SUMMARY

Hourly rate to be determined based on discipline.This is a Part-Time Instructor Pool in our Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. This position is limited to no more than 19 hours per week. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

If a degree, certification or licensure is required, the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications must be received in the Office of Human Resources within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information (www.naces.org).

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender equity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service or veteran's status.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

The Instructor will teach a variety of courses and provide quality instruction in a safe environment to students within the Phlebotomy Program. The position prepares and provides lecture, laboratory, and clinical instruction according to the required curriculum established by Alvin College (AC). This position requires the individual to follow the current course outlines, objectives, evaluation mechanisms for the medical assisting program and procedures within the classroom and laboratory. The instructor constantly evaluates their effectiveness in the classroom by helping students obtain course learning outcomes and the impact that they have on student retention in the Phlebotomy Program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Teaches a variety of phlebotomy courses which may be scheduled days, nights, weekends and/or online

Provides educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled class times

Provide classroom and clinical instruction using a variety of teaching strategies to achieve course and program learning outcomes

Observes students in the clinical setting as needed

Prepares and distributes course outline / syllabi to studentsMaintain relationships with clinical affiliates to ensure excellent learning opportunities for students

Maintains a time and effort report of daily activities for grants reporting

Recommends and identifies programs and/or course improvements as needed to the CEWD Director Workforce Programs, Science & Allied Health

Participates in curriculum development and/or revisions as needed

Participates in textbook selection as needed

Identifies and reacts promptly, appropriately, and decisively in correcting safety issues

Monitors and documents student attendance/retention

Complies with CEWD department and Alvin College policies and procedures

Participates in program meetings

Grades assignments, returns graded assignments, and assigns final grades for all students in a timely manner

Monitors all equipment and supply inventory and makes recommendations to the CEWD Director Workforce Programs, Science & Allied Health for purchases

Secures consumable supplies as well as educational materials after class in a secure location

Assists Alvin College in the marketing of the Phlebotomy Program

Analyzes, reports and updates the CEWD Director Workforce Programs, Science & Allied Health on the outcome of course learning objectives and overall course progress

Assists in the resolution of student issues in the courses being taught

Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures

Attends institutional meetings as required

Other related duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENTThe employee typically works in a dental assisting laboratory, classroom, and office environment and uses a computer, telephone, dental instruments, lab equipment, sterilization/autoclave equipment, dental manikins, x-ray units, and other instructional resources as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and may vary during lab instruction, skills practice, competencies, and open lab activities. Employee may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday while assisting students, faculty, and staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and/or listen; frequently required to use repetitive hand motions, reach, bend, or lift up to twenty (20) pounds. Duties may also require prolonged standing during lab instruction and skills practice.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED

Current licensure or certification as a Phlebotomy Technician

One (1) year work experience as a Phlebotomy Technician

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Basic proficiency in online tools such as Blackboard

Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, co-workers, and supervisor

Ability to establish and maintain detailed classroom records and reports relating to course instruction.

Have the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching thus enabling students to reach to the program’s learning outcomes

The instructor will frequently perform autonomously and must be self-motivated

Will be required to proceed with independent actions with mutually established guidelines and minimal supervision from the CEWD Director Workforce Programs, Science & Allied Health

Must be flexible with the ability to work days, nights, and/or weekends with the understanding that available hours will be based on the needs of the program not to exceed 19 hours per week

Must be flexible and understands a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed and that classes may be cancelled and/or rescheduled with minimal notice due to student need, student enrollment and/or program needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate’s degree in Medical Technology from an accredited post-secondary institution and current licensure or certification preferred

Two (2) years of previous teaching experience, preferably at an accredited post-secondary institution

Two (2) years of previous clinical experience in supervising students

Bilingual- English/Spanish (Speak)