Columbus State Community College Looking for Instructor – Medical Assisting Full Time

Job Type: Full time

Job Number: JR000493

Location: Columbus
Campus
Compensation Type: Salaried

Compensation: $47,160.00

Job Summary

Full-time members of the faculty are
professional educators who have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the Colleges’ mission, vision, values, strategic plan, President’s
& Board of Trustees’ charges and educational philosophy, and primary goal of providing a quality education for all students attending the
College. Faculty members are classified according to the ranks of Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor.
Faculty members are subject to Board policies, including academic freedom, and are also bound by its accompanying responsibilities. The
relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of leader, teacher, adviser, mentor, and facilitator of learning. This position is
intended to be in Medical Assisting instruction.
Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and
  assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Department’s policies, ensuring both
  the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. 
• Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in
  students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented
  groups. 
• Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities. 
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource. 
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students
  the expectations concerning the use of such technology. 
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty
  Handbook and departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with
  established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students
  throughout the semester. 
• Create and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and
  instructor requirements. 
• Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support course curriculum in accordance with
  the College’s guidelines. 
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. 
• Employs
  and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals
  and objectives. Be a facilitator of learning in a virtual environment.

Student Engagement & Advisement  

• Creates a
  positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty
  interaction, and support for learners. 
• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College. 
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students. 
• Encourages a sense of community among students for learning
  both inside and outside the classroom.
• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or
  transfer options available to assist with degree completion. 
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services
  available at the College or in the community.

Continuous Improvement

• Promotes continual improvement as part of the
  cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting, as appropriate, in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities;
  contributing, as appropriate, to the development, selection, and improvement of instructional materials, laboratories, and other
  instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development, maintenance, and design of course description, course outlines, and
  syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.
• Completes all mandatory
  performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College. 
• Shares best
  practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings.  Participates in instructional, departmental, or institutional research to improve
  educational effectiveness. 
• Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them. 
• Provides feedback, as
  appropriate, regarding the general operations of the department, division and the College. 
• Participates, as appropriate, in the
  interviewing, selection, and orientation processes of department faculty and staff. 
• Provides advice and/or assistance to faculty
  within the department, division, or College. 
• Attends faculty meetings as called by the President, Senior Vice President of
  Academic Affairs, Dean or Department Chairperson; and participates, as appropriate, on departmental and divisional
  committees.

Professional Development  

• Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other
  career-related needs. 
• Employs student, administrative and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional
  development, and participates in professional development activities. 
• Contributes, as appropriate, to the planning, evaluation,
  and/or presentation of college professional development programs. 
• Maintains required professional credentials, licensing, and
  continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate.

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion – Ongoing

• Helps to
  ensure the College meets its responsibilities in identifying areas of opportunity and systemic concerns while reporting complaints alleging
  discrimination. 
• Creates a welcoming, inclusive, equitable and productive work and learning environment where all students, faculty
  members, and college employees feel valued and are able to contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences.
• Ensures accessible and inclusive curriculum design and teaching strategies, and specifically promotes, advises, and supports
  curriculum development aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning environment. 
• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of
  respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

 MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate Degree in Medical Assisting or related healthcare field.
• Three (3) years of clinical
  experience in healthcare, including a minimum of 40 hours of experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.
• Trained in Educational
  Theory and Techniques with teaching experience in post-secondary (i.e., F2F, online, virtual, and blended).
• Current and competent in
  the core curriculum, policies, and guidelines of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB) and the Commission on Accreditation of
  Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• Current knowledge and administrative experience with Medical Assisting program
  accreditation submissions (i.e., Self-Study Guide, On-site survey)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Medical
  Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) that is accredited by either the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA),
  American National Standards Institute (ANSI) or under International Organization for Standardization (ISO);
• State Motor Vehicle
  Operator’s License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s). 

Application Requirements:

• Must attach
  curriculum vitae, cover letter, and appropriate transcripts with application.

Salary Details:

• 9-month Instructor
  Salary (AU & SP): $47,160.00
• Optional Summer Semester (Full load): $15,257.65
• Optional Overload (maximum amounts
  shown):

           –Autumn Semester (12 contact hours): $11,520.00
* Spring Semester (12 contact hours):
$11,520.00
* Summer Semester (9 contact hours): $8,640.00
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job
functions described in this position description. While performing duties of this job, the employee regularly exhibits digital dexterity
when entering data into computer. The employee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employee converses verbally or
manually with others in person as well as by telephone. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on computer
screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Classroom environment may include in-person or
  online modalities.

CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not
represent in any way a contract of employment.

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Union (If
Applicable):

Columbus State Education Association

Scheduled Hours:

40

Additional
Information

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• Please ensure you have all
  the necessary documents available when starting the application process. For all faculty positions (Instructor, Annually Contracted
  Faculty, and Adjunct), you will need to upload an unofficial copy of your transcript when completing your aplication.
• Prior to
  submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your
  application.

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