Respiratory Therapy Instructor

Title: Respiratory Care Instructor

Term: Full-Time

Classification: Certified/Exempt

Location: Franklin Technology Center – MSSU, Extension Campus

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by USDE; If Bachelor's Degree is not complete, must be completed within 10 months of hire.
• Valid RRT credential and current state license;
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a RRT with a minimum of one (1) year in clinical respiratory care;
• Experience teaching in an accredited respiratory care program preferred. Instructor status for BLS, ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP preferred.
• Must obtain MO/DESE teaching certification within the first two (2) years of employment.

Supervisory: No

Reports to: Respiratory Care Program Coordinator

Director of FTC Adult Education

Code: 002-1621-6111-0128-00125-1-000

Job Number: 2801

Summary

The Respiratory Care Instructor must demonstrate the following:

• Deliver theory and skills training through direct teaching and demonstration of skills.
• Teach the course curriculum as outlined by FTC and DESE.
• Build knowledge and develop medical skills.
• Maintain accurate records on all students, including but not limited to attendance records, schedules and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
• Evaluate and document students’ progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained
• Communicate effectively with students, and all affiliated with the course.
• Responsible for providing direct instruction to students and maintaining an environment conducive to learning.

• Provide an environment that encourages student participation, interpersonal skills development, and medical-based concepts.
• Perform other duties assigned.
• Emphasize workplace readiness skills.

Job Goal:

To provide quality education and training relevant to current industry standards, and to ensure students’ success in the respiratory care field.

Essential Job Functions:

• Communicate effectively with adult students.
• Provide student academic counseling as needed.
• Document student competencies.
• Ensure confidentiality of student records.
• Effectively monitor, instruct, and evaluate students in clinical settings.
• Identify and maximize utilization of available learning opportunities in the clinical settings.
• Act as a positive respiratory care role model to students and peers.
• Teach a portion of the curriculum of the Respiratory Care program.
• Collaborate with the Respiratory faculty to develop, implement and evaluate the curriculum for the Respiratory Care program.
• Participate in the recruitment and retention efforts for the Respiratory Care program.
• Participate in the Respiratory Care Advisory Committee for the program.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Education to provide adequate laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Teach certifications of BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NRP.
• Carry out all other duties as assigned.

Other Job Functions:

• Supports the mission of Franklin Technology Center.
• Supports the value of education.
• Complies with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
• Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Reacts to change productively.
• Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
• Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes.
• Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines.
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties; has consistent and regular attendance
• Participates in functions necessary to support program accreditation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
• Possess teaching and facilitation skills.
• Ability to teach and control the behavior of students.
• Knowledge of academic and/or vocational education curricula.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow Board policies, administrative procedures and training and handbook materials.

Physical Demands

An individual who holds this position must have the ability to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. Be able to move around the classroom and read handwritten or printed material. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Conditions and Environment:

The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.