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This position is part of the teaching faculty within the Health Sciences department and reports to the Director of Surgical Technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The instructional staff must be responsible for providing didactic content, evaluating students, reporting progress, and for the periodic review and updating of course material.
Expertise:

The individual will provide expertise in surgical technology curricular knowledge. The individual will be focused on learning and pedagogical flexibility. Individuals should be experienced in the use of diverse up-to-date sonographic equipment and instrumentation. Individuals should be self-directed, compassionate, and patient, and exhibit superior communication skills.
Attitude:
A commitment to the mission and values of the community college and to the vision of a learning college will be demonstrated. A willingness to participate in Advisory meetings, clinical instructor workshops, and accreditation preparation will be exhibited. Individuals will demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to assist in a variety of student clinical assignments. Responsible candidates will exhibit open-mindedness, fairness, and superior listening skills. A history of ongoing personal and professional growth will be present.
Adjunct instructor positions are part-time. Teaching assignments will vary from semester to semester and are based on enrollment.

Essential Functions

Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments and papers. Prepare and deliver instructional materials (i.e. syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts) in person. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. Compile, administer, and grade examinations. Participate in required reporting processes (i.e. grades, participation, etc.). Assist students in connecting to college resources.

Required Skills & Abilities

Candidates will possess abilities demonstrating good listening skills, patience and understanding of diverse student learning styles and timelines. Individuals will be committed to instructional strategies utilizing multiple and diverse delivery systems that are focused on student learning and successful outcomes.

Must be a graduate of education program in surgical technology accredited by a nationally recognized programmatic accreditation agency; and

Possess an Associate Degree or higher and a Certified Surgical Technologist.

Have a minimum total of three years (3) 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.

Must maintain certification in surgical technology throughout employment.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Above average computer skills.

Exhibition of respect and professionalism in a spirit of collegiality.

Microsoft Office proficient.

Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.

Ability to teach students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.

• Salary for adjunct faculty members is based upon level of education and range from $1,800 per 3-hour course for a master's degree to $2,000 per 3-hour course for a doctorate.  
• Worker’s compensation 
• Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. 

All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully work from home positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate MUST live in the State of Texas.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Some Adjunct and Part-Time teaching positions may remain open perpetually as the need for part time instructors fluctuates with student enrollment. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

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