Adjunct - Dietetic Technician

Adjunct - Dietetic Technician

Overview:

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College invites candidates who are fully committed to the mission and values of Cincinnati State Technical and Community College to apply for the position of Adjunct - Dietetic Technician.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement as well as effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Adequately prepare and update all course materials and lessons with the assistance of the program chair. Note preparation time will vary based on instructor experience in teaching that course.
• Provide each student with clear course expectations, evaluations and timelines through carefully written topical outlines and approved, standardized syllabus.
• Provide interesting and relevant assignments for students that demonstrate learning outcomes in a real-life setting.
• Suitably challenge, engage, serve and communicate with students to encourage their participation and learning while maintaining mutual value and respect.
• Complete grade books, final grade sheets, learning assessments and final exam assessments on a timely basis.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are delivered as defined by the syllabus.
• Maintain a paper or electronic record (i.e., spreadsheet, grade book utilization of starfish) of each student's progress and has it available upon request by students and/or appropriate College personnel.
• Facilitates meaningful learning of the course competencies in the curriculum and proactively supports all facets of the learning environment.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and students and engaging students in the learning process.
• Design, administer, and grade examinations to assess achievement of course objectives as identified in the syllabus and as approved by the Program Chair and Academic Dean.
• Complete as directed all end of term responsibilities, including submission of final grades, copies of exams, attendance records, and all other designated materials to the Academic Office.
• Consult with the Program Chair or other appropriate College personnel on questions or issues involving course curricula, instructional strategies, and College policies and procedures.
• Respond to requests (e.g., from students, Program Chair, A, committee chairs, Records Office) in a timely and thorough manner.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the Accreditation of the Dietetic Technician and Dietary Management program following accreditation standards.
• Participate in professional development activities to remain current in the dietetic field.
• Address student issues in a timely manner, including communicating issues to the Program Chair and Program Coordinator.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or currently completing Master's degree requirements to be completed by 2026.
• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition or related field.
• Registered Dietician (RD) by Commission of Dietetic Regulations.
• Licensed Dietician (LD) by Ohio Board of Dietetics.
• Minimum of 2 years working in a long-term care facility.
• Valid driver's license - Willingness to drive to facilities and interact with Dietetic Technicians, Registered Dietitians, and Food Service Managers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to act effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to interact successfully with academic as well as business and regulatory personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Registered Dietetic Technician (DTR) by the Commission of Dietetic Registration.
• Previous teaching experience in an academic environment.
• Minimum 3 years clinical or food service management experience in the teaching subject area.
• Experience with on-line teaching and/or instruction in higher education.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (Brightspace, Canvas, Blackboard, etc.)
• Ability to build or enhance proficiency in the use of diverse methods of classroom technology, and innovative instructional/academic support systems and programs.
• Some weekend or nigh hours may be required.

Desired Competencies:

• Exhibits strong communication skills and serves as a role model for students in this area.
• Is fully committed to the mission and values of Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
• Demonstrates success and commitment as a team player.
• Utilizes constructive feedback as an opportunity for growth and handles conflict and criticism effectively.
• Ability to create a positive learning environment that is respectful and promotes the interests of students first, while setting appropriate expectations for student growth and success.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based software, analytical, and report writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.
• Ability to learn from students' participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual.

Details:

Reports To: Associate Dean

Position Available: Varies by semester

Compensation: $700.00 per lecture hour

Contractual Affiliation: N/A

Exempt Classification: Non-Exempt

Status: Part time

Candidate notification: Please note that due to the high volume of candidates applying for adjunct positions, the college will only follow up with candidates who are being considered for an interview. HR will keep your resume on file until position is closed.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT

• The institution declares that it will educate students by means of free, open, and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth.
• The institution declares that its duty is to equip students with the opportunity to develop the intellectual skills they need to reach their own, informed conclusions.
• The institution declares its commitment to not requiring, favoring, disfavoring, or prohibiting speech or lawful assembly.
• The institution declares it is committed to create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth, and tolerates the differences in opinion that naturally occur in a public higher education community.
• The institution declares that its duty is to treat all faculty, staff, and students as individuals, to hold them to equal standards, and to provide them equality of opportunity, with regard to those individuals' race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.