AY26 - Respiratory Therapy Instructor , BS Program

Job Title

Master's degree and two years of directly related professional experience; Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC), held for a minimum of four years; Eligible for licensure with the California Respiratory Care Board; Resident of California at the time of employment; Demonstrated cultural competence and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds of community college students; Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Earned doctoral degree or advanced education beyond the minimum required, research experience, and possession of an excellent academic record that indicates a strong background in the health care field; Knowledge of requirements of external bodies such as CoARC, NBRC, Clinical, Affiliate, and California Respiratory Care Board; Commitment to maintaining a current knowledge of recent developments in the respiratory therapy field; Experience with fiscal planning, program planning and development, and curriculum development; Experience teaching in a community college or other college setting; Experience or interest in web enhancing and/or teaching online courses and ability to use technology; Commitment to execute extracurricular responsibilities within the Department and College; Ability to set specific learning outcomes and objectives and measure achieved results; Success at initiating, executing and following-up of projects in a timely manner; Commitment to a career in a diverse, student-centered Department and College; Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff, and students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; Knowledge of equity-centered educational research on best practices to support the success of Latinx, Black, Indigenous, and other students of color; Ability to create a safe and welcoming environment for all students, including those with diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions; Experience with best practices in tutoring and teaching related to student success and equity; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Excellent organizational skills; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various academic departments and service areas at the college; Commitment to equity-minded teaching and professional practices; Physical ability to perform the duties of the position; Demonstrated sufficient level of knowledge, skills, and competency in those content areas; Other duties as assigned.