Adjunct Respiratory Therapy Instructor

Location : Sullivan Health Center 2300 N Career Ave Sioux Falls, SD, SD
Job Type: Adjunct Instructor
Job Number: 00334
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Health
Opening Date: 02/27/2026
Closing Date: 5/29/2026 11:59 PM Central


Position Summary
The adjunct instructor will provide instruction and assess student learning in the area of respiratory therapy at Southeast Technical College (STC) to prepare students for an entry-level position in that field. The adjunct instructor will continually assess and enhance the curriculum to meet the program's educational requirements, the rules and regulations of its accrediting bodies, and the most current industry standards. For more information regarding this position, please contact the hiring manager, Deb Letcher, at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Essential Functions

• Develop and teach relevant curriculum that provides classroom theory and laboratory application and prepares students for entry-level positions in the field.
• Facilitate class instruction in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines specified by STC.
• Teach the course in ways and methods that engages student learning.
• Establish a positive student learning environment that promotes retention, accountability, diversity, equity, excellence, innovation, collaboration, dignity, self-respect, safety, student success and personal and professional growth.
• Select and compile tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises that permit measurement of performance relative to standardized learning objectives.
• Evaluate student performance by administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics.
• Respond promptly to student grade determination by reporting assignments, discussion board exercises, exams, and course completion through the learning management system.
• Follow developed syllabus for learning activities.
• Adhere to protocol guidelines for participation in online learning as determined by the course.
• Review textbook and courseware changes with the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and the full-time faculty teaching Respiratory Therapy.
• In accordance with industry and educational standards of STC, review curriculum and assess course competencies to ensure students are meeting industry standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in respiratory therapy preferred; Associate's degree in Respiratory Therapy required
• Experience:
  1. Minimum of five years of work experience in the respiratory therapy industry or related field required.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of respiratory therapy.
  3. Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.

Registration as a board-certified respiratory therapist required. Licensed in the state of South Dakota.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
General classroom environment with standard equipment available during classroom instruction. Lighting and temperature are adequate for course delivery. Moderate noise levels typical of a classroom environment. May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling outside the classroom.
This position is not eligible for benefits.