Adjunct Instructor Pharmacy Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:This is a part-time position for an industry professional who will help train students in the Pharmacy Technician Program. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing an effective instructional training program in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages and enables students to develop into industry professionals.This position requires the employee to work between 16 and 28 hours per week, with the schedule varying based on the applicant's availability. The working hours are from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. Upon hire, the specific schedule will be established according to program needs. Responsibilities may include teaching Pharmacy Practice, Pharmacology, and Calculation, along with conducting the corresponding labs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Instruct students in accordance with classroom syllabi, curriculum, planned lab experiences and lesson plans, and provide feedback regarding their effectiveness and convergence with industry practices to full-time instructorsDevelop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on hands-on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course planCommunicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities. Ensure classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activitiesAssign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments in a timely mannerObserve, evaluate, and record student's performance and development and provide appropriate and helpful feedback. Notify full-time instructor when problems develop before they become criticalManage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve full-time instructorEnsure that student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar. Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student informationAssure safety standards are used which comply with all College, local, City, State and Federal guidelines. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and labCommunicate consistently with director, program personnel and high school counselors, if applicable, to ensure the highest level of student success Be an active and participative member of the program's instructional teamActively ensure program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, if applicableAssist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings as requested, if applicableEnsure that students and staff are treated respectfully and equally without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition. Report all violations immediately to HR or Student ServicesComply with Dixie Tech Policies and ProceduresOther duties as assignedRequirements and Qualifications:3+ years experience in industry required, 5+ years preferred Current State Pharmacy Technician License requiredCurrent National Certification requiredHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredAssociates Degree preferredStrong knowledge of Google Suite applicationsStrong communications and presentation skillsThe employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.While we thank all applicants for applying, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted during the selection process.Employees and potential employees are subject to a criminal background check and drug testing.