Adjunct Instructor - Radiology

Position Details:

This position will be teaching classes in the evening.

This position will teach two in-person evening classes at the Kilgore College Longview Campus in Longview, Texas. 

The Radiologic Science program is an integral part of the occupational education offerings of the college.  The college is looking for a Radiologic Science Instructor. 

The person hired in this adjunct position will report to the Radiologic Science Program Director and will be responsible for the overall academic and administrative leadership of the department. 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and adhere to a syllabus in Kilgore College required format
• Clearly communicate course requirements, means of evaluation, deadlines and policies to students
• Develop high quality means of evaluating student learning outcomes and apply them fairly and consistently in accordance to Kilgore College policies, as well as methods and timelines set forth in the syllabus
• Submit grades and required course documentation timely
• Follow Kilgore College policies and procedures in all elements of course management
• Maintain required office hours to provide additional academic support to students and go over examinations and other graded work
• Ability to conduct classroom laboratory and/or online courses
• Work closely with other departments in the division to manage shared space and resources
• Prepares for and teaches classes as assigned while making good use of class time and keeping all classes for the scheduled period
• Develops appropriate grading policies and methods of student assessment to monitor and communicate academic progress
• Provides full information to students regarding course syllabi, objectives, text, and materials required for the courses taught
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance and academic progress
• Recognizes individual differences in the classroom, and adapts instructional techniques accordingly
• Encourages and motivates students in a positive/professional manner to do their best
• Refers students to appropriate staff, office or resource person for information, guidance, financial assistance, placement, etc.
• Enforces regulations in the school catalog and student handbook
• Attends scheduled faculty, department, and committee meetings
• Uses college equipment and property appropriately and have students do the same

The above duties are not all-inclusive; rather they illustrate the type of work assigned to a position incumbent.  All listed duties are considered essential functions of the job. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in curriculum design, evaluation, instruction, and academic advising
• Maintains current knowledge of discipline and educational methodologies through professional development
• Has attention to detail and prioritizes tasks to multi-task effectively
• Able to demonstrate good customer service and professionalism
• Proficiency in typing, Microsoft Office, and email etiquette
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• Proficiency in problem resolution and critical decision making
• Uses interpersonal communication to establish and maintain effective working relationships as well as effective student-teacher relationships
• Visual acuity to use a keyboard and view a computer terminal. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry and/or move light to medium weight up to twelve (12) pounds and/or exert up to twelve (12) pounds of force
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Schedule:

• Two evenings per week.

Required Qualifications:

• Associates’ degree required
• Current ARRT Certification
• Current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of professional clinical experience in Medical Imaging
• Two years of instructional experience preferred
• Current registration in radiography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or an equivalent
• Familiarity with JRCERT Accreditation Standards
• Candidates with post-primary certifications preferred

Salary Range & Fringe Benefits:

• 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.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.