Professor, Diagnostic Echocardiography

This is a full-time, 10.5-month faculty position responsible to the Program Chair. The instructor must be responsible for providing instruction, evaluation of students, documentation of progress, and periodic review of course content. The clinical coordinator must be responsible for coordinating clinical education with didactic education as assigned by the Program Chair. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate and ensure the effectiveness of clinical experiences for the concentration(s) in which students are enrolled Provide clinical instruction and document the evaluation and progression of clinical performance leading to clinical competence Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral Demonstrate general knowledge of sonographic physics, anatomy, patient care, hospital and departmental policy and all sonographic equipment Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources Assess competencies in teaching and maintain compliance with the standards set by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography in the current Standards and Guidelines of an Accredited Educational Program for the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and the Tyler Junior College rules and regulations. Be familiar with program goals of the Diagnostic Echocardiography Program Assist in the recruitment and retention of students Advise students in academic matters or refer students to appropriate resources Assess students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keep them informed of their progress in a timely manner Engage students face-to-face and through electronic communications Utilize technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others Assist in the development, distribution, and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives Build positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments Provide recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities Adhere to Tyler Junior College policies and procedures Attend institutional meetings as required Other duties as assigned Education Possess an academic degree no lower than an Associate degree and at least equal to that for which the graduates are being prepared Possess the appropriate credential(s) specific to concentration(s) that instructor is designated to coordinate Required credentials for DMS instructor (general and vascular): RDMS (AB)(OB) and RVT (VT) or RVS Required credentials for DE instructor (echo and vascular): RDCS (AE) or RCS and RVT (VT) or RVS Experience A minimum of two years of clinical experience as a registered sonographer in the professional sonography field. Have documented experience in supervision, instruction, evaluation, student guidance, and in educational theories and techniques Prior teaching experience at the college level preferred Experience with Canvas LMS preferred Other Expectations Perform other duties as assigned Will have contact – in person, by email, or by phone – with staff, students, and the general public Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio‑economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities Maintain student‑centered methodology and classroom procedures Conduct oneself with professional and courteous behavior towards students, other faculty as well as staff on campus at TJC as well as off‑campus Work to provide an instructional environment based in professionalism and integrity by explaining what is required of students regarding behavior, communication, and academic integrity Be encouraging, trustworthy, confident and compassionate toward students so that they always feel you are present and working to help them succeed in graduating with their certificate or degree NOTE: With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above - including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. The position description is not inclusive of all responsibilities or expectations and may be amended with or without prior notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tyler Junior College