Surgical Technology Instructor

Job ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates thorough knowledge of teaching area subject matter and teaches courses during day, evening, Saturday, on campus and off campus, and online when requested. Maintains all required class/laboratory and exam meeting times for assigned courses. Evaluates students' progress (tests, exams, projects, research assignments) in a timely and consistent manner. Prepares daily lectures/activities and supplemental course materials to enhance instruction. Examines new textbooks and software. Institutes new methods and ideas to improve courses utilizing course outcome data. Develops, revises, and improves course syllabi for all courses taught. Assists students with career/academic goal development and registration. Advises all assigned advisees and monitors their progress toward graduation. Maintains accurate administrative records pertaining to classes. Performs all academic administrative and college related duties in a timely manner including grade reporting, class roster verification and course data collection. Posts and maintains required office hours to assist and advise students. Develops and implements a professional development plan consistent with the discipline taught and college's annual employee requirements.Minimum and Additional RequirementsBachelor's degree in the teaching discipline, or Associate's degree and demonstrated competencies in the teaching discipline.BenefitsThe state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.