Faculty - Paramedic Science, Program Chair

Posted:
7/29/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
South Bend, Indiana, United States ⋅ Indiana, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
On-site

Full-time faculty responsibilities include instruction, student engagement, academic-related coaching and advising, institutional support, community relations and business outreach, and professional development. All faculty are expected to teach their assigned courses and fulfill all other faculty appointment obligations consistent with the procedures below. Faculty are obligated to the on-campus and off-campus time necessary to meet their professional responsibilities for classes, laboratories, office hours, meetings, and other assignments.

The distribution of a faculty member’s comprehensive assignment will vary in accordance with department, division, and/or regional needs and faculty expertise. Decisions regarding courses taught, teaching locations, and class schedules are determined by regional administration. All faculty are expected to engage in the five essential functions outlined in the first paragraph; however, this policy does not mandate any particular balance among these categories.

Each faculty member’s load must be approved in writing by the campus academic officer. Faculty are expected to meet their assignment obligations within their appointment period, even if the obligations fall on a day when they are not routinely scheduled to be on campus. The regular appointment period begins on the appointment start date and ends on the appointment end date and does not include recognized regional academic breaks.

On a case-by-case basis, the campus academic officer may approve in writing a reassignment or load adjustment for faculty.

Full-time faculty members, as defined by the loading standards contained in this policy, may be awarded a nine-month or a twelve-month agreement.

The nine-month agreement will be used for faculty teaching in programs that do not require cohort students to attend fall, spring and summer. A full or partial extended year agreement for the summer term may be offered to those faculty members who have been on a full-time agreement during the previous nine months if summer enrollment and budget permit. See “Summer Term” below for further clarification.

The twelve-month agreement may be used for faculty in programs when cohort students are required to attend fall, spring and summer.

Full-time faculty members are guaranteed the equivalency of a full load during the nine-month or twelve-month agreement period.

When based on campus need and initiated by regional administration, the full-time load equivalency may be reached over the period of the nine-month or twelve-month agreement rather than over the period of the semester or term.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:          

I.          INSTRUCTION  

1.         Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives and program learning outcomes.  

2.         Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.

3.         Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.  Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices. 

4.         Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.  

5.         Use Learning Management System (e.g. Ivy Learn, Canvas, etc.) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment and communication.
 

II.        RETENTION AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.

Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources. 

Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).  

Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means. 

III.       PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT  

Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.

Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure. 

Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning. 

IV.       COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND BUSINESS OUTREACH 

Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/division/college.  

Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and division.

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT
 

Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects. 

Support and engage with Corporate College and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).  

Attend commencement and participate as assigned by regional administration. 

Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/division/faculty meetings.

Participate in career service and alumni activities.

Support program/department chair in program management activities.

Adhere to college and regional academic policies. 

Compensation: $47,000-$49,000 (Base)

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Completed academic preparation appropriate to the course(s) being taught.
  • Holds an Indiana State Paramedic License.
  • Holds an Indiana Department of Homeland Security Primary Instructor certification.
  • Holds a bachelor’s degree or higher.
  • Has two years of directly related work experience.
  • Knowledge about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National
  • EMS Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Holds an AHA Instructor certification in BLS, ACLS, and/or PALS.
  • Holds an NAEMT Instructor certification in PHTLS and/or AMLS.
  • Is familiar with the NREMT certification process and testing methods.
  • Holds a master’s degree or higher.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

Academic Transcripts Required at time of hire sent directly from issuing institution to the Office of Human Resources.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.