Instructor, Medical Assisting - Front Range Community College

Who We AreWe are the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 28,000 credit students annually in a diverse service area with broad cultural and recreational activities. We were one of 30 colleges in the initial American Association of Community Colleges Pathways Project, recently selected as a "Most Promising Place to Work" in Diverse Magazine, and profiled as one of six top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. Our online learning program has twice been listed recently as one of the top 10 community college online programs in the country. We have strong commitments to student success and to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that matches our student community. We are an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution and expect to reach HSI status by 2024 or 2025. We have worked hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation, and pride and seek people who share those values and our commitments to student success and equity. Who You AreAs a part-time instructor in the Allied Health Department, you provide instruction in all levels of the medical assisting. You work individually, as well as in collaboration with colleagues, to develop innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success is your top priority. You will utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students' critical thinking skills.You serve as representative of the department by participating in committees, task forces, and events at the campus, college, and/or state levels. You may be asked to teach at different times, locations and modalities to meet the needs of the College.Please note: This is an on-campus position with some remote work opportunities. You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. SALARY: The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours, as well as your level of education and years of teaching. Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information. BENEFITS: Part-Time Instructors will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determine eligibility to enroll in medical health insurance only for the following benefit period. (See: Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information). All qualified candidates will remain in a talent pool for future consideration.Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application package submitted by candidate. Completed application package includes: A resume; A letter of interest; A copy of official transcripts; A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and A list of courses and the semesters you have taught.

Primary Duties

Teaches courses consistent with CCCNS template and appropriate course content guide, catalog description, at the scheduled time and place and meets required contact hours.Assist in instruction as needed under the supervision of the primary instructor or program director for laboratory courses, including but not limited to lab preparation, student skills assessment and open laboratory sessions.Assist as a primary instructor for concurrent enrollment courses held at a local high school. Submits syllabus to department by the end of the first week of class and provides each student with a syllabus that complies with FRCC/department syllabus guidelines by the end of the first week including all course requirements, course evaluation procedures, attendance requirements, make-up examination policy, and related course procedures if they are assigned primary instructor.Learns and uses college software for final reporting, grades, student roster and attendance.Uses appropriate resources, technology, and pedagogy in the delivery of courses.Creates an effective learning environment for students.Completing any mandatory trainings.Maintain professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities, i.e., FERPA, copyrights, etc.Communicates with the Program Director regularly.Maintains a safe learning lab environment for students that is fully stocked. Ensure inventory is done and reported to Program director.If assisting as secondary instructor communicates with primary instructor regularly.Attend mandatory program/campus meetings.Maintain professional credentialsPerform other duties as assignedMay have to conduct evening courses that typically run from 05:00 p.m.-09:30 p.m.May have to conduct morning/early afternoon courses that typically run from 07:30 am-11:00 am; 11:30 pm-02:50 pm.

Qualifications

Required Education/Training & Work Experience:A related Associate degree (or relevant current industry license or certification) and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 5 years; OR,A related Bachelor's or any Master's degree with 18 discipline related credits and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 5 years.Related Degree, Credential, and/or Occupational Experience: Health Care Administration degree, Certified billing and coding specialist, 1 year of previous work as a health care office manager, health care supervisor, or owner/operator of a health care facility, or holds, have held/or is eligible to hold one of the following credentials: Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA-C), Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse (RN), Limited Practice Nurse (LPN).Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.

Benefit-Eligible EmployeesGroup Health BenefitsIf you are an APT, staff, or faculty and are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week, you are eligible for benefits on the first day you officially begin active employment. FRCC offers a variety of family-friendly benefits designed to support your physical, emotional and financial health, including: Medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Community or School Volunteer Leave Leave of Absence Options College Invest 529Additional information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits.RetirementFRCC employees contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States and is a substitute for Social Security; FRCC employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.FRCC and the State of Colorado also offer three tax-deferred supplemental investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.Tuition ReimbursementEducation and the success of you and your dependents is a priority at Front Range Community College. We encourage you to develop job skills and abilities which will benefit you as well as our College. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and domestic partners may enroll in credit courses at any of the 13 system community colleges.Professional Development OpportunitiesFRCC offers a variety of professional development opportunities to create possibilities for your career and life. We are building a learning community where you can work with diverse individuals, explore new ways of thinking and expand your capabilities.Flexible Work ArrangementsFront Range offers a variety of flexible work arrangements based on departments and positions. Please ask if this is an opportunity for this role.Employee Assistance ProgramOur employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). These confidential services offered to support the wellbeing of both you and your family members include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more. For more information, please visit https://cseap.colorado.gov/ .BenefitHubAs a State of Colorado employee, you will have access to the BenefitHub website where you will find a variety of local and national discounts.

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This position requires FRCC to provide proof to the Colorado Department of Education that instructors and faculty possess the education and occupational experience to obtain a Vocational Teaching Credential (CTE). Please choose which category you will use to qualify. (You can find more information at https://www.cde.state.co.us/postsecondary/cte.)

Associate's (or relevant current industry license or certification) and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 7 years

Bachelor's or Master's degree with 18 discipline related credits and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 7 years.

I do not meet either criteria.

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