Instructor/Program Director, Respiratory Therapy Program

SUMMARY

Join an organization that understands that work culture and work/life balance are so important to the happiness of our employees! Come join the Gateway family where a generous benefits package is the norm. Sick time (prorated) is available on Day 1, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits should you elect to enroll!

The Instructor/Program Director for the Respiratory Therapy Program is responsible for teaching courses at all levels within the Respiratory Therapy Technician program. This position involves providing guidance to students on academic matters, curriculum development, classroom and laboratory management, program accreditation, and other related duties. The Instructor is expected to maintain a high standard of teaching, contribute to program development, and actively engage with students and industry partners.

This position reports to the Dean, School of Health.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

Curriculum Development and Program Accreditation:

• Obtain and maintain Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC) accreditation
• Develop, update, revise and maintain program curriculum and instructional materials
• Ensure curriculum remains relevant, of high quality and meets accreditation requirements

Teaching and Instruction:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging instruction
• Teach in diverse settings (classrooms, laboratories, clinical sites, outdoor locations, and online platforms)
• Foster a clean, organized, and safe learning environment
• Accommodate day and evening classes

Recruitment, Retention, and Student Support and Program Placement:

• Assist with student recruitment, registration, and job placement efforts.
• Represent the College and program at events
• Network with potential employers.
• Coordinate clinical training sites for student placement

Budget Management:

• Contribute to program budgeting, including managing program-specific funds.
• Recommend equipment purchases, software upgrades, and inventory maintenance.

Assessment and Documentation:

• Assess, document, and enhance student learning by evaluating attainment of learning outcomes and maintaining related records.

Advisory Committee Involvement:

• Assist with recruiting and retaining advisory committee members.
• Collaborate with advisory committees to develop, validate, and update program content and outcomes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, including co-workers, employers, area high schools, and professional organizations.
• Actively participate in program planning, department/division planning, professional development opportunities, and regional/state/national meetings and activities.
• Stay current with professional/technical knowledge and skills in the field and instructional technology/delivery methods.
• Regularly review and optimize processes to eliminate redundancy and enhance overall efficiency.

• Perform other duties as assigned

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree

PLUS

• 4 years (8000 hours) of experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist with at least 2 years (4000 hours) in clinical respiratory care
• Have a minimum of two (2) years' experience teaching either as an appointed faculty member in a CoARC-accredited respiratory care program or as a clinical instructor/ preceptor for students of such programs;
• Hold a valid Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) credential and current state license

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

START DATE: 08/21/24
SCHOOL OF/LOCATION: School of Health/KenoshaCOMP GRADE: IFLSA DESIGNATION: Exempt
SEMESTER: Fall/Summer SpringCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Employment is contingent upon an acceptable background
• Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs

GuideNot ApplicableActivity is not applicable to this occupationOccasionallyOccupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)FrequentlyOccupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)ContinuouslyOccupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical DemandsPhysical DemandsFrequency
Lift/CarryFrequencySittingFrequently
0 - 10 lbsFrequentlyStandingFrequently
11 - 20 lbsFrequentlyWalkingFrequently
21 - 50 lbsOccasionallyReaching OverheadOccasionally
51 - 100 lbsOccasionallyReaching at or Below Shoulder LevelOccasionally
Over 100 lbsNot ApplicableKeyboardingContinuously

StoopingOccasionally
Push / PullYes / NoCrouchingOccasionally
12 lbs or lessOccasionallyKneelingOccasionally
13 - 25 lbsOccasionallyCrawlingNot Applicable
26 - 40 lbsOccasionallyClimbing Ramps or StairsFrequently
41 - 100 lbsOccasionallyClimbing Ladders, Ropes or ScaffoldingNot Applicable
Over 100 lbsNot ApplicableDrivingOccasionally

Traveling - overnight stay(s)Occasionally
Hearing RequirementYes / NoCommunicating VerballyContinuously
One-on-one (in person)YesFar Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or moreContinuously
Group or conference (in person)YesNear Visual Acuity: clarity to see 20' or lessContinuously
TelephoneYes

Other SoundsYes
Environmental ConditionsWorking ConditionsFrequency
Noise Intensity LevelFrequencyHumidity: non-weather relatedOccasionally
QuietFrequentlyExtreme Cold: non-weather relatedNot Applicable
ModerateFrequentlyExtreme Hot: non-weather relatedNot Applicable
LoudOccasionallyWorking OutdoorsNot Applicable
Very LoudNot ApplicableWetness: contact with water or other liquidsNot Applicable

Working ConditionsWorking ConditionsFrequency
Working ConditionsFrequencyWorking in Close Proximity to OthersContinuously
Working interruptionsContinuouslyOpen Work SpaceFrequently
Stressful situationsFrequentlyWorking in a confined spaceNot Applicable
Exposure to offensive odorsOccasionally Exposure to a computer screen Continuously
Required uniform supplied by departmentNot Applicable

To provide equal employment, advancement, and learning opportunities to all individuals, employment and student admission decisions at Gateway will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Gateway will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission, in any program or activity that it operates, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable federal law (link is external) and state law (link is external), including but not limited to Title IX, Title VI/VII, and the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act.

Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights at 262.564.3062 (Wisconsin Relay 711) or compliance@gtc.edu.

Violations of this policy can be reported at gtc.edu/eeo (civil rights) or gtc.edu/TitleIX (sex-based discrimination and sexual misconduct).

MEDICAL INSURANCE (WCA Group Health Trust)

Hospital/surgical plan with major medical, effective first date of hire

United Healthcare Choice+

• In-Network: $1,000 Individual/$2,000 Family

• Co-Pays: Office Visits: $20; Urgent Care: $30; Emergency Room; $200; MRI $100

• Out-of-Network: $1,500 Individual/$3,000 Family, Office Visits - $40.00 Copay; then 80% coinsurance after deductible

• Co-Insurance: In-Network 90/10 to Out of Pocket Max; Out-of-Network: 70/30 to Out of Pocket Max

• Maximum Out-of-Pocket: In-Network: $1,500 Individual/$3,000 Family; Out-of-Network: $3,000 Individual/$6,000 Family

• Pre-Taxed Premiums Per Pay Period (Twice a Month): $76.48 Individual, $173.37 Family

• Prescription drug plan - $0 copay for drugs on the Value Choice Drug list; Generic $10; preferred $25; non-preferred $50.

• Vision & Hearing Exams: Benefits include annual vision exams and hearing tests.
• Use of Gateway Employee Clinic - NO copays, NO deductible, and NO lab fee. Available to employee and family members on plan.

DENTAL INSURANCE (Delta Dental)

Effective first date of hire. Pre-taxed premiums per pay period: $3.50 Individual; $9.03 Family. Preventative covered 100%, other dental services covered at 80%.

VISION INSURANCE (Delta Dental)
Optional plan available to employees working 20 or more hours per week. Deduction taken monthly. Pre-taxed premiums per month. Materials Only Plan: $4.91 Single; $12.22 Family. Comprehensive Plan: $5.25 Single; $13.08 Family

SHORT TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE (The Standard)

Optional plan available to employees working 20 or more hours per week. Deduction taken biweekly.

LONG TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE (The Standard)

Ninety (90) day waiting period before benefits become payable. 66 2/3% of salary during period of disability to be reviewed by insurance company at the end of two years. Premium paid by District.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE & DISMEMBERMENT (SYMETRA)

$1,000 of term life per $1,000 of income. Effective the first of the month following date of hire. Premium paid by District.

WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM

The employer pays 6.5% and the employee pays 6.5% of the shares. Normal retirement benefits are based on a formula for retirement at age 65.

IRS SECTION 125 PLAN (Employee Benefits Corp.)

Employee can put pre-tax money into an account to be used toward medical/day care expenses - Flexible Spending Account. Maximum $2,850 for medical; $5,000 for childcare.

TAX DEFERRED ANNUITY: 403b or 457 are available on a voluntary basis.

HOLIDAYS: 11 paid holidays per year

CAMPUS SHUT-DOWN: The campus will be closed between Christmas & New Year's Day.

SICK LEAVE: 12 days per year cumulative to 180 days.

VACATION

Non-Faculty Exempt Employees Non-Exempt Employees

Years of Service Vacation Days (per year) Years of Service Vacation Days (per year)

0-1 1.67 prorated days per month 0-1 1 prorated day per month

1-9 20 1-4 12

10-14 23 5-9 17

15+ 25 10-14 18

15-19 20

20+ 25

SICK LEAVE

12 days per year cumulative to 180 days.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Refer to Employee Handbook.

Effective 07/01/18
Revised 07/01/22