Santa Fe College (SF) has been recognized as one of the top-rated community colleges in the United States. Santa Fe College is a student-centered institution with a commitment to open access, academic excellence, and cultural and ethnic diversity. SF enrolls over 16,000 students each semester, retains and completes over 60% of students every academic year, while over 10% transfer into the University system.

Salary & Benefits: Starting Salary is $46,500. There is currently a Market Adjustment, subject to annual review, in the amount of $9,200 in addition to the base salary. Summer teaching opportunities may be available for additional compensation based upon departmental need, with the first six credit hours paid at a higher rate. Compensation package is comprised of many college paid benefits including health and life insurance, retirement, vacation and sick leave time, and tuition waivers for Santa Fe College and the University of Florida.

The Respiratory Care Program at Santa Fe College provides quality education that is student-oriented, accessible to a diverse student population, and based on the healthcare needs of our community.  All Allied Health Programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). In addition to regional accreditation, the Respiratory Care program is accredited nationally by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care.

Allied Health Programs is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor, Respiratory Care faculty member to provide didactic, lab and clinical instruction in both the night and weekend program as well as the traditional weekday program.  

• Conduct classes on the weekends, weeknights and weekdays. 
• Plan, organize and deliver instruction in didactic, laboratory, classroom, and clinical settings to promote student success within a community college setting.
• Support and promote the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and service.
• Collaborate with department chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum to cultivate the mastery of course content.
• Evaluate student learning, manage course activities, consult and mentor students and participate in professional development for the improvement of the Respiratory Care program.
• Maintain consistent communication with students, clinical assistants, clinical instructors, and clinical sites.
• Provide students with frequent, timely assessment of and clear feedback regarding academic performance.
• Appropriately document student progress and maintain records including attendance, grading and student learning outcomes.
• Verify students clinical paperwork, health records and required screenings are complete prior to students clinical internship.
• Participate in departmental and team meetings and committee work as requested.
• Strictly honor the privacy, security and confidentiality of student records and other sensitive information according to appropriate state, federal and college regulations, policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student success and excellence in undergraduate education.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule at multiple sites.    
• Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Chair, Allied Health Programs

Required: Minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Respiratory Care.  Professional licensure and/or certification as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) as required by the State of Florida is required.   Four years’ work experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist is required with at least two years’ in clinical respiratory care.  Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is required within 3 months of hire.

Additional Requirements: Documentation of immunizations and health screening are required. A criminal background check and drug screening will be conducted.  

Preferred:  Baccalaureate degree, relevant teaching experience, and the ability to incorporate instructional technologies in the classroom are preferred. 

• Ability to work successfully in a multi-cultural environment.
• Communication – able to effectively communicate in a professional, diplomatic, empathetic, and tactful manner using preferred method and level as applicable to the job.
• Multi-task - Ability to expeditiously organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously to swiftly assess a situation, determine a logical course of action, and apply the appropriate response.
• Organization & Time Management – able to plan, schedule, and organize tasks related to the job to achieve goals within or ahead of established time frames.
• Relationship Management – able to personally provide high level of interactive service to others, building relationships and addressing identified needs.
• Systems & Software - proficient level of knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software programs.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Santa Fe College (SF) is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment that embraces diversity and where no member of the college community is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subject to discrimination in any college program or activity based on: their race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, political opinions or affiliations, or veteran status. This commitment applies to employees, volunteers, students, and, to the extent possible, to third parties, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, and the general public. http://www.sfcollege.edu/eaeo/
 

Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies or concerns about discrimination or harassment, including concerns about sexual harassment or sexual violence under Title IX, should be directed to: equity.officer@sfcollege.edu

Santa Fe College reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions.

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans.