Part-Time Instructor, Massage Therapy-One position available at each campus (Caldwell and Watauga)

Part-Time Instructor, Massage Therapy-One position available at each campus (Caldwell and Watauga)

Salary
$34.15 - $38.30 Hourly

Description
The Part-Time Instructor, Massage Therapy (One position available at each campus-Caldwell and Watauga) provides accessible, quality learning experiences within the classroom, hands-on lab, skills practice, clinical evaluations, and distance learning setting. Instructor will work in group and one-on-one sessions, following and completing course objectives/competencies, assessing and retaining students, providing classroom management, completing required paperwork, caring for program equipment and materials, and complying with all CCC&TI policies and procedures. Courses may include Anatomy and Physiology, Deep Tissue, Athletic and Orthopedic, Kinesiology, and other units as appropriate. The Massage Therapy program is regulated by the North Carolina Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy and complies with all of the rules and regulations set forth in NC ADMINISTRATIVE CODE-INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF QUALIFICATIONS.

Examples of Duties
Essential Functions:

Prepares the student for the Massage Therapy Licensure Exam (MBLEx) and licensure with the NC Board of Massage Therapy. 
Instructs required contact hours per week; prepares objectives, assignments, proctors and grades tests; prepares instructional materials and aids for each class taught. Teaches and demonstrates the skills, theory, and safety practices required for successful Massage Therapy practices. 
Provides Director, Health Services with objectives and course outlines for each class; begins and ends each class on time; turns in reports, final course grades, and other forms on time; revises course content and objectives as required with the approval of Director, Health Services: administers student evaluations with each course.
Completes and turns in lesson plans to Director, Health Services prior to instruction. 
Schedules regular office hours for consultation with students and faculty; maintains records for student performances in each course taught; works closely with probationary advisees and counsel students in academic success and employment planning; keeps current on graduation requirements.
Maintains student attendance roster and other paperwork associated with each course taught. 
Gains and utilizes knowledge of Learning Management System and ability to teach, create and deliver assignments online. Maintains prompt grading of student assignments in an online grade book.
Keeps the Director, Health Services well informed of course activities and clinicals.
Represents the College and the Continuing Education Department in a positive and professional manner.

Marginal Functions:

Participates in the development and delivery of public information efforts; supports college functions/cultural activities; assists in the placement of students.
Assists in student registration process and advisement.
Performs other duties as assigned.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. The President or appropriate supervisory personnel may assign additional duties. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title with or without notice.

Qualifications and Working Conditions
Knowledge of:

Principles and techniques of classroom instruction.
Distance learning instruction.
The mission, goals and objective of CCC&TI.
Advance principles and practices of instructional development and instructional strategies.
Current trends, research and development in the areas of assignment.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
 Ability to:

Interpret and apply college and assigned division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Contribute to the teaching and learning of mission, goals and objectives which complement those of the college.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Follow all safety rules and regulations of the department.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Operate a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
 Environmental Conditions:

The instructor should have the ability to effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve an office and classroom workspace, working closely with others, and periodically working irregular hours.

The instructor must maintain the office and teaching environments by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.

Physical Conditions:

Physical and marginal functions require the ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following; standing, walking or sitting for extended periods, moderate lifting and carrying, general manual dexterity, operating assigned equipment, and extended exposure to computer screens.

The instructor is required to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment, communicating with others, and handling varied tasks simultaneously.

Additionally, the instructor must maintain mental capacity, which permits making sound decisions and using good judgment, demonstrating intellectual capabilities, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and personnel.

Scheduling Conditions:

Availability for day, evening, and occasional weekend work on any Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute site (or arranged off-campus site) is required during peak periods, with some flexibility in scheduling.

Travel Conditions:

Local travel between the Caldwell campus, Watauga campus, or any off-campus sites, may be needed. Out of state travel is limited, but may be required for training and conferences

Experience and Training
Training:

Licensed under the NC Massage and Bodywork Practice Act for at least two years; or a 
Bachelor's degree from an accredited post-secondary institution with at least 12 semester credit hours of academic course work in the subject area they teach from such institution; or 
be a licensed physician, dentist, chiropractor, osteopath, registered nurse, physical therapist, occupational therapist, acupuncturist; or 
hold a state license or certification from a state other than North Carolina in massage and bodywork therapy for at least two years; if no such credential is available, hold a valid certification in massage and bodywork therapy for at least two years from an agency whose certification program is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies.  
An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred to teach Kinesiology or Anatomy and Physiology.
Experience:

At least two (2) years of current relevant work experience in massage therapy practice required.
Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

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