Adjunct Instructor Licensed Massage Therapy - Bend

Position Title

Adjunct Instructor Licensed Massage Therapy - Bend

Classification Title

Adjunct Instructor

Grade Level

1

Starting Wage/Salary

$714 LU

Revision Date

07/01/2023

Position Type/Employee Class

Adjunct Instructor

FTE

.50

Contract Months

Overtime Eligible

Exempt

Location

Bend

Hybrid Remote Work Eligible?

No

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Primary Purpose

The Adjunct Instructor of Licensed Massage Therapy provides instruction to students in the Massage Therapy program, directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Department Specific

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.
• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system (LMS) used at COCC.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
• Thorough knowledge of field of Massage Therapy based on education and/or experience in the field.

Ergonomic Requirements

Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, moving equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Licensed Massage Therapy, Biology, or related field; or a minimum of 24 quarter hours (16 semester hours) of credit in the field of the primary teaching assignment.

• Demonstrated successful teaching in the past, or evidence for the potential for excellence in teaching.
• Two years of relevant experience working in the field.

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.

• Current, valid Oregon massage therapy license.
• Previous teaching experience.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.