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Rochester Regional Health

Associate Professor: Liberal Arts and Sciences - Psychology

Rochester Regional Health, Rochester, New York, United States

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Associate Professor: Liberal Arts and Sciences - Psychology

Job Title:

Associate Professor: Liberal Arts and Sciences - Psychology Department:

General Education Location:

Rochester General College of Health Careers Hours Per Week:

40 Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm Summary

The Associate Professor develops, implements, and evaluates the assigned program of study on an ongoing basis. This position participates in advising students, curriculum development, program revisions, and program evaluations, teaching in the classroom, lab, evaluation of student achievement, and other matters, as aligned with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college. Responsibilities

Works with the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health Programs, Director of Teaching & Learning/General Education, and the Program Directors to facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation and assessment. Ensures systematic review of programs to ensure quality and current course content, best practice, and achievement of regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Senior Director of Nursing and Allied Health, and Director of Teaching & Learning/General Education. Serves on committees as assigned/approved. Reports to the relevant program director. Professional Governance Responsibilities

Participates in interviewing and makes recommendations for hiring of faculty. Arranges for coverage of classes during absences and emergency leaves. Promotes rapport within the department, campus, and community. Posts and keeps a minimum of 4-6 office hours per week that meet the needs of the student and are convenient for students seeking assistance with counseling, academic advising, and coursework. Maintains punctuality in meeting assigned class responsibilities. Models professional behavior and standards of practice while in the workplace. Functions as a change agent and leader by promoting innovative practices in educational environments. Participates in professional development opportunities that increase effectiveness in the role and meet institutional and regulatory requirements. Makes recommendations regarding equipment, software purchases, and equipment maintenance contracts. Participates in the collegial mentoring relationship, serving as a mentor and/or mentee in the department and college. Engages in local, state, and/or national professional organizations appropriate to the faculty role. Serves community partners as content area experts when needed. Maintains necessary educational credentials, professional skills, and demonstrated teaching competencies consistent with department standards. Solicits feedback and implements suggestions from students and peers when appropriate. Expands knowledge in discipline and teaching craft on an ongoing basis. Promotes the professional development of peers/colleagues through recognized professional activities (in-service activities, conference papers and/or publications, and other methodologies appropriate to the teaching field), as approved. Service to the College

Provides service to the institution through appropriate participation in academic and campus committee assignments; offers adequate service on at least one department or college-wide committee. Promotes, models, and exhibits the College values with colleagues, students, and community stakeholders. Responds to discussions and requests for department work in a timely manner (e.g., answers emails within 24 hours, completes task assignments). Mentors new faculty as assigned. Knows and enforces regulatory guidelines (FERPA, Title IX, Article 129) and other pertinent federal regulations. Assists in maintaining a safe and secure campus environment. Reviews and recommends program textbooks and/or materials. Attends professional development days, departmental events, commencement, and other institutional meetings (e.g., department meetings). Handles/responds to student concerns/complaints. Develops and/or participates in student recruitment and retention strategies. Participates in the formulation and implementation of department initiatives. Evaluate and revise program offerings/materials on an ongoing basis and develop new curricula as needed. Participates in strategic planning and monitors the institutional effectiveness and accountability process. Provides leadership and instructional integrity through classroom observation, mentoring, and evaluation. Contributes to budget requests and resource allocation. Attends and participates in faculty meetings; Participates in accreditation reviews and reports; Participates in the orientation and advisement of students. Committee/Meeting Responsibilities

Attends and participates in at least one program level ad-hoc committee; Attends and participates in at least one college level committee; Serves as a member of the assigned program Advisory Committee when invited to the advisory committee. Advising

Serves as an advisor for students; Guides the students’ academic and personal development; Develop remediation plans with students; Schedules regular meetings with students who are at risk of being unsuccessful in a course or the program; Actively engages with advising software; Assists students in identifying and utilizing resources that may contribute to their success. Curricula

Implements syllabi, including all course requirements and assignments, for all students; Submit suggestions for changes in syllabi, courses or programs to the Curriculum Chair and the Program Director; Designs and implements new evidenced based curriculum; Participates in the evaluation of curriculum and related committee meetings; Ensures curricula reflect institutional philosophy, mission, current healthcare trends, and community needs. Classroom/Lab Instruction

Demonstrates effective classroom/lab/simulation management. Develop relevant syllabi and lesson plans to reflect the college philosophy, theoretical constructs, course description, objectives, and curriculum; Utilizes a variety of teaching methods and modalities to accommodate the learning styles of the students; Provides opportunities for active student involvement through practice and application; Demonstrates a command of the subject matter; Demonstrates considerations for diverse cultural backgrounds; Models and encourages a collaborative faculty-student relationship; Provides or utilizes resource materials (handouts, interactive notes, technology) that enhance student learning and follow the syllabus; Models professional behavior and standards of practice; Maintains ongoing weekly evaluation of individual student progress; Provides timely ongoing verbal and written feedback to students; Evaluation

Participates in peer evaluations when requested; Reviews student evaluation summaries of assigned courses and utilizes the feedback for planning and implementing future courses; Participates in program planning in response to student/program evaluation feedback and employer satisfaction surveys. Workload

Full-time, part-time (Per Diem/ Adjunct) faculty have the responsibility of classroom/lab/sim responsibilities as assigned. Full-time faculty will have a teaching load of no more than 24 academic credits in a given academic year. Part-time (Per Diem/Adjunct) faculty will have a teaching load of no more than 12 academic credits in a given academic year; the Load may be divided between theory and lab/simulation instruction if needed. Faculty are also required to have 4-6 office hours per week, attend all course/faculty meetings, and participate in graduation/pinning, and special events. Faculty are required to maintain competence in the area of instructional responsibilities. Education

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Physical Requirements

S - Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. Pay Range $60,500.00 - $85,000.00 City Rochester Postal Code 14622 EEO Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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