Medical Assisting Program Director and Practicum Coordinator

The Medical Assisting Program Director is a 10-month, full-time position that serves the program and students in Union and Anson Counties. Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of Health and Public Services, the Medical Assisting Program Director provides quality learning opportunities that assist students in meeting their educational goals and career aspirations in the Medical Assisting program. This individual has responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations. The position also requires the program director to function as Practicum Coordinator.  

·       Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to SPCC as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services

·       Develop learning strategies and curriculum that will promote successful teaching and learning in a learning-centered environment

·       Facilitate learning through classroom activities, distance learning experiences, workforce development, and out-of-classroom activities

·       Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels

·       Select and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks, library resources, equipment, and supplies to enhance learning and to maintain program currency

·       Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory

·       Demonstrate high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans in accordance with the philosophy of a learning-centered college

·       Participate in institutional, advisory, and program/instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community

·       Develop strong partnerships with appropriate community stakeholders in support of program and college improvement

·       Participate in program reviews, conduct research and surveys, and prepare updates, reports, and plans

·       Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program to meet the needs of a learning-centered college

·       Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for the position

·       Provide accessibility to students and colleagues as expected in a learning-centered college

·       Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), in community locations (Anson and/or Union counties), or in a corrections setting (Anson county)

·       Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online

·       Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities

·       Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation

·       Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs

·       Select and approve appropriate Practicum sites; provide orientation for the on-site supervisors; and provide oversight of the Practicum experience, including on-site assessment of student experiences and the quality of learning opportunities at least once during each term students are assigned to the Practicum site.