Contract Length:
9 months
Reports To:
Department Chair, Medical Assistant
Position Status:
Full-Time
Posted Pay Range:
$49,505.00 - $61,756.00
Are you passionate about teaching, mentoring students, and helping others achieve their educational and career goals? College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technology Instructor to inspire and prepare students for success in the healthcare field.
In this role, you will create engaging, student-centered learning experiences that connect classroom instruction with real-world learning. You will develop and deliver course content, assess student progress, provide academic guidance, and continuously strengthen instructional practices to support student achievement. You will also collaborate with colleagues, contribute to program and curriculum development, and participate in college initiatives that enhance the student experience.
Why Join CWI?
At CWI, faculty have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by sharing their expertise, building relationships, and helping students take the next step toward rewarding careers.
Key Responsibilities:
Instructional Excellence & Student Engagement
- Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered instruction that supports a variety of learning styles and student needs.
- Establish and maintain effective teaching practices that promote student learning, achievement, and persistence.
- Adapt instructional methods, including lectures, group activities, individual instruction, online learning, and instructional technology.
- Evaluate student performance and continuously improve course delivery, assessments, and instructional strategies.
Curriculum Development & Program Support
- Assist with the development, review, and revision of course-level curriculum and instructional materials.
- Ensure course content and learning activities align with established program and institutional expectations.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen course content, delivery methods, and student learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with department colleagues to support program initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Student Advising & Institutional Engagement
- Provide academic guidance and support to help students navigate their educational pathways and achieve their goals.
- Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and campus partners to support student success.
- Participate in department, program, college, and community service activities as appropriate.
- Contribute to departmental planning, assessment, and initiatives that enhance the student experience.
Professional Growth & Continuous Improvement
- Pursue professional development opportunities to strengthen teaching effectiveness and disciplinary expertise.
- Work with department leadership to identify professional growth opportunities that support individual and institutional goals.
- Stay current with instructional practices, educational technology, and developments relevant to the field of study.
- Apply new knowledge and skills to enhance instruction, curriculum, and student outcomes.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience teaching classes at post-secondary level in field of study. Three years of experience preferred.
- Willingness to work cooperatively, communicate clearly, and be a team player.
- Ability to adapt to variety of teaching methodologies including lectures, group activities, individual instruction, distance learning, and teaching with technology.
- Commitment to professional growth and development.
- Ability to advise students.
- Proficiency in usage of internet, email, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications.
- Demonstrated commitment to teaching at a community college or with adult learners preferred.
- Demonstrated service to an institution of higher learning preferred.
- Experience using instructional technology to deliver courses online preferred.
Additional Instructions for Applicants:
Successful candidates must reside in Idaho. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits:
- For more information on health insurance, including coverage details and plan summaries, visit www.OGI.Idaho.gov
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
