Massage Therapy Instructor

American Institute, founded in 1924, provides hands-on training for careers in business, legal, allied healthcare, diagnostic medical sonography, and information technology. Recognising our single, well-defined teaching mission: reflecting job market demands with flexibility in identifying and incorporating new programs to give our graduates an edge in today’s competitive job market.

Benefits:

• Medical (including prescription)
• Dental, Vision (Company subsidised)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• $50,000 Life Insurance (Company paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (Company paid)
• Long Term Disability (Company paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1, 9 holidays, and 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 21 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

Position Description:

A Massage Therapy Instructor or Faculty member cultivates the school’s mission and objectives through student instruction, guidance, and review in order to ensure the successful academic program and personal development of each student.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program/Course: Responsible for comprehensive course instruction within specified program. Responsible for providing Program Director/Director of Education with active input in course development (i.e., course descriptions, syllabus creation, textbook material, or equipment review). Responsible for the creation and revision of daily lesson plans. Responsible for continued professional growth by attending in-service training and/or continuing education seminars and to attend faculty meetings. Responsible for accurate record keeping of student attendance and academic performance.
• Student Development: Responsible for creating a classroom environment which fosters students’ academic growth and guides their professional development. Responsible for keeping DOE apprised of student progress (i.e., academic and attendance), especially in terms of performance trends detrimental to the development of a firm educational foundation (academic advisement and early warning forms). Responsible for providing extra help to those students experiencing difficulty in the mastery of course work. Responsible for advising students who have minor problems which may be thwarting educational progress. Responsible for referring students who have major problems to the Program Director/Director of Education. Correct and return quizzes, tests and lab assignments within 48 hours. Utilize instructional and audiovisual aids, and all available resources in the online environment. Responsible to demonstrate utilisation of community resources through arranging guest speakers, field trips and class participation in community service events. Report damaged, broken, or malfunctioning equipment immediately to the Program Director/Director of Education. Required to turn in grades within 48 hours of the end of term. Perform other duties as required by the Program Director/Director of Education.
• Compliance: Demonstrate knowledge of, and carefully follow all applicable federal and state compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations, and internal policies and procedures. Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department.

Required Skills/Education/Experience:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Minimum three years of experience in the field
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

This is an on-campus position with occasional remote work. Home office setup, quiet place to work, and ability to hard wire into high-speed internet connection may be required. May require setup of computer equipment, accommodation consideration available upon request.

Compensation Range: $23 - $26 USD

Core Values:

• Caring: We believe every student has the potential to be successful in a rewarding career, with the right support.
• Respect: We view everyone who enters American Institute as a productive adult who deserves respect and the opportunity to excel.
• Service: American Institute is committed to the professional and academic success of each student.
• Integrity: We look forward, not backward.
• Accountability: When you commit to us, we commit to you.
• Innovation: We know that the sooner you have the knowledge and skills you need to begin your career, the sooner you can become successful.