Massage Therapy Business Instructor, Helena College

 

Duties & Responsibilities

o    Instruct massage therapy students using specific outlined curriculum provided by Helena College. 

o    Assess student progress through provided evaluations, exams, and practical assessments, providing constructive feedback and grades in a timely manner. 

o    Record grades, attendance, and other relevant information in accordance with established deadlines. 

o    Adhere to curriculum expectations and outcomes. 

o    Advise students in a professional manner offering constructive and encouraging feedback. 

o    Identify and address individual learning needs and support students who may require it. 

o    Demonstrate and model proper techniques, safety practices, and ethical standards. 

o    Foster a positive learning environment that values safety. 

o    Manage students in the classroom and lab settings.  

o    Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment. 

o    Work collaboratively with administrative staff and other instructors. 

o    Attend program meetings and professional development activities.  

o    Comply with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulations. 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications

o    A knowledge of small business principles and laws, accounting, business management, and marketing.

o   Knowledge of and the ability to connect students with business resources, both local and national.

o    A current and valid license to practice massage therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, physical therapy or physical therapy assistant, or nursing.  

o   2-3 years’ experience in the field of your license with current and valid professional liability insurance.  

o   High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

o   Technologically proficient and the ability to learn new programs.  

o   Maintain a high level of professionalism, hygiene, and ethical practices. 

o   Strong knowledge of massage therapy principles, practices, and industry standards as well as areas of knowledge specific to the class being taught.  

• Sound understanding of federal and state massage therapy laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to licensing.
• Ability to perform the duties of an instructor with minimal supervision.  Must display characteristics of integrity, honesty, accuracy and pride in quality of work.
• Initiative and Accountability
• Strong communication, efficiency and focus, personal effectiveness, and analytical thinking.

Preferred Qualifications:

o   Prior teaching experience or training is preferred but not required.

 

 

 

Salary

$30.00 per hour

 

 

Application Procedures

Please email a cover letter & resume to Liz Samson at .

 

 

Submission Deadline

Application deadline is June 3, 2024. Instructors are welcome to apply to teach for multiple vacancies/topics.

 

 

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment. In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. 

ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference - Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References - *References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing - Individual hiring departments at Helena College may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility - All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Job Location

Helena, Montana, United States

Position Type

Part-Time