Surgical Technology Instructor (Tenure-Track)

Category: Faculty Positions Subscribe: New Job Alerts RSS Job Feed Department: 2414 -Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math Locations: San Bruno, CA Posted: Oct 15, 2026 Closes: Nov 19, 2026 - 8:59 PM PST Type: Full-Time Ref. No.: 2F0159 Salary Type: Annually Salary Range: $93,348.00 - $131,400.00 Position ID: 205843 Share About San Mateo County Community College District: The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. Detailed information about our student population, including student success data, is available on the District's Data Dashboard website. As outlined in our Future Focus Strategic Plan, SMCCCD is at a pivotal point in its work to deliver transformative education, advance equity, and serve as a pillar of innovation and community engagement across San Mateo County and the Bay Area.

We promote a culture of belonging in which every student, staff, and faculty member feels seen, valued, and empowered. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to an environment that attracts and retains talented employees while encouraging innovation at every level. We seek employees who value mentorship and thrive in a collegial, collaborative environment guided by a commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals. The successful candidate will be an equity-minded individual who demonstrates the ability to collaborate with faculty, classified staff, students, administration, and community partners to put students and public service for San Mateo County first.

About the Surgical Technology Program The Surgical Technology Program at Skyline College is a cohort-based (20 students per cohort) Associate of Science degree program. Program cohorts follow a four-semester sequence. Students must complete prerequisite courses in human anatomy, microbiology, and medical terminology. Students progress through a structured combination of lecture, skills laboratory, and clinical practice.

The curriculum is aligned with the Association of Surgical Technologists Core Curriculum and emphasizes the development of technical skills, patient safety, sterile technique, and professional behaviors required in the operating room environment. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Accrediting Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA). The Opportunity Faculty in this role will have a meaningful impact on the next generation of surgical technologists, preparing students to enter the workforce with the technical skills, confidence, and professionalism needed to succeed in the operating room. Faculty play a vital role in shaping student success while contributing to the development of a skilled healthcare workforce that serves the region.

As a full-time, tenure-track position at Skyline College within the San Mateo County Community College District, this role offers long-term career stability, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and advancement within a supportive and collaborative academic environment. Professional Development in Classroom Instruction This position is especially well-suited for experienced surgical technologists who are interested in transitioning from clinical practice into teaching while remaining connected to the profession. The College provides new faculty with training and support in classroom instruction, curriculum development, and leadership within a community college setting. Faculty are supported in developing effective teaching practices, engaging in accreditation and program quality improvement efforts, and contributing to ongoing program innovation.

Job Description

Campus: Skyline College Duties and Responsibilities The duties below are representative of the duties of the classification and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed by the incumbent(s) of any particular position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the scope of work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this classification. Depending on program needs, faculty assigned to the Surgical Technology Program may be asked to assume additional responsibilities that support program operations and accreditation compliance. These duties may include service as Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, or other leadership roles as defined by program accreditation standards.

Maintain communication with clinical sites and hospital administrators. Assist in curriculum assessment and revisions and new course development. Participate in the development and/or selection of course materials, equipment, and technology that will enhance the offerings of the department. Consult with students during regularly scheduled office and lab hours.

Maintain expertise in current teaching methodologies and curricula. Participate as a member of department, division, and college committees. Perform other professional duties as required by contract and general institutional needs. Attend required Surgical Technology conferences, webinars, and trainings (i.e., AccredX Conference).

Annually assess program outcomes, including student learning outcomes and assessment processes. Employment Standards (acquired through education, training, and/or experience) Knowledge of: Surgical technology lecture and lab courses (from basic to advanced), including a professional level of competence The latest developments in surgical technology, and a commitment to stay current Computer-based technology and equipment appropriate to the subject area and willing to use it Skills and Abilities: Teach college-level courses in surgical technology and surgical specialties Reflect on and evaluate one's pedagogy and examine its effect critically Organize and explain materials in ways appropriate to students' abilities and learning styles Use teaching methods that engage students actively in their learning, promote the development of critical thinking skills, and encourage them to become self-regulated learners Use instructional methods that emphasize cooperation and collaboration and that reflect cultural sensitivity and interdisciplinary approaches to the subject matter Motivate students from a broad spectrum of academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds Develop student learning outcomes and develop methods for assessing students' achievement of those outcomes Demonstrate organizational skills Supervise students and work cooperatively with other members of the Allied Health team Communicate with the local medical community Requirements: Any Bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience OR any Associate degree AND six years of professional experience or the equivalent. Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master's degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the teaching assignment Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and maintain required credential A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a surgical technology scrub role, surgical technology instructor, or a combination of both within the last five (5) years Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice both within and outside of the classroom.

Preferred Associate degree in Surgical Technology Five (5) years of professional clinical experience Demonstrated teaching experience Recent experience working with racially minoritized and other disproportionately-impacted students in the classroom and an understanding of how historical patterns of exclusion of these groups within higher education and particular fields shape patterns of participation and outcomes Willingness to examine and remediate one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support racially minoritized and other disproportionately impacted students Experience and skill with addressing inequity in the classroom and on campus Experience and expertise in culturally-responsive teaching in Surgical Technology Demonstrated ability to address equity gaps within Surgical Technology courses and classrooms Demonstrated knowledge of the implications of the Hispanic-Serving Institution designation for institutional, departmental, and instructional practices Note: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, please complete the Application for Equivalence - For Faculty Positions, an option during the application submission process. The three means of demonstrating equivalency are as follows. Applicants may select more than one form of equivalency but must provide applicable evidence for each type: a) Degree Equivalence The employee or applicant possesses a degree(s) with similar content to those listed for the relevant discipline. The name of the degree is close to that specified on the Disciplines List but the degree either has a different title or area of expertise, or the coursework is slightly different.

Equivalence is established through analysis of transcripts and coursework. b) Academic Background Equivalence Related to disciplines in which a Master's degree is not generally expected or available or where the degree is relatively specialized, the employee or applicant must have completed at least 24 semester units (or equivalent) of coursework in the academic field being applied for, and must possess at least the equivalent level of achievement and the equivalent in breadth, depth of understanding, and rigor in each of the following: a broad cultural education usually met by the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and a detailed study of the discipline in breadth, depth, and rigor, usually met by coursework required for the degree major. c) Professional Achievement Equivalence The employee or applicant must demonstrate equivalence to the general education requirements for any Bachelor's or Associate's degree, and show evidence of outstanding professional achievement and/or substantial training in the requested field. The employee or applicant must submit substantial evidence, which demonstrates that their preparation, teaching experience, work experience, publications, portfolios, speaking engagements, and ability are equivalent to those expected from a person who meets the minimum qualifications. Additional Information: FLSA Status: Exempt Months Per Year: 10 Safety: to promote a safe working and learning environment employees must report any unsafe working conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incident to their supervisor. Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX Work Demands The environmental, physical, and mental demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Environmental: typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential to participate in the District's telework program, as available. Frequent travel to clinical sites and continuing education events Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person