Vocational Nursing In-Person Instructor - Adjunct

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Platt College Los Angeles consists of four Southern California campuses located in Alhambra, Ontario, Riverside and Anaheim. Platt offers certificate and degree programs in several subject areas including school of graphic design, business and legal studies, medical sciences, and information technology. Since our opening in 1985, Platt College has been dedicated to the principle that education is the foundation for personal and professional growth, and that students should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential.

At Platt College, our mission is to provide a balanced program of instruction for our students to help them acquire the specialized knowledge and skills they need to take advantage of exciting career opportunities in many of today’s in-demand fields. We at Platt College continuously update our offerings to best serve the needs of students and employers in today’s dynamic Southern California business environment.

We Offer:

• Platt College offers a competitive and excellent benefits package providing medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.
• A highly competitive pay and eligible employees are entitled to receive paid vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Professional opportunities in a growing organization.
• Compensation Range: $ 35.00-50.00 /hour

The Vocational Nursing (VN) Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction to students that meet the program and course objectives. The VN Instructor should maintain an organized, disciplined classroom environment that is conducive to learning and imparts the requirements of the relevant workplace setting to existing students.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understanding of education environments including needs of adult learners
• Ability to provide a positive and effective learning environment
• Knowledge and understanding of professional career paths for which students are enrolled
• Motivation, dedication and enthusiasm for teaching
• Good Organization and Communication Skills

Credentials and Experience:

• An Associate's degree or higher in Vocational Nursing or a related area of study (ACCSC)
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience as a RN or VN 
• Shall have completed or be currently attending a course offered by an approved program to certify competency in teaching adult learners.
• Current CA license as RN or VN – must be in good standing
• At least one or more of the following (BVNPT requirement):
  1. Baccalaureate degree from accredited school or
  2. Valid Teaching Credential, or
  3. Completion of 1 year full-time teaching experience in state accredited or approved RN, VN within last 5 years, or
  4. Meets CA community college or state university teaching requirements
     1. Associates degree plus 6 years of experience or,
     2. Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of experience

• Completion of 24-hour Principle of Teaching the Adult Learner Course OR Teaching/Learning college course credits

Employment Status: Adjunct, hourly, non-exempt.

• Adjunct faculty hours are determined by the scheduled courses in a particular module. Adjunct faculty are scheduled as needed with no guarantee of hours at any time and scheduled hours are generally under 25 per week.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed:

• Platt College Application
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Complete transcripts of all colleges/university studies, including degree earned (copies will be accepted)
  • Transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date

Foreign Transcripts: Transcripts issued outside the United States require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA

Equal Employment Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Platt College Los Angeles, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion (including religious dress/grooming practices), creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), age, national origin, marital or registered domestic partnership status, veteran status or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, including genetic characteristics or genetic information, medical condition, ancestry, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or by local ordinance.

In accordance with Title IX regulations, Platt College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The College’s statement of non-discrimination and Title IX Coordinator contact information is available on the website

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