Adjunct Nursing Instructor

Adjunct Instructor Nursing

The adjunct instructor will provide instruction and assess student learning in the area of Nursing at Southeast Technical College (STC) to prepare students for an entry-level position in that field. The adjunct instructor will continually assess and enhance the curriculum to meet the program's educational requirements, the rules and regulations of its accrediting bodies, and the most current industry standards.

Essential Functions

• Develop and teach relevant curriculum that provides classroom theory and laboratory application and prepares students for entry-level positions in the field.
• Facilitate class instruction in accordance with learning objectives and session plan outlines specified by STC.
• Teach the course in ways and methods that engages student learning.
• Establish a positive student learning environment that promotes retention, accountability, diversity, equity, excellence, innovation, collaboration, dignity, self-respect, safety, student success and personal and professional growth.
• Select and compile tests, assignments and/or online discussion exercises that permit measurement of performance relative to standardized learning objectives.
• Evaluate student performance by administering evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics.
• Respond promptly to student grade determination by reporting assignments, discussion board exercises, exams, and course completion through the learning management system.
• Develop and manage syllabus materials.
• Coordinate courseware and curriculum with the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Instruction.
• Adhere to protocol guidelines for participation in online learning as determined by the course.
• Review textbook and courseware changes with the Associate Dean of Curriculum and Instruction and the full-time faculty.
• In accordance with industry and educational standards of STC, review curriculum and assess course competencies to ensure students are meeting industry standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Registered Nursing or Licensed Practical Nursing required.
• Experience:
  1. Minimum of two years nursing experience required.
  2. One year experience preferred in long-term care as a Registered Nurse.
  3. Post-secondary teaching experience strongly preferred
• Other requirements:
  1. Computer skills: Ability to use email systems, word processing, and spreadsheet software
  2. Encourage change and innovative ideas within the organization and assist employees who may need help with adjusting to any changes that occur
  3. Communication: ability to actively listen and to effectively communicate with others through written and oral communication
  4. Leadership: ability to make decisions, delegate tasks, be innovative, negotiate, problem solve, build teams through coaching and development, resolve conflicts, hold yourself and other accountable, and work under pressure.
  5. Business acumen: ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues that include understanding accounting information, preparing, and managing budgets, and making sound, long-term, organizational development decisions
  6. Diversity oriented: Ability to collaborate effectively with people regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, or job type
  7. Strategic planning: ability to develop and achieve short and long-term goals for the organization

Physical Demands and Work Environment

General classroom environment with standard equipment available during classroom instruction. Lighting and temperature are adequate for course delivery. Moderate noise levels typical of a classroom environment. May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling outside the classroom.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.