Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Technician

Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant and Patient Care TechnicianUnder the supervision of the Dean of the School of Health and Patient Simulation, this faculty member is responsible for planning, delivering, and supervision of instruction to a diverse population of students, supporting student success and assessment of student progress. The Instructor of Certified Nursing Assistant and Patient Care Technician is responsible for the instruction of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT) students in the didactic, skills lab, and clinical arenas. Providing a quality education for program students and performing instructional-related duties and responsibilities in accordance with the philosophy, mission, policies and procedures of the college and the School of Health and Patient Simulation.Job responsibilities include but not limited to:Teaching & Assessment: Teaches assigned CNA/PCT courses and maintains written instructional standards; facilitates instruction using alternative delivery methods as needed; informs students in writing of instructional standards; posts and maintains office hours; participates in the assessment of student learning outcomes; establishes, maintains and submits accurate student and instructional records in a timely manner.Collaborates in the development of new courses, curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools; reviews and updates course outlines, textbooks, and course procedure sheets for CNA/PCT courses; assists with the preparation of course proposals, curriculum updates and the construction of degree/certificate programs; analyzes CNA/PCT program effectiveness emphasizing a culture of continuous improvement.Applies and maintains standards of quality operating methods, processes, systems, and procedures; implements changes as necessary to maintain a successful CNA/PCT program; integrates knowledge of industry trends and professional training to continuously improve program quality.Participates in CNA course scheduling, department, division and college meetings; maintains records in compliance with statutes governing CNA education; serves on college committees as assigned.Assesses student progress towards program goals which are consistent with the College's Student Success Plan and the College's mission.Evaluates student academic performance in line with program policies, core competency standards and College procedures.Provides guidance to students in their learning and educational planning.Provides professional and respectful communication and feedback to students and collaborates with Clinical placement health care professionals.Ensures utilization, proper maintenance and inventory of specialized learning equipment and materials for safe education and student practice.Membership on the Health Science Advisory Board and attendance at biannual meetings.Mandatory participation in annual Title IX training, mandatory reporting duties.Performs other related duties as assigned.Requirements:Associates' degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education.Massachusetts Registered Nurses Licensure in good standing.Minimum of one-year long term care experience.Three years of experience as a professional medical/surgical nurse.Current AHA BLS CPR Certification.Desire and ability to work with a diverse student body in a cooperative environment.Working Conditions/Physical Demands: Duties normally performed in a classroom/lab environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must have the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Must have the able to bend, stoop, sit, climb, walk and reach overhead as needed. Light physical exertion.Equivalency Statement: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.Additional Information:Salary: Teaching contracts (per class or lab) will be in accordance with DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement.Benefits: NoUnion: DCEGrant Funded: NoClosing Date: Open Until FilledAll candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.Information Awareness Security Training: Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.Application Instructions: All available positions are located at: which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references. Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.Pre-Employment Details: STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.Policy Statement on Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity & Diversity: Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.Equal Opportunity Statement: STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.