Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant

Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant

Position Information

Position Title - Adjunct Faculty, Certified Nursing Assistant

Position Type - Faculty

Department - Allied Health

FLSA - Exempt

Full Time or Part Time - Part Time

Fixed Term/Tenure Track - Fixed Term

Salary Range - Salary commensurate with education and experience

Union/Non Union - Non Union

Job Description Summary - The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, and curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications - EDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE Active R.N. licensure or eligibility for active R.N. licensure in Maryland or have a multistate licensure privilege to practice registered nursing in Maryland. Minimum of 2 years of registered nurse experience including at least 1 full year of direct long term care experience within the past 5 years, specifically providing care to elderly or chronically ill residents in a licensed long term care facility. Completed a train-the-trainer course with a minimum of 16 hours of instruction in the principles of adult education or have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience.

Criteria - The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

Essential Duties

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.
• Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development as required.
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus.
• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department; inform students in a timely manner of their progress.
• Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress; provide timely student feedback.
• Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include (as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline of course objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.
• Notify students of key dates and course adjustments.
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronic grade book and entering final grades by the established due date).
• Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records by the established due date.
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as directed.
• Follow department and division requirements for maintaining office hours, advising students, and referring students to appropriate resources.
• Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regular communication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email for communication with the department and with students.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Ability to provide service to diverse populations using a student-centered approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
• Ability to plan, deliver and assess effective instruction
• Ability to effectively use instructional technology (Internet, instructional software, learning management system, videoconferencing, etc.)
• Critical thinking, organization, and conflict management skills
• Research skills (where appropriate)
• Time management, planning and organizational skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem-solving and analytical ability
• Ability to teach in non-traditional formats (online, remote, hybrid) and settings (off-campus, weekends, evenings and accelerated)
• Ability to teach core introductory courses and general education courses in discipline

Job Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
• Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds may be required.

Other Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

Is Background Check Required? - Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? - No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number - ADJ16811/12

Open Date - 04/27/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled - No

Background Check Statement

Special Instructions to Applicants - Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

Posting Specific Questions

1. * Do you have a current R.N. licensure or eligibility for R.N. licensure in Maryland?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Have completed a train-the-trainer course with a minimum of 16 hours of instruction in the principles of adult education OR have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have a minimum of two 2 years of registered nurse experience including at least 1 full year of direct long term care experience within the past 5 years, specifically providing care to elderly or chronically ill residents in a licensed long term care facility?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must present acceptable documentation showing that they are a U.S. Citizen or a resident authorized to work in the U.S.
   • Yes
   • No
5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • HERC
   • HigherEd Jobs
   • Hispanic Outlook
   • Indeed
   • Personal Referral
   • PGCC Website
   • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
   • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
   • The Washington Post
   • Other: Please indicate below
   • Educause
6. How did you hear about this employment