Adjunct Faculty, Didactic Nursing

South University; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South University seeks an instructor to facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes in the curriculum, delivering education through student-centered instruction on campus and online. The role supports diversity, ethics, lifelong learning, and professional development while upholding the South University philosophy of quality service to students and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include designing instructional plans, delivering online and in-person courses, using technology to

Qualifications

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred.
• Unencumbered RN nursing License.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to build successful relationships with student populations.
• Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report writing skills).

Responsibilities

• Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes.
• Provide education through learning-centered instruction for on-campus and online courses.
• Design instructional plans to meet course outcomes and develop activities.
• Utilize technology in the classroom to support student learning.
• Maintain accurate records and submit grades on time.
• Deliver engaging instruction and promote student success.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Student engagement

Education

PhD in related field

RN license

Job description

South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of SouthUniversity. Whether you have been part of the University family from many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.

What's next for you is the first priority for us!

Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong,Believe and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.

South University, the right direction for a brighterfuture.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning, diversity, and ethics as well as personal and professional development. Assure that the South University philosophy: quality service to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; and an environment conducive to innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position. Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the SouthUniversity Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage the educational process to ensure every student isinvolved in a positive educational experience through the learning,teaching, and social environment.
• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty jobdescription in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplementto the South University Employee Handbook.
• Provide course instruction that aligns with the SouthUniversity model of curricula and supports the South Universitystyle of system delivery.
• Design and deliver instruction through the development ofinstructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development ofactivities that support lesson objectives, and for online courses,deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
• Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support thestudent learning experience.
• Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for studentachievement and evaluation of learning by providing instructionthat fosters proficiency and establishes student performancecriteria and evaluation.
• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing aneducational environment conducive to learning and studentinvolvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes andstudent success.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style andwork schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students,and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manage the educational environment through keeping accuraterecords, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcingacademic and attendance policies consistent with the school,campus, or online division.
• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning bycontinuing professional/technical skills development, theintroduction of industry perspective into courses, and the activeawareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
• Participate in the faculty development process to enhanceknowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centeredinstruction.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s),faculty, and other South University administrators.
• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculumand system task forces, support local campus events such asorientation and graduation, and participate in various otherworkshops and meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and License:

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught ispreferred.
• Unencumbered RN nursing License

Experience:

• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalizededucation process, preferably in a post-secondary or collegeinstitution.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including theability to build successful relationships with studentpopulations.
• Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and reportwriting skills)

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meetfrequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverseschool/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continueddirect supervision
• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstratesfair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassionwithout being ineffectual
• Ability to perform with legal and ethical boundaries.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here arerepresentative of those encountered while performing the essentialfunctions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be madeto enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures, and perspectives can thrive.