Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Nursing

Stevenson University; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Stevenson University is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member to teach in the Graduate Nursing Program. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in nursing and a current registered nursing license with a commitment to quality teaching. Responsibilities include engaging in instructional activities, maintaining competence in coursework, and addressing students' academic needs. The role allows for up to 18 contact hours annually and may involve evening or hybrid classes. Stevenson University values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to quality teaching and two years of college level teaching experience.
• Experience teaching online preferred.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching.

Responsibilities

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year.
• Maintain competence in subjects being taught and prepare teaching materials.
• Respond to student feedback for each course and complete required professional development.

Skills

Knowledge of curriculum development

Educational theory

Teaching ability in Nursing Education

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds

Education

Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field

Current registered nursing license

Tools

Blackboard or similar learning management system

Job description

Position Summary

Adjunct faculty at Stevenson University will engage in teaching activities in accordance with the University’s faculty workload policies. Teaching responsibilities will include teaching courses in the Graduate Nursing Program.

Education / Experience

Doctoral degree in nursing or a related field with a current registered nursing license, a strong commitment to quality teaching, and two years of college level teaching experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience teaching online preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Ability

• Knowledge of curriculum development; educational theory, strategies, and evaluation; and/or advanced pharmacology, pathophysiology; and physical assessment.
• Demonstrated teaching ability in the areas of Nursing Education, Nursing Leadership/Management, Population Health Nursing, or Forensic Nursing.
• Ability to instruct students of varying preparation and abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and cultural competency skills and demonstrated ability to communicate professionally with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to create inclusive learning experiences that will help graduate and/or undergraduate students to develop professionally, intellectually, and socially.
• Ability to work with students of diverse backgrounds and practice inclusive pedagogy.
• Demonstrated student-centered approach to teaching, and a commitment to student achievement.
• Ability to assess student performance and learning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with educational assessment practices.
• Commitment to integrity, excellence, learning, and community.
• Experience working with Blackboard or a similar learning management system.
• Well-developed organizational, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues.
• Ability to travel between campuses.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, as needed.

Physical Requirements

Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, keyboarding, and repetitive motions. Close visual acuity. Position requires sitting and standing for extended periods of time and the ability to speak clearly and effectively for an extended period of time.

Essential Functions

• Engage in instructional activity totaling no more than 18 contact hours per academic year (September through August), with no more than 9 contact hours taught in an individual semester.
• Teaching responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, laboratory, or hybrid or online courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies; reviewing written examinations and papers; evaluating presentations and projects; providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities.
• Other responsibilities include writing syllabi; reading and responding to emails promptly; grading course work within a time frame that enables the student to incorporate feedback on their next assignment; timely submission of mid‑term and final grades, attendance verification, academic alerts, and other reports as requested; and alerting appropriate university personnel to student problems on a timely basis.
• Respond to student feedback for each course and complete training or professional development as required by the University.
• Collegiality, as well as professional and ethical conduct, enhances teaching, learning and the general reputation of all persons in the academy. Therefore, all faculty members are expected to serve in a collegial fashion and in accordance with professional and ethical principles when dealing with other faculty members, students, administrators, and members of the public. Follow all faculty and program policies outlined by the School and the University.
• Every faculty member is guaranteed academic freedom in accordance with the statement on academic freedom and responsibilities of faculty members, as set forth in the Stevenson University Policies.
• Teaching assignments may require teaching day, evening, online or hybrid classes.
• Meeting classes for the full class time during the scheduled dates and times is expected.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.