Adjunct Faculty - Inspiring Online & On-Campus Teaching

South University; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

South University in Novi, Michigan is seeking a faculty member to instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes in the nursing curriculum. The position emphasizes learning-centered instruction that supports graduates meeting evolving marketplace needs, with a culture of mutual respect and professional development.

The role requires PhD in a related field (preferred) and an unencumbered RN license, plus up to two years of instructional experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred.
• Unencumbered RN nursing license.
• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• 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).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.
• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse school/campus constituents.
• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
• Provide course instruction that aligns with the South University model of curricula and supports the South University style of system delivery.
• Design and deliver instruction through the development of instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of activities 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 the student learning experience.
• Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance criteria and evaluation.
• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an educational environment conducive to learning and student involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and student success.
• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process.
• Manage the educational environment through keeping accurate records, submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic and attendance policies consistent with the school, campus, or online division.
• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by continuing professional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.

Job description

South University in Novi, Michigan is seeking a faculty member to instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of course outcomes in the nursing curriculum. The position emphasizes learning-centered instruction that supports graduates meeting evolving marketplace needs, with a culture of mutual respect and professional development.

The role requires PhD in a related field (preferred) and an unencumbered RN license, plus up to two years of instructional experience.