Adjunct Faculty - Nursing

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Nursing. The role emphasizes teaching for a diverse student population with possibilities for days, evenings, and weekends.

Adjuncts may teach up to two undergraduate sections per semester and are paid by stipend on a biweekly basis starting after the course add/drop date. The successful candidate will hold a Master's in Nursing, an Illinois RN license, strong communication skills, and a passion for teaching in a multicultural

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing and interest in or previous clinical teaching experience.
• Unencumbered Registered Nurse license in Illinois
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Enthusiasm toward serving a diverse student population

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct courses in classroom, lab, and/or clinical settings.
• Deliver instruction in-person, online, hybrid, or blended formats with a preference for in-person teaching.
• Evaluate students and communicate with the department; submit required paperwork on time.

Skills

Excellent communication

Diversity engagement

Enthusiasm for teaching

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

Summary

Saint Xavier University prides itself on its Mercy mission and teaching excellence. We are seeking adjunct faculty members to teach Nursing. SXU faculty are dedicated to high-quality teaching for its diverse student population and strive to facilitate student success while meeting the individual educational needs of each student.

The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Adjuncts can teach up to two sections of undergraduate courses per semester.

Adjuncts are paid by stipend on a biweekly basis beginning on the first payroll following the course add/drop date.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Adjunct Faculty instructors at Saint Xavier University are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, and/or clinical settings. Courses may be conducted in various delivery modes, such as in-person, online, hybrid and/or blended formats, with a preference towards in-person instruction. In addition, adjunct faculty are responsible for student evaluation, department communication, and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing and interest in or previous clinical teaching experience.
• Unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Illinois
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Enthusiasm toward serving a diverse student population

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver valuable services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University. Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.