Adjunct Faculty, Nursing

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 6,796,389 - 9,679,706; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a nursing instructor to provide learning activities that meet course objectives and contribute to the educational environment. The role includes teaching nursing courses and engaging with students through various methods. Candidates must have a Master's degree in nursing or related field and a Texas RN license.

The position offers a salary of $59.80 per contact hour, along with benefits such as a tuition waiver and participation in a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or equivalent qualifications.
• 3 years non-teaching experience in nursing field.
• Valid Texas RN license.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing courses at various times and locations.
• Develop engaging lessons and evaluate student progress.
• Maintain professional relationships with students and colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively with diverse people

Interest in interdisciplinary teaching

Use of technology in teaching

Education

Master's degree or higher in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Job Description

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches nursing courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in nursing OR Master's degree or higher in any field, with a bachelor's degree in nursing from an approved or accredited baccalaureate program in nursing and at least six (6) graduate semester hours in nursing appropriate to assigned teaching responsibilities.
• 3 years non‑teaching work experience in the field.
• Current license or privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas. (22 Tex. Admin. Code § 215.7 (2005))

Salary

$59.80 per contact hour.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver
• Participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan
• Professional development opportunities

EEO Statement

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.