Adjunct Faculty, Nursing - OB/Peds

South-University; Sky Lake (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

South University is seeking an in-person educator to guide the learning outcomes in the nursing-related curriculum. You will provide education through learner-centered instruction, aligning with the university model and culture.

The role emphasizes compassionate student engagement, discipline in record-keeping, and ongoing professional development within a dynamic academic environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught; master's degree required.
• Zero to two years’ instructional experience in post-secondary education preferred.
• Experience in Obstetrics and/or Pediatrics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with students.
• Strong time management and detail orientation.
• Computer-based skills including software, analytics, and report writing.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop professional rapport with diverse campus constituents.
• Ability to learn from students and demonstrate fair, compassionate conduct.
• Ability to operate within legal and ethical boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Manage the educational process to ensure every student is involved in a positive educational experience.
• Provide instruction aligned with the South University curriculum and teaching style.
• Design and deliver instruction with instructional plans to meet course outcomes.
• Utilize technology in the classroom to support learning.
• Deliver learning-centered instruction and prepare for classes and student success.
• Promote student success with flexible teaching style and schedule.
• Maintain accurate records, submit grades on time, and enforce policies.
• Relate professional/industry experience to learning and trends.
• Participate in faculty development and curriculum tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Under pressure

Diversity awareness

Education

PhD in related field

Master's degree required

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

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 oflearningthatvaluesmutualresponsibilityand respect,life-longlearning, 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 thatpromote the statureofthe academic programs,departments,and collegesandabidebythe SouthUniversityBoardofTrusteesandadministrationsmandates.

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON POSITION. NOT REMOTE.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are representative of the essential responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

1. Managetheeducationalprocesstoensure thateverystudentisinvolvedinapositive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
2. Performfacultyresponsibilitiesasoutlinedinthefacultyjobdescriptioninaccordancewiththe provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South UniversityFaculty/StaffHandbook.
3. Providecourseinstructionthatalignswiththe SouthUniversitymodelofcurriculaand supports the South University style of system delivery.
4. Designanddeliverinstructionthroughthedevelopmentofinstructionalplanstomeetcourse outcomes, the development of activities that support lessonobjectives,andonline courses, deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.
5. Effectivelyutilizetechnologyin theclassroomtosupportthestudentlearningexperience.
6. Enabletheachievementofpre-defined outcomesforstudentachievementandevaluationof learning by providing instruction that fostersproficiencyandestablishesstudent performance criteria and evaluation.
7. Deliverlearning-centeredinstructionbyestablishinganeducationalenvironmentconducive to learning and student involvement and effectivelyplanning andpreparing forclassesand student success.
8. Promotestudentsuccessbyshowingflexibilityinstyleandworkscheduleandexhibitinga passion for teaching and students, and engaging students in the learning process.
9. Managetheeducationalenvironmentbykeepingaccuraterecords,submittinggrades and otherreportson time,and enforcingacademicand attendance policiesconsistentwith the school, campus, or online division.
10. Relateprofessional/life/industryexperiencetolearningby continuingprofessional/technical skills development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.
11. Participateinthefacultydevelopmentprocesstoenhanceknowledge,skills,andabilitiesin learner-centered instruction.
12. Communicateconsistentlyandeffectivelywithsupervisor(s), faculty,andotherSouth University administrators.
13. Contribute to a learning culture by participatingin curriculum and system task forces,supportinglocalcampuseventssuchasorientation and graduation,andparticipatingin various other workshops and meetings.
14. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QULIFICATIONS:

Education:

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is preferred, master's degree required.

Experience:

• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalized education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college institution.
• Experience in Obstetrics and/or Pediatrics required.
• 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
• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion without being ineffectual
• Ability to perform with legal and ethical boundaries.

License/Certifications:

• Unencumbered RN nursing License.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential 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.