Adjunct Faculty, Short Term Health (CNA/CMA)

WSU Tech; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,368 - 51,797; Part time

Job summary

WSU Tech is seeking an Adjunct Faculty Instructor to teach Short Term Health courses, providing essential expertise to prepare students for immediate employment in health-related fields. The position is based at the South Campus and includes responsibilities across classroom, lab, and clinical settings.

Responsibilities include managing student activities, delivering clear objectives, updating curriculum, and ensuring adherence to course standards while fostering an engaging learning

Qualifications

• Experience in health care education, especially short-term health programs.
• Past teaching or training in adult education preferred.
• CPR/First Aid or related certifications are a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication to engage students.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise students in all classroom, lab, and clinical activities to ensure safety and learning.
• Provide clear course objectives and maintain open communication on content, requirements, and evaluation.
• Develop, revise, and improve curriculum to meet objectives and outcomes.
• Adhere to WSU Tech Course Standards using effective teaching methods and current health care practices.
• Create a supportive, engaging atmosphere conducive to student success.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Teaching experience

CPR/First Aid

Communication skills

Hybrid teaching

Digital learning platforms

Education

PN Technical Certificate

Associates degree

BSN

Job description

At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands‑on experience, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values‑based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.

• Compensation: $32/hr
• Worksite Location: South Campus

Overview / Job Summary

The Adjunct Faculty Instructor for Short Term Health courses provides essential subject matter expertise and is responsible for teaching courses designed to prepare students for immediate employment in health‑related fields.

Responsibilities

Your day-to-day responsibilities will vary, but are not limited to:

• Manage and supervise students in all assigned classroom and lab activities and clinicals to ensure a safe and effective learning environment.
• Provide clear course objectives and maintain open communication with students regarding content, requirements, and evaluation procedures.
• Develop, revise, and recommend curriculum enhancements to meet course objectives and improve student learning outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to WSU Tech Course Standards by employing effective teaching methods and reflecting current practices in health care.
• Create a supportive and engaging classroom atmosphere conducive to student success.

Education

• PN Technical Certificate required for LPN, Associates degree required, or BSN for RN.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience in the health care field, particularly in short-term health education required.
• Previous teaching or training experience in adult education preferred.
• Current certifications related to health care professions, such as CPR, First Aid, or specific clinical skills, are an advantage.
• Strong communication skills both verbally and in writing, with the ability to engage and inspire students.
• Familiarity with digital learning platforms and willingness to utilize hybrid teaching methods as needed.

WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.