Adjunct, Licensed Vocational Nursing

Alvin Community College; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvin College is seeking a part-time nursing faculty member to teach and supervise students across multiple locations, including evenings and weekends to meet program needs. The role requires adherence to program requirements, proper documentation, and ongoing professional engagement.

Candidates must hold an Associate’s degree in Nursing and have three years of non-teaching nursing experience; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited College or University.
• Three (3) years of non-teaching work experience in the field of nursing.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited College or University (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Instruct and supervise a diverse student population in classroom settings at various times and locations.
• Demonstrate commitment to student engagement, success and instructional excellence.
• Communicate effectively in written and oral form.

Skills

Bilingual – English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

SUMMARY

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

Requires the provision of official transcripts, licenses and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information (www.naces.org).

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Our faculty enjoy an atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect that promotes outstanding teaching and fosters active intellectual and creative engagement.

• Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
• Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Assist in the recruitment and retention of students
• Advise students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
• Assess students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner
• Engage students face-to-face and through electronic communications
• Utilize technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
• Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
• Build positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
• Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
• Provide recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations
• Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
• Adhere to Alvin College's policies and procedures
• Attend institutional meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent typically works in an classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a classroom. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited College or University

AND

• Three (3) years of non-teaching work experience in the field of nursing

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual – English/Spanish
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited College or University

AND

• Three (3) years of non-teaching work experience in the field of nursing