Adjunct, Nursing Program

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a nursing instructor to teach small student groups at clinical sites across Chicago. This role requires a Master’s degree in nursing and RN licensure, along with at least two years of clinical experience.

The instructor will manage course syllabi, maintain attendance records, and respond to student communications promptly. Classes meet at various times, providing flexibility to the schedule.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing required.
• Illinois Registered Nursing (RN) licensure required.
• 2 years of clinical experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Instruct small student groups at clinical sites throughout Chicago.
• Submit course syllabus to Deans’ Office one week prior to course.
• Maintain grade book and take student attendance.

Skills

Instructing student groups

RN licensure

Clinical experience

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Description Summary

Instruct small student groups at affiliated clinical sites throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs, or occasional didactic instruction as faculty substitute. Classes meet at various times and days. Classes include: Foundations, Medical / Surgical, Pediatrics and Maternal Child Nursing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office in electronic format one (1) week prior to course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students no later than the first week of the course.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student attendance each day.
• Submit accurate and certified Tenth (10th) Day Attendance Verification and Mid-Semester Class Roster or other report to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the college’s Final Exam Schedule.
• Respond to e-mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session using assigned college designated e‑mail.
• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing.
• Illinois Registered Nursing (RN) licensure.
• 2 years clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to instruct small student groups at affiliated clinical sites throughout Chicago and nearby suburbs, or occasional didactic instruction as faculty substitute.

• Available classes meet at various times and days.

Salary

Salary rate is per ECH.