Assistant Educator/Assistant Teaching Professor, WSU Pathway to Nursing Program at K-State

Wichita State University; Texas; On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The WSU Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing/WSU Pathway to Nursing Program at K-State in Manhattan, KS invites applications for a 9-month Assistant Educator (MSN prepared) / Assistant Teaching Professor (DNP prepared) to teach didactic, clinical, and lab experiences for undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, program evaluation, and maintaining professional expertise while participating in departmental and university activities on campus.

Qualifications

• Graduate level degree in nursing or related field.
• Teaching experience in higher education.
• Ability to teach across undergraduate and graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses using varied delivery methods.
• Foster applied learning in course design and engage with industry projects.
• Advance knowledge through scholarly activities and committee involvement.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Computer competency

Knowledge of clinical practice

Education

Graduate level degree in the field

Teaching experience

Job description

Department: WSU-AVC School of Nursing/WSU Pathway to Nursing Program at K-State

Campus Location: Manhattan, KS

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Range begins at $65,000

Work Schedule: typical M-F, 8-5, occasional weekend or evening shift; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story

The WSU - Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing/WSU Pathway to Nursing Program at K-State located in Manhattan, Kansas is accepting applications for a 9-month, Assistant Educator (MSN prepared)/Assistant Teaching Professor (DNP prepared) to provide instruction of didactic, clinical and/or technologies labs, and teaching/supervision in the undergraduate/graduate program as appropriate by educational preparation. This position will also participate in curriculum development and evaluation and will be expected to maintain academic and professional expertise. Participation in Department, College, and University activities and committees is expected. The nursing program is very robust with a traditional RN program, an RN-BSN completion program, and Masters’ program with a focus on education, and a DNP program with foci in FNP, PMHNP, and AGPNP.

Job Summary

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels using various instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face), hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into the course design and engage with industry and local business community applied projects. To advance knowledge through scholarly activities (e.g., active involvement in committees, student mentorship, recruitment and retention initiative, outreach activities, etc.)

Essential Functions

Meet expectations for teaching and service, as set forth by the department and college.

Required Education and Experience:

• Graduate level degree in the field
• Teaching experience

Faculty Requirements

• Assistant Educator - MSN
• Assistant Teaching Professor - doctoral degree in nursing
• Valid Kansas State Nursing License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer competency
• Knowledge of clinical practice

Additional Information:

This position is located on the campus of Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.

WSU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position – Frequent 60-90%; Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators – Frequent 60-90%

Additional Physical Requirement:

• Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to constantly move objects.