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

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University invites applications for a 9-month, Assistant Educator (MSN prepared)/Assistant Teaching Professor (DNP prepared) to provide instruction of didactic, clinical and/or technologies labs in the undergraduate/graduate nursing programs at K-State in Manhattan, Kansas.

The position includes curriculum development, scholarly activities, and service, with expectations for committee involvement and collaboration across RN/BSN/Masters and DNP offerings.

Qualifications

• Graduate level degree in the field.
• Teaching experience.
• Valid Kansas State Nursing License.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses using multiple delivery modes.
• Engage with industry and local business community applied projects.
• Advance knowledge through scholarly activities and student mentorship.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent verbal and written comunicat

Computer competency

Knowledge of clinical practice

Education

Graduate level degree

Teaching experience

Valid Kansas State Nursing License

Job description

Department:

WSU-AVC School of Nursing/WSU Pathway to NursingProgram 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 orevening shift; work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement:

No export controlrequirement.

Job Story

The WSU - Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing/WSU Pathway toNursing Program at K-State located in Manhattan, Kansas isaccepting applications for a 9-month, Assistant Educator (MSNprepared)/Assistant Teaching Professor (DNP prepared) to provideinstruction of didactic, clinical and/or technologies labs, andteaching/supervision in the undergraduate/graduate program asappropriate by educational preparation. This position will alsoparticipate in curriculum development and evaluation and will beexpected to maintain academic and professional expertise.Participation in Department, College, and University activities andcommittees is expected. The nursing program is very robust with atraditional RN program, an RN-BSN completion program, and Masters’program with a focus on education, and a DNP program with foci inFNP, PMHNP, and AGPNP.

Job Summary

Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels usingvarious instructional deliveries (e.g., traditional (face-to-face),hybrid, and fully online). To foster applied learning into thecourse design and engage with industry and local business communityapplied 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 thedepartment 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 StateUniversity in Manhattan, Kansas.

WSU is not able to provide immigration sponsorship for thisposition.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position – Frequent 60-90%;Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment includingbut 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/orup to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds offorce to constantly move objects.