Faculty - Nursing (10-Month) Associate Professor

White Mountains Community College; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 57,639 - 67,546; Full time

Job summary

White Mountains Community College seeks an Associate Professor for the Nursing program. This position involves teaching across various nursing courses, overseeing student progress, and engaging with community programs. A Master's degree in Nursing, five years of teaching or relevant industry experience, and a current RN license in New Hampshire are required. The role is at the Claremont campus but may require travel to other locations. Competitive salary range is offered, from $57,639 to $67,546 annually.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
• Five years of teaching experience in Nursing or relevant industry experience.
• Current RN license in New Hampshire.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in classroom and clinical settings.
• Develop instructional materials that integrate theory and practice.
• Maintain records of student progress and provide academic guidance.
• Engage in community outreach and participate in college events.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Pedagogical methods

Student engagement

Nursing practice knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Faculty - Nursing (10-Month) Associate Professor

Department: Academic Affairs

Location: River Valley Community College, Claremont Campus

Associate Professor, Nursing. Salary Scale: $57,639.34 to $67,546.71

Scope OF WORK: To educate students in the Associate Degree Nursing Program as outlined in the prescribed program curricula and to assist in the development and implementation of departmental and institutional activities that advance the mission of the college. This position is located at the Keene Campus but may also require travel to the Claremont campus. This position reports to the Department Chair of Nursing at River Valley Community College.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Teaches an assigned academic course schedule in a classroom, laboratory, and/or clinic /field experience setting as appropriate for the RN nursing program.
• Demonstrates teaching effectiveness through the development of instructional materials that comply with established course content, integrate theory with applications, clearly define course goals, observe program and institutional accreditations standards, promote critical thinking and life skills, and respond to diverse academic needs.
• Maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs and advises individuals or groups of students in academic matters relevant to the academic area of specialization. Exercises professional judgment in referring students to appropriate personnel.
• Supervises student learning activities and academic progress; maintains accurate records of student progress and accomplishments. Consults with and interprets these to students and maintains accessibility and availability to assist students with their learning needs.
• Collaborates with other faculty in the department to develop credit and non-credit programs and/or courses, sharing teaching and learning methodologies with peers, serving as an academic resource in area of expertise.
• Maintain educational equipment and spaces, and requisition instructional resources, equipment, supplies or classroom materials.
• Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of college sponsored recruitment and retention activities including job fairs, student orientations and award ceremonies.
• Engages in professional activities related to the area of teaching specialization that partner the college with the wider community by serving on college or system teams, or participating in community-sponsored events, as assigned.
• Utilizes appropriate instructional and administrative technologies as required for teaching effectiveness and college operations/communications.
• Remains technologically and pedagogically current within the field of Nursing through participation in relevant professional associations and educational and training activities.
• Observes all academic policies and procedures and institutional rules and regulations and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.
• Serves on college or system teams, or participates in community-sponsored events, as assigned. Attend nursing faculty meetings in Claremont and/or in Keene.
• Complies with all college, system, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited college or university with a major study in the nursing field. Possession of a Master’s degree in Education shall require twelve (12) graduate credits in a subject area closely related to the teaching assignment and a Bachelor’s degree in a Nursing.

Experience: Five (5) years of teaching experience in Nursing, or five (5) years of business or industry experience directly related to Nursing.

Licensure/Certifications: Must possess current or active Registered Nurse license in New Hampshire. Must meet the continuing education requirements by the Board of Nursing to maintain continuing licensure.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS: Thorough knowledge of teaching methods and materials, problems and subject matter as related to courses of instruction. Considerable knowledge of principles, methods, techniques, materials and equipment om postsecondary teaching. Knowledge of educational standards and procedures in the College to which assigned. Ability to work with and secure the cooperation of others. Ability to maintain comprehensive and accurate records of the progress and development of the individual student. Evidence of good professional attitude. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college appointing authority.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.