Full-Time Health Occupations/Nursing Instructor

West Valley-Mission Community College District; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Sabbatical

Banked leave

Growth opportunities

Sick leave

Job summary

West Valley-Mission Community College District's Mission College is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Health Occupations/Nursing Instructor starting Spring 2027. Instruction may include day/evening classes across multiple levels and disciplines within Health Occupations.

The college emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, and invites applicants who value a welcoming campus culture, collaboration with a diverse student body, and ongoing professional

Responsibilities

• Full-time, tenure-track faculty position
• Teach a range of Health Occupations courses
• Instruction may occur day and/or evening classes, Monday through Sunday as needed

Job description

Full-Time Health Occupations/Nursing Instructor

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Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Full-Time Health Occupations/Nursing Instructor

How many positions are you recruiting for?

How many positions are you recruiting for? 1

Campus

Campus Mission College

Position Summary Information

The Health Occupations Department at Mission College is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure-track instructor who shares our excitement for teaching and our commitment to excellence in education. We are looking for someone with a willingness to help our department grow and who will enjoy working with our diverse student body. Applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, ability, and life experiences to address the cultural and educational needs of a linguistically and culturally diverse student population are encouraged to apply.

Mission College, located in Santa Clara, the heart of the Silicon Valley, is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ). As a designated Caring Campus, we prioritize connection, compassion, and belonging in all that we do.

We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, not just as values, but as everyday practices. Our greatest strength is our people. At Mission, employees are encouraged to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We lead with heart, honor lived experience, and center students in every decision.

With innovative programs, a student-focused culture, and award-winning faculty and staff, Mission College has earned recognition for advancing equitable student outcomes, supporting basic needs, and driving workforce development. This is more than a place to work – it's a place to belong, grow, and make a real impact.

Assignment

This is a full-time, 11-month, tenure-track faculty position that begins in Spring 2027. Instructional assignments may include day and/or evening classes, Monday through Sunday, as needed and rotate among the Health Occupations faculty. It is expected that over several semesters, all levels of Health Occupations offered at the college will be taught. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers ( WVMFT / AFT Local 6554).

Work location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Range:

• $107,049.80 - $172,752.80 annually (11 months), based upon academic achievement, teaching and related experience (Academic Salary Schedule, Steps 1-9).

Benefits include

• Employer-contributed medical, dental and vision for employee, spouse and dependents.
• Employer paid long term disability for employee.
• Employer-provided life insurance.
• Sabbatical, Rejuvenation and Retraining Leaves.
• Banked leave provisions.
• Professional Growth and Development activities.
• 11 days sick