Instructor, Nurse Aide

Cleveland Community College; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Community College seeks an experienced registered nurse to serve as a nursing instructor. The role includes teaching online, hybrid, and on‑campus courses, maintaining posted hours, and guiding students toward successful outcomes.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in North Carolina, bring teaching or supervision experience, and stay current with instructional technology, including Canvas, to enhance learning and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing and active NC RN license.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Experience or teaching adults is desirable.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with instructional technology and Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Teach a course load appropriate for assigned program; may include online, hybrid, or in-person.
• Maintain office hours and respond to student inquiries promptly.
• Assess and report student progress; submit final grades as required.
• Create syllabi and ensure course content aligns with standards.
• Support student engagement, program assessments, and collaboration with partners.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Instructional technology

Canvas experience

Education

Associate’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing or related field

Tools

Canvas

MS Office

Job description

• Work a 35-hour work week, which includes eight office hours per week.
• Maintain posted student and on-campus hours to meet the needs of the student.
• Teach a course load appropriate for assigned field or program.
• Teaching loads may include online, hybrid, or traditional in-person courses. Instructors may be assigned to teach during daytime or evening hours and may be required to provide instruction on the college campus and/or at local high school locations and clinical rotations.
• Provide equitable course content and student learning outcomes in all courses regardless of location or delivery method.
• Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences.
• Maintain proficiency with all classroom equipment both on and off campus. Keep equipment secure.
• Provide a safe, positive, and clean learning environment.
• Remain current on teaching methods with technology and enhance instructional delivery and learning outcomes.
• Demonstrate proficiency of the College Learning Management System to deliver online instruction and enhance on campus and off campus instruction through all courses.
• Make all courses taught accessible to all students.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to academic programs each semester according to established deadlines.
• Promote completion of end-of-course student evaluations.
• Develop course syllabi according to NCCCS (North Carolina Community College System) course descriptions and College standards and adhere to course syllabus.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from colleagues, divisions, the College and all academic program needs.
• Allow and encourage participation in other College-required surveys (e.g. CCSSE : Community College Student Survey of Engagement).
• Assist with the College’s library collection development by selecting, evaluating, and weeding learning resources in each appropriate discipline as requested.
• Adherence to the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual.

Assessment and Evaluation

• Participate in program and course assessments to ensure academic quality and continuous improvement.
• Analyze assessment data to inform teaching practices and curriculum development.
• Complete end-of-course assessments, formative (on-going) assessments and incorporate adjustments with teaching methods in order to meet learning outcomes.

Professional Development

• Participate in 10 hours or professional development activities each academic year and College-required training.
• Record professional development as part of the annual review.
• Stay current with developments in the field through research, conferences, and networking.

Student Engagement and Support

• Participate in student recruitment, advisement, advisory committee meetings, curriculum development, and registration.
• Assist with job placement or possible study assignments, depending upon department need.
• Participate in all graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
• Responsible for collaborating with industry and 4-year educational partners.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with agencies and organizations within the community/industry which are pertinent to departmental programs and to perspective graduates.

College and Community Engagement

• Participate in required meetings and events.
• Participate in SkillsUSA competitions relevant to the respective program.
• Establish and cultivate effective relationships with community agencies, employers, and educational partners.
• Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
• Serve on college committees and participate in college-wide initiatives.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Perform other duties as assigned and related assignments incident to the work described herein.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in nursing or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Registered Nurse with an unencumbered license.
• Licensed to practice nursing in North Carolina.
• Minimum of 2 years (4000 hours) of experience as a registered nurse.
• The applicant meets at least one of the following:
  • Completion of a course in teaching adults
  • Experience in teaching adults
  • Experience in supervising nurse aides
• Strong commitment to student success and academic excellence.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
• Experience with instructional technology, preferably Canvas, and online teaching is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and collegially with others.
• Skilled in the use of computers and commitment to use of technology.
• Experience with current version of MS Office or similar programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Provide exceptional customer service with people internal and external to the institution.
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
• Effectiveness in the following College organizational competencies:
  • Translating College purpose, values, and vision into organizational action
  • Collaborating and facilitating
  • Creating and innovating
  • Anticipating and responding to change
  • Providing vision and leadership
• Flexible and adapts to change
• Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.
• Travel to designated clinical sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in higher education.

Note:

Licenses and/or certifications used for credentialing purposes are to remain current by the employee, unless noted otherwise.

Salary Range

Salary range Based on experience. Salary range - $49,540-$74,309.