Instructor or Assistant Professor, Nurse Education

Del Mar College - Corporate Services; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Mar College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Instructor or Assistant Professor in Nurse Education. The role encompasses teaching required contact hours per regular semester, including online and/or dual-credit classes, with emphasis on engaging diverse student populations and community outreach.

Responsibilities include delivering theory, labs, and clinical instruction, maintaining professional standards, and participating in program development and college service as

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Nursing.
• At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current Texas RN license and CPR/BLS for healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Teach nursing courses including theory, labs, online or hybrid formats.
• Provide clinical supervision in healthcare facilities for 10–15 students.
• Develop and use a variety of teaching methods to meet course outcomes.
• Maintain professional standards and participate in program and college leadership.
• Engage in faculty duties, committee work, and community outreach.

Skills

Course planning

Differentiated instruction

Multicultural communication

Instructional tech

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

18 graduate semester hours in Nursing

RN license in Texas

CPR/BLS for Healthcare Provider

3 years clinical experience

Tools

Blackboard

Canvas

Job description

Position Information

• Posting Number F0502
• This position is open to All Applicants
• Job Title Instructor or Assistant Professor, Nurse Education
• Position Title/Rank Instructor or Assistant Professor, Nurse Education
• Department Nurse Education
• Position Type Faculty
• Employment Status Full-Time-Faculty
• Salary Minimum - $63,371.00 per 9 months
• Open Date 10/11/2022
• Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
• Effective Date of Employment

Position Summary Information

Del Mar College is seeking faculty members who are innovative thinkers, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities, leaders in meaningful service and engaging in community outreach. The purpose of this full time, tenure track position is to teach required contact hours/lecture equated per regular semester that could include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes.

Nurse Education faculty are required to work with students of varied backgrounds, including traditional, nontraditional, and dual-credit/early-college students; to maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement; to develop appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community; and to meet all fundamental responsibilities for faculty as outlined in Del Mar College policy.

Teach 18 contact hours per week per semester that could include theory/labs, online or hybrid classes and clinical.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/ outline provided to insure course content and objectives are met.
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate various learning styles of students.
• Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success. Knowledge of a learning college and/or knowledge of learning communities.
• Ability to teach utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in Nursing.
• Three (3) years clinical work experience.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Texas (Submission of certification required).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare provider certification (Submission of certification is required).
• Current negative Tuberculin (TB) and other required immunizations as stipulated by healthcare agencies. Please refer to Del Mar College’s Department of Nurse Education Immunization page for complete listing: http://dmc122011.delmar.edu/rn/immunizations.html. (Documentation of current negative TB Test and other immunizations are required prior to the first day of employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching college level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g. Blackboard, Canvas).

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws requiring verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel, extend, or otherwise modify recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Del Mar College supports veteran employment and provides consideration to qualified veterans consistent with Texas law. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Culture

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III: Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

Job Duties

• Teach nursing courses to include clinical supervision in health care facilities of 10 to 15 students according to Texas Board of Nursing requirements.

  Teach 18 contact hours per regular semester that could include theory/labs, online or hybrid courses, and clinical.

  Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline. Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need. Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction. Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes. Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.

• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures. Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.

  Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work. Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning. Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students’ work and the possibility of improvement. Assist in academic advising of declared majors. Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students.

• Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.

• Participate in the self- evaluation process. Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair. Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.

• Serve on committees. Accept special assignments occasionally. Participate in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies. Participate in department, divisional, and College meetings. Participate in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty. Participate in activities required to maintain program and College accreditation standards. Participate in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities. Meet professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar. Participate in business and/or community activities that promote the mission of the College.