Microbiology Instructor

Jersey College; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Part time

Job summary

Jersey College is seeking a Microbiology Instructor (Adjunct) to teach on Fridays at the Chattanooga – Cleveland Campus, 11:30am-4:30pm. The role focuses on nursing education and patient-centered learning for RN/PN students.

The instructor will prepare progress and grade reports, maintain attendance records, and evaluate student competency in line with program objectives. A Bachelor's degree in teaching discipline is required; a Master’s degree is preferred, with prior teaching experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the teaching discipline with required credits.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.
• Position requires ability to teach microbiology to nursing students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare student progress reports and grade reports.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance records.
• Evaluate student competence based on program philosophy and objectives.
• Implement evaluation devices of student learning and clinical experience to measure progress.
• Attend faculty meetings.
• Maintain professional qualifications through continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned by program leadership.

Skills

Student relations

Motivated

Team player

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Clinical supervision

RN/PN teaching ability

Nursing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in teaching discipline

15 semester hours / 23 quarter hours

Master's degree preferred

Teaching experience preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Chattanooga – Cleveland Campus – Cleveland, TN 37311

Salary Range: $50.00 Hourly

Information:

Jersey College is an institution of higher learning with a vision to be nationally recognized through our dedication to excellence and innovation in nursing education while offering pathways for professional growth. Since our founding, Jersey College has graduated over 13,500 nurses.

Jersey College has positions available in our Nursing Program. We are looking for individuals who have a desire and passion for teaching and will take both pride and ownership in the success of their students.

Position

Microbiology Instructor: Adjunct – Fridays – 11:30am-4:30pm

Essential Functions

• Preparing student progress reports and grade reports
• Maintaining accurate and timely attendance records
• Evaluating student competence based on program philosophy and objectives
• Implementing evaluation devices of student learning and clinical experience to measure progress and competency
• Attending faculty meetings
• Maintaining professional qualifications through participation in continuing education programs, in‑service training, and academic courses
• Perform other duties as required by the program director, program dean, or campus administration

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to create and maintain relationships with students and co‑workers
• Motivated, self‑directed
• Team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow
• Ability to supervise students in the clinical environment
• Ability to deliver an effective lesson on the level of an RN or PN student
• Knowledgeable and experienced in the area of nursing specialty

Qualifications – Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 15 semester hours or 23 quarter hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited school
• Master degree is preferred
• Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required

Non‑Discrimination Policy

Jersey College does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or military veteran status (“Protected Status”) and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on a Protected Status in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by the Age Discrimination Act, Section 504, Title II, Title III, Title VI, Title VII Title IX and their regulations, and other federal and state regulations and guidelines that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against a Protected Status, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about the Age Discrimination Act, Section 504, Title II, Title III, Title VI, Title VII or Title IX may be referred to Jersey College’s Title IX Compliance Coordinator and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Jersey College’s Title IX Compliance Coordinator and Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator is the Director of Institutional Effectiveness who may be contacted at the following: 546 U.S. Highway 46, Teterboro, NJ 07608; 201-489-5836; [e-mail] ; or [e-mail].

Jersey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located within the College Catalog (available at www.jerseycollege.edu/student-resources/college-catalog) under the sections entitled “Civil Rights Policies” and “Title IX and VAWA Policies”.