Nursing Faculty

Colorado Community College System (CCCS); Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, Dental & Vision

PERA retirement

Life Insurance

Additional Leave Programs

Job summary

Pikes Peak State College is seeking a Nursing Faculty member in the PPSC Instructional Services division in Colorado Springs. The role involves teaching scheduled classes and labs, following the approved course outlines, and supporting student learning across diverse backgrounds.

Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in nursing and an active Colorado RN license (or compact RN). Two years of clinical nursing experience in the last five years, along with a flexible schedule, are

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing from a nationally accredited institution is required.
• Current Colorado RN license, or multi-state compact RN in good standing without restrictions.
• Two years of full-time or equivalent clinical nursing experience within the last 5 years.
• Flexible teaching schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to work with underrepresented populations to close achievement gaps.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain Colorado Career & Technical Education Teaching Credential Colorado State Credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a commitment to teaching.
• Uses appropriate and varied teaching strategies.
• Uses flexible approaches in teaching for learning.
• Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation.
• Encourages students to achieve goals.
• Relates coursework to real-life experiences.
• Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students.

Skills

Master's in Nursing

RN License (Colorado/Compact)

Clinical nursing experience (last 5y)

Flexible teaching schedule

Diversity/inclusive teaching

Teaching Credential (CTE)

Education

Master's degree in nursing

Job description

Title: Nursing Faculty

Position Type:

College: Pikes Peak State College

Division: Office of the President

Department: PPSC Instructional Services

Location: Colorado Springs

Salary Range: $76,146 annual gross

Who We Are:

We have as many dreams here as we do students, and they come in every variety: high school grads, veterans, single moms, factory workers, jocks, artists, geeks, book worms and retirees from every race, ethnicity and age. Together, we create a supportive learning environment and a sense of belonging for those who want to build a better future while staying close to home and for travelers on their way from here to everywhere. Students succeed at PPSC!

Job Summary:

This is a NON-CLASSIFIED employment opportunity and is exempt from the State Classified Personnel System. Visit the State of Colorado for Classified employment opportunities. Regular Faculty work under the direction of the Director of Nursing Education Practices and are responsible for meeting all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College and the Department’s approved course outline. Regular Faculty are also responsible for using teaching methods and media designed to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the objectives of the course. Regular Faculty are required to serve a provisional period from the date of employment until the completion of employment under three consecutive full year regular contracts. Must be able to provide proof of current vaccinations upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited institution.
• Current Colorado RN license, or multi-state compact RN in good standing without restrictions.
• Two years of full-time or equivalent clinical nursing experience within the last 5 years.
• Flexible teaching schedule to include evenings and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to work with underrepresented populations in successful efforts to close the achievement gap.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Colorado Career & Technical Education Teaching Credential Colorado State Credentialing.

Professional level experience is defined by the Colorado Division of Human Resources: A position that involves the exercise of discretion, analytical skill, judgment, personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, or sharing an organized body of knowledge. Colorado revised statute (C.R.S. 24-50-135(1) allows colleges to exempt positions from the State Personnel Classified System that are determined to be professional level work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE).
• Experience teaching didactic content at the associate degree nursing level.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent Spanish

Duties & Responsibilities:

Faculty/Student Interaction

• Demonstrates a commitment to teaching.
• Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies.
• Use flexible approaches in teaching for learning.
• Acknowledge differences in learning styles and motivation.
• Encourages students to achieve goals.
• Relates coursework to real life experiences.
• Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students.

Classroom Performance

• Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives.
• Communicate effectively.
• Maintains knowledge of and enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude toward students.

Materials and Preparation/Relevancy

• Maintains current and relevant syllabuses, following State guidelines when indicated.
• Reviews and updates course materials.
• Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content.
• Inform students in writing of the objectives of the course content.
• Use supplemental resources in addition to textbooks or other course materials.
• Participate in all aspects of department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes in general education and career/technical courses and programs as required.

Record keeping and Instructional Management

• Keep scheduled office hours, including providing regular student office hours.
• Meets classes as scheduled for prescribed time.
• Submits required reports and documents.Attend required Divisional meetings.

Professionalism

• Seeks to maintain a high quality of instruction by remaining current on discipline specific and pedagogical issues.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a professional manner.
• Use communication techniques that foster collegiality when problem solving.
• Works to resolve conflicts in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
• This contributes to the promotion of an excellent educational climate within the college, as well as within the division and department.

Promoting Division/College Quality of Instruction

• Assist, as requested, with the development of the term class schedule and the college catalog.
• Assist with curriculum review, revision, development and implementation within the department.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of course outlines and course syllabi.
• Assist in textbook selection and adoption.
• Assist with student advising and student registration.
• Maintain a program advisory committee, as appropriate.
• Participate in professional development activities as requested by the dean.
• Assist with program reviews as required by appropriate agencies, e.g., NCA.

Professional Contributions

• Serve on college discipline, department, and community committees and task forces on behalf of the college.
• Assist with Divisional activities as requested by the dean.
• Assist with student recruitment as appropriate.
• Assist with the development and implementation of alternative modes of instructional delivery, e.g., Internet or ITV, as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the dean, the Vice President for Instructional Services and/or the College President.

Competencies/KSAs:

• Demonstrate an understanding of evidence-based, inclusive teaching strategies and curriculum development for the classroom environment.
• Demonstrates ability to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate teaching activities and curriculum.
• Demonstrates ability to employ qualitative and quantitative analytical skills in the classroom.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates ability to maintain accurate written student records as required by policy and procedure.
• Demonstrates ability to inform students of all course requirements.
• Demonstrates ability to evaluate students and offer feedback on a continuing basis.
• Demonstrates ability to relate to student concerns and maintain open communication.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to navigate differences effectively and respectfully in the workplace.
• Adhere to college policies and procedures.

Selection Process:

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on July 10, 2026.

Pikes Peak State College reserves the right to close the job posting once a sufficient applicant pool has been obtained.

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Additional Information/Benefits:

Work Life Balance

Faculty are required to work 166 duty days. Pikes Peak State College offers a generous amount of 74 hours of faculty sick leave and 16 hours of personal leave. There are paid holidays and alternate paid holidays which allow the college to be closed Christmas Day through New Year's Day. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Tuition Reimbursement

Education and your success are a priority at Pikes Peak State College. We encourage you to develop job skills and abilities which will benefit you as well as our college. Eligible employees, their eligible dependents, and spouse/domestic partners may enroll in credit courses at any of the Colorado Community College System. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Health, Dental & Vision

Pikes Peak State College offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide you and eligible dependents, spouse/domestic partner, with a broad range of employer paid and employee paid benefit options. In addition to medical coverage, the college offers dental and vision insurance plans to choose from. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Retirement

Pikes Peak State College participates in Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates. State employees are required to a mandatory contribution of a percentage of their salary to the plan, and the college contributes a percentage as well. While you are enrolled in PERA, you do not pay Social Security. In addition, there are supplemental retirement plans available through three other vendors.

Life Insurance

Pikes Peak State College offers life insurance paid for by the college to eligible employees. Supplemental life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance policies are available for those interested in additional coverage. Eligibility is defined by your employment FTE status.

Additional Leave Programs

Pikes Peak State College offers additional leave programs such as bereavement leave, jury leave, community and parental academic leave, Family and Medical Leave (FML), and Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI).