Nursing Faculty - ADN Program

American Career College; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

American Career College in Richardson, Texas is seeking a faculty member to teach nursing courses. In this role, you will deliver efficient instruction, maintain academic integrity, and actively engage in student learning and assessment. You will have the opportunity to mentor students and contribute to their professional growth in healthcare.

Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree, substantial nursing experience, and a valid Texas RN license. American Career College is committed to diversity and offers a collaborative work culture.

Qualifications

• 3 years of occupational experience in the nursing field.
• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in Texas.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction using effective teaching methods.
• Participate in assessment of student learning activities.
• Maintain attendance and grade records.

Skills

Direct patient care experience

Educational methods and evaluation

Experience with online learning systems

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Master's degree in nursing or education

Job description

At American Career College, we share a passion for students and transforming healthcare education! As a faculty member for a certified Great Place to Work, you will join a collaborative, student‑centric culture valuing academic integrity, mutual respect, student learning, service, responsiveness, innovation, diversity, and stewardship. As part of this team, you will guide students to do more than change their own lives – you will help change the lives of every patient they care for throughout their career. At American Career College, you will have the opportunity to share your expertise and passion with the next generation of nurses.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering instruction according to an approved course syllabus using accepted and effective teaching methods; developing daily lesson plans; advising and tutoring students; maintaining current and accurate attendance and grade records; remaining current in applicable program teaching field; participating in faculty meetings, instructional seminars, and in‑service training sessions.
• Serving as an educator, role model, mentor, and facilitator.
• Focusing extensively on facilitating student learning associated with prescribed course and program learning outcomes.
• Actively and substantively participating in assessment of student learning activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is necessary to meet prescribed outcomes.

Your Experience Includes:

• 3 years of occupational experience in the subject field or a closely related field.
• Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by:

1. one (1) year’s continuous, full‑time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area;
2. one (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.

OR

• Completion of at least one (1) year’s experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post‑baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing.
• Must demonstrate training in educational methods, testing and evaluation and evidence strength in instructional methodology, delivery and techniques as indicated by evaluation by supervisory personnel within 30 days of beginning instruction.
• Working with online learning management systems to further engage the student learning process desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products as needed.

Education:

• A minimum of a master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes coursework in nursing, education or administration degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency that is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education which includes coursework in nursing or in natural, behavioral or social sciences relevance to nursing practice.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in Texas required.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation card.

Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at American Career College.

For more than 40 years American Career College has had the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare—guiding them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student‑centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus‑driven culture that is solution‑oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.

American Career College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.