Nursing Instructor

Ventura County Community College District; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ventura County Community College District is seeking two full-time tenure-track Nursing Instructors at Ventura College, beginning Spring 2027. Instructors provide comprehensive classroom instruction to diverse students to help them achieve academic or vocational goals.

Under the general direction of a dean, instructors may teach evenings or weekends and may have off-site assignments with consent. Minimum qualifications include a Master's in Nursing and a current CA RN license.

Qualifications

• Master's in Nursing (required).
• Current California RN License required.
• All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study and support services; refer to resources as appropriate.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback.
• Plan and organize instruction according to course outlines and student learning outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and progress; submit data on time.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials in collaboration with faculty; ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in curriculum development and update syllabi; assess learning outcomes.
• Revise course content according to new theory and industry developments.
• Attend committees and meetings; may provide work direction to others.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

Master's in Nursing

Job description

Description

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Under the general direction of a dean, an Instructor provides comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds for the purpose of facilitating the attainment of their academic or vocational objectives.

There are currently two full time, tenure-track positions at Ventura College that will begin during the Spring 2027 semester.

Please note that all academic employees of the District are scheduled depending upon staffing needs as defined within the terms of the VCCCD/AFT Agreement. Nontraditional assignments such as evening, weekend, or off-site assignments may be made with consent of faculty member, management or when special conditions exist on a campus as defined.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

Established in 1925, Ventura College was one of the first community colleges in California and currently has an enrollment of 14,500 students. Located approximately 60 miles north of Los Angeles and 30 miles south of Santa Barbara, the 112-acre campus is set in the rolling hills of Ventura – so close to the ocean that there is a clear view of the Channel Islands from several spots on campus.

More information can be found on the Ventura College website.

WHO WE ARE

The Ventura County Community College District (VCCCD) is a public community college district serving residents throughout Ventura County. VCCCD's three colleges - Moorpark College, Oxnard College, and Ventura College - offer programs for transfer to four-year colleges and universities; career technical training, basic skills instruction; as well as community service, economic development, and continuing education for cultural growth, life enrichment, and skills improvement.

The Ventura County Community College District recognizes that a diverse community of faculty, staff, and administrators promotes academic excellence and creates an inclusive educational and work environment for its employees, contractors, students, and the community it serves. With the understanding that a diverse community fosters multicultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides role models for all students, VCCCD is committed to recruiting and employing a diverse and qualified group of administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to the success of all college students.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, transgender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and/or physical or mental disability.

Representative Duties

• Provide academic instruction to students through lecture, lab, or performance courses; assess and develop cognitive abilities, communication skills, and higher order thinking skills among students through appropriate assignments and activities in one-on-one, classroom, and distance mediated instructional settings.
• Advise and instruct students regarding programs of study, other institutions of higher education, lifelong learning resources, and effective study skills; refer students to support services, programs, resources, and other professionals as appropriate.
• Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and student learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions, and examinations; provide feedback in a timely manner to student inquiries in class, online, or during established consultation office hours.
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and student learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with department, college, and district goals; implement the student performance objectives as listed on the official course outline of record.
• Maintain current, accurate records of course enrollment, attendance, student academic progress, course curriculum, and student learning outcomes; prepare and submit data and reports related to course and student progress in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software, and tools in collaboration, as appropriate, with discipline faculty; order instructional materials according to campus bookstore procedure to ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in curriculum and program development; update syllabi; collaborate with discipline faculty on a regular basis to assess and revise measurable student performance indicators for each course; may provide input into the development of student learning outcomes.
• Revise and update course content and materials of instruction in accordance with new theory, application, and industry developments within the discipline or area of specialization.
• Attend and participate on committees and in department, division, campus, and district meetings; may participate in articulation and matriculation related activities.
• May provide work direction to others.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

E = Essential duties.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications for the discipline as approved by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors and defined in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook.

• Master's in Nursing
• Current California RN License required
• Please download your licensure information from the California BRN website and attach to your electronic application.
• All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.
• If you have completed your education at an institution outside of the United States, please see the section below titled “Foreign Transcripts” for additional information.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS

A screening committee will review and screen all applications and associated materials. The candidates deemed most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the information provided.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

If you need assistance using the online application system please contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at [phone] between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant by the date and time specified on the job posting. Failure to submit these materials may result in disqualification.

ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

• A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application.
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Letters of recommendation (recommended, not required)
• Copy of current California RN License - Please upload a copy of the license.
• Complete official or unofficial college/university transcripts

Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. If the qualifying degree has yet to be conferred and you expect to have the degree before you begin employment, you must submit transcripts that state the title of the degree you are working toward obtaining and indicate the anticipated completion date in your response to the associated supplemental question provided during the application process. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired. Instructors will not be allowed to start working until official transcripts have been received.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS

If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. Please include a copy of the foreign transcript that was evaluated. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education to search for institutions that are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation. If applicable, an official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon hire.

PAY PHILOSOPHY

Annual salary is based on a ten month contract. Salary is commensurate with academic preparation and experience for placement on the salary schedule. Maximum advanced salary placement credit for prior experience is 7 steps on the fulltime academic salary schedule. Further advancements are based on longevity and educational growth. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your eligible dependents.

SALARY RANGE

$61,599 - $129,347

Starting Salary

$61,599 - $107,791

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals who are invited to participate in the interview process who require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, must notify the Ventura County Community College District Human Resources Department in writing at least two business days prior to the interview. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request in an email to [e-mail] and include an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

For more information about the recruitment process at VCCCD, including responses to Frequently Asked Questions, please visit our Academic Careers page.

Full-Time Faculty Benefits

Paid Holidays and Academic Breaks: Full-time contract faculty work under a negotiated 175-day academic calendar that includes District holidays, academic recess periods, and designated professional development (flex) days. The academic calendar includes seven flex days, including one mandatory fall orientation day and six self-assigned professional development days.

Health Benefits: The District contributes up to the full premium cost of the PPO 90C or Kaiser HMO plan (whichever is higher) toward eligible medical coverage for full-time contract faculty employees and their eligible dependents. Dental, vision, and group term life insurance benefits for eligible full-time contract faculty employees and their eligible dependents are also District provided.

Benefit providers available to eligible full-time contract faculty employees include:

• Medical: Anthem Blue Cross HMO and PPO Medical Plans, Kaiser Permanente HMO Medical Plans, and WABE (for eligible new hires)
• Dental: Delta Dental DHMO or PPO Plus Premium
• Vision: EyeMed PPO Vision Plan

Retirement: Faculty retirement benefits are provided through applicable California public retirement systems, including CalSTRS.

Paid Sick Leave: Full-time faculty members earn one (1) day of paid sick leave for each full academic month of paid contract service. Unused sick leave accumulates from year to year, subject to applicable exceptions.

Additional Leave Benefits: Faculty members may be eligible for bereavement leave, parental leave, jury duty leave, personal necessity leave, sabbatical leave, conference leave, and other negotiated leave benefits in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Learn More: For a full overview of employee benefits, visit the District's Benefits page: https://www.vcccd.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits.

01

What are your areas of specialization within the discipline?

02

Please provide the days and hours you are available to work.

03

Are you currently a Part Time Faculty member with Ventura County Community College District?

• Yes
• No

04

Please list your part-time faculty employment history with Ventura County Community College District or mark N/A if not applicable.

05

If you do not currently possess a qualifying degree but you are enrolled in a qualifying degree program, please provide the date by which you anticipate such a degree will be conferred or mark N/A if not applicable.

06

Are you seeking an online position only?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you available to teach face-to-face classes on campus?

• Yes
• No

08

Please review your application materials to ensure you have attached all of the required documents (listed below) to your application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Complete official or unofficial transcripts - Copies of diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred, or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications.
• Letters of Recommendation (recommended but not required) - If you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.
• Copy of current California RN License - Please upload a copy of the license.
• Foreign Degree Evaluation (if applicable) - Please also upload a copy of the foreign transcript that was evaluated with the foreign degree evaluation. Please also review the list of agencies that we accept the evaluations from.
• I have attached all the documents required. I understand that I will not be able to attach or submit additional documents after I submit my application and I may be disqualified from the process if I am missing any of the required documents.
• Required Question