(Part-time) Nurse Assistant Instructor

Shasta College; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 81,540 - 115,993; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California seeks a part-time Nurse Assistant Instructor. The role involves teaching classes, developing course content, and assessing student outcomes while engaging with a diverse student population. Applicants need a bachelor's degree or an associate degree with extensive professional experience, along with a valid California nursing license. This position offers flexible teaching modalities and a supportive environment for continuous improvement in instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience or an associate degree with six years.
• Current California Registered Nurse License required.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of staff and students essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes and labs as assigned, maintaining course integrity.
• Develop syllabi and deliver course content effectively.
• Assess and provide feedback on student performance.

Skills

Effective communication

Teaching in diverse environments

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Education

Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience

Current Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse License in California

Job description

Overview

(Part-time) Nurse Assistant Instructor

Salary: See Position Description
Location: Shasta College - Health Sciences - Downtown Redding, CA
Job Type: Part-Time Temporary Faculty
Department: Instruction
Job Number: 2022-00544
Closing: Continuous

Description

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Community College District is a collaborative and inclusive organization that strives for equity and equal opportunity and that serves a diverse student population. Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the part-time college instructor to teach classes, and to participate in processes that will result in continuous improvement of instruction and programs, student success and completion, and advancement of the vision, mission, and values of Shasta College.

All Temporary Part-time Instructors are compensated a salaried flat rate ranging from $59.19 to $84.20 per clock hour taught each semester in accordance with the terms of the collective bargaining agreement between Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District and Shasta College Faculty Association/CTA/NEA.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis beginning on February 27, 2026, however the position will remain open until filled by qualified candidates.

Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate that they are broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline. In addition, successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population;
• Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals;
• Ability to design and deliver courses, including those offered in different modalities (e.g., in-person, online, hybrid);
• Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency;
• Ability to assess student learning outcomes;
• Knowledge of and willingness to explore new technologies and teaching practices that would benefit students and programs;
• Experience that indicates a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical and learning disabilities;
• Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission.

Specific Responsibilities

Responsibilities designated below are primary to the instructor role.

• Classroom Responsibilities:
• Meet classes/laboratories as assigned within the academic calendar and/or during intersessions and summer sessions.
• Develop and implement instruction for each class and laboratory period, consistent with the official course outline and District guidelines.
• For online and hybrid courses, maintain online course components, including asynchronous or synchronous content delivery, as required by the teaching assignment.
• For online and hybrid courses, provide regular student-student and student-instructor contact.
• During the first week of class, develop and distribute a syllabus for each course to communicate to students the course description, objectives, grading, testing, attendance, and other requirements, in accordance with District guidelines on syllabus content.
• Provide regular, timely feedback to students; return all graded work in a timely fashion.
• Assign final grades for courses as required by District policy, administrative procedures, California Education Code, and Title 5.
• Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws.
• Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner and with consideration of cost to the student.
• Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate.
• Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructor's load.
• Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.
• Participate in professional development to remain current in the assigned discipline.
• Submit required administrative paperwork, including student learning outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Discipline-specific classroom responsibilities as assigned.
• Additional Responsibilities:
• Participate in the evaluation process as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement.
• Continue to develop professional skills and remain current in subject matter knowledge.
• Keep and submit official records required by District policy and administrative procedures.
• Abide by District policies concerning District property and safety.
• Report absences due to illness or for personal necessity to the supervising administrator.
• Recommend purchases of instructional supplies and equipment as needed.
• Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement.
• Other Activities: Part-time faculty are encouraged to engage in the following activities, but these are not required. Some of these activities may be eligible for flex pay or stipends.
• Schedule and maintain office hour days and times and ensure that they are clearly communicated to announce to students in all classes and to division staff, and maintain office hours.
• Participate in the process of participatory governance through District participatory, ad hoc, or advisory committees.
• Participate in the curriculum review process within established cycles; develop new courses in response to student or community needs.
• Participate in program review and annual planning within established cycles.
• Attend and participate in department and division meetings.
• Assess learning outcomes and participate in learning outcomes processes.
• Participate in required professional development activities that result in improved pedagogy leading to student success and completion.

Experience/Education

Education Required:

• Any bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience OR any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR the equivalent
• Must have current Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse License in California

Experience Required:

• Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities.

Additional Information

Equivalency: The state of California has established minimum qualifications for academic positions in California Community Colleges. Applicants who do not meet the minimum education requirement may be considered if they demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities conferred in the degree program through education and experience. The district encourages equivalency applications and provides information on standards for determining equivalency. For details, refer to the Equivalency process described by Shasta College and the related guidelines. Questions may be directed to the Shasta College Human Resources Department.