Part-Time Nursing Instructor | Shape Future Healthcare

College of the Desert; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

College of the Desert seeks an adjunct instructor to participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that support student growth and the college’s mission. Courses may be held at the Palm Desert Campus or other district sites and scheduled day, evening, or weekend.

The role includes developing syllabi, delivering instruction, evaluating student progress, and adhering to district policies. Evening/online options may be available.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing and a California Public Health Nurse certificate; OR Bachelor’s degree in nursing, a California Public Health Nurse certificate, and a master’s degree in health education, sociology, psychology, counseling, health care administration, public health or community health.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
• Valid California Registered Nurse License.

Responsibilities

• Meet classes/lab on day and times assigned
• Develop and implement instruction for each class/lab period which is consistent with the official course outline
• Develop and distribute the first week of class, a written syllabus for each course to communicate to students course objectives, grading criteria, and classroom policies
• Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws
• Ensure course textbooks and instructional materials are made available to students in a timely manner
• Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate
• Supervise student in off-campus activities when participation is part of the instructor’s load
• Evaluate students’ progress toward meeting course objectives; advise the students of course objectives, methods of evaluation and the results of the evaluation
• Return assignments and examination results in a timely fashion
• Assign grades to students in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by Ed Code and Title V regulations for the State of California
• Submit grade report forms and other reporting forms, including but not limited to census, progress reports, attendance records, and proctoring forms, in a timely and accurate manner
• Abide by department regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment
• Advise Supervisor of unsafe conditions or potential hazards and recommend solutions
• Fulfill all obligations as established in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Keep official records required by District policy and administrative procedures and submit them in accordance with college procedures
• All optional duties are on a voluntary basis, but some may have compensation attached per the Collective Bargaining Agreement

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in nursing and California Public Health Nurse certificate and a master’s degree in health education, sociology, psychology, counseling, health care administration, public health or community health

Job description

College of the Desert seeks an adjunct instructor to participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs that support student growth and the college’s mission. Courses may be held at the Palm Desert Campus or other district sites and scheduled day, evening, or weekend.

The role includes developing syllabi, delivering instruction, evaluating student progress, and adhering to district policies. Evening/online options may be available.