Professor - LVN

North Central Texas College; Gainesville (TX); On-site; USD 38,968 - 47,627; Part time

Job summary

North Central Texas College seeks a Professor - LVN in the Vocational Nursing department. The role includes teaching, advising, and service duties across campuses. A Texas nursing license is required to practice, with a focus on student success and program outcomes.

Responsibilities include maintaining rigor, developing assessments, and participating in committees and professional development. Salary starts at $43,298 for a 9-month contract plus extension potential, with residence in Texas

Qualifications

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exhibition of respect and professionalism in a spirit of collegiality.
• Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.

Responsibilities

• Treats students and colleagues with respect.
• Active involvement in institutional effectiveness and student outcomes.
• Focuses teaching and outreach on student success.
• Meets class as scheduled and manages records, office hours, and timely communications.
• Develops tests, projects, and evaluations and uses student feedback for improvement.
• Participates in departmental meetings, college committees, and in-service activities.
• Advises students on class scheduling and career planning.
• Maintains current knowledge in the subject area and participates in professional development.

Skills

Clear communication

Basic computer skills

Professionalism

Learning environment

Education

Texas nursing license

Job description

Title

Professor - LVN

Department

Vocational Nursing

Job Summary

This position carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of North Central Texas College in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment while embracing positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to our students and employees.

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of course and program objectives and to contribute to the overall educational environment of the college and community and to provide related services such as academic advising, committee participation, professional development, community development as well as other service support that is needed in the fulfillment of the North Central Texas College’s Mission.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Treats students and colleagues with respect.
• Active involvement in issues of institutional effectiveness including student learning outcomes, program level outcomes, and marketable skill achievement.
• Focuses teaching and outreach efforts on student success.
• Administrative Responsibilities: 1) Meets class as scheduled. 2) Follows departmental policy for class cancellations. 3) Starts and ends class consistently on time. 4) Maintains appropriate records of grades/attendance and submits required reports to the Division Chair and Registrar on time. 5) Posts office hours and is available to students during that time. 6) Makes an appropriate syllabus available to students and Division Chair in a timely manner. 7) Is well organized and prepared for each class.
• Instructional Responsibilities: 1) Maintains college level rigor and requires a high level of academic excellence from students. 2) Uses an appropriate variety of instructional methods to enhance learning. 3) Develops appropriate tests, projects and/or other evaluation activities for courses taught. 4) Considers Student Course Evaluations in the improvement of instruction. 5) Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with students. 6) Provides appropriate feedback on student assignments. 7) Encourages an atmosphere in which students may ask questions, offer opinions, and express ideas.
• Institutional Responsibilities: 1) Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with colleagues and other college personnel. 2) Participates in departmental meetings and activities. 3) Serves on college committees. 4) Attends and participates in college in-service, workshops, and activities.
• Professional Responsibilities: 1) Keeps abreast of developments in the subject area and in instructional techniques. 2) Participates in professional development activities. 3) Shares ideas and materials related to the teaching field and/or pedagogy with colleagues. 4) Participates in Peer Classroom Observation Program.
• Academic Advising Responsibilities: 1) Advises students regarding class scheduling, degree planning, and gives appropriate career advising. 2) Posts and maintains scheduled office hours.
• Other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change based on the needs of the department and the institution.

Required Education

Must be approved by Board of Nurse Examiners of Texas and present an unencumbered nursing license (current) to practice in Texas.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Exhibition of respect and professionalism in a spirit of collegiality.
• Ability to promote an effective environment for learning in lecture and lab experiences.

Preferred Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of online delivery methods, principles and techniques.

Required Experience

Three or more years of current clinical experience in an acute care and/or Medical-Surgical Nursing environment. Three previous years of varied nursing experience.

Preferred Experience

Past experience either teaching in community college ADN Nursing program and/or as a clinical instructor preferred.

Location

All Campuses

EEO Statement

North Central Texas College (“NCTC”) is an equal opportunity employer. NCTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, disability, age, genetics, equal pay, or any other legally protected characteristic. NCTC prohibits harassment on the basis of a legally protected characteristic and/or retaliation for reporting a complaint.

Application Requirements

Subject to criminal background check. Employees must reside in Texas or Oklahoma. Resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript required. Salary starts at $43,298 and can be commensurate with education and experience. This is a 9 month contract plus a 10 week extension paid out over 12 months.