Vocational Nursing Instructor

Shasta College / Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plans (403(b) and 457)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Shasta College invites applications for a full-time college instructor to teach and lead the LVN program. The role emphasizes student success, instructional excellence, and program planning within a diverse campus community.

The candidate will serve as the LVN program director, oversee curriculum, and participate in ongoing professional development, ensuring alignment with BVNPT requirements and district priorities.

Qualifications

• CA RN license with either a Master's in nursing or a Master's in progress plus teaching/clinical supervision or equivalent.
• Three years of RN education or administration experience acceptable in lieu of full teaching experience.
• Must complete BVNPT approvals: adult learner, curriculum, and leadership courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes and contribute to program development to improve instruction and student success.
• Serve as program director for Licensed Vocational Nursing and align with district mission.
• Collaborate to advance equity and quality within the nursing education program.

Skills

Nursing

Teaching/clinical supervision

Curriculum leadership

Communication

Education

CA RN license

Master's degree in nursing

Master's degree in progress

Job description

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000. The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average 393,000 vs. California state average of 770,000).

Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities. The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities.

Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population. Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success.

Teaching in the California Community College system offers a unique opportunity to empower students to improve their lives and communities. Our faculty engage with a diverse student population, facilitating equitable outcomes for all students seeking enrichment through our academic programs. As a faculty member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career in teaching at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience.

DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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 full-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.

In addition to instructional duties, this position will also serve as the program director for Licensed Vocational Nursing.

CLASSIFICATION:

Placement on the current Faculty Salary Schedule is commensurate with previous education and experience.

• Full-time instructional faculty are contracted to work 175 days per year including 164 days of classroom instruction and 11 days of professional growth and development. Instructors enjoy up to 18 weeks off per year during the summer and winter intercessions. The Fall and Spring semesters each contain 17 weeks of instruction with approximately 82 instructional days. The Fall semester begins in late August and ends in mid-December. The Spring semester begins in mid-January and ends in mid-May. The number of hours worked in any given day during a semester will vary based on course schedules. The District's academic calendars, showing the start and end dates of each semester and District holidays are available at: https://www.shastacollege.edu/academics/academic-calendars/

START DATE:

This position is anticipated to start the beginning of the Spring 2027 semester.

May be expected to teach online.

BENEFITS:

Holiday and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pre-tax basis and an employee assistance program (EAP). Employees have the option to contribute to:

• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans
• Section 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts

In addition, employees have the option to purchase:

• Disability Income Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Accident Only Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance

For more information regarding Employment and Benefits Policies, please view the Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement at: https://www.shastacollege.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-agreements/

Experience/Education

Education/Experience Required:

• Registered nurse in the state of California with Master's degree OR Master's degree in progress with minimum of 2 years of nursing experience AND one of the following:
  • One year of teaching or clinical supervision (or a combination of both) for RN or LVN program
  • Or three years of education experience as an RN
  • Or three years of administration experience as an RN
• Must complete the following for approval by the BVNPT:
  • Completion of the online adult learner's course
  • Completion of approved curriculum course
  • Completion of approved leadership/administration course

To be considered a candidate for a Faculty position, the applicant must submit ALL of the following materials:

• Online Application with the following materials attached:
• Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcement
• Current resume and/or placement file
• College transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application)

Attention Applicants:

• After application has been submitted, all application materials will be screened.
• Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered.
• Candidate evaluations will not be considered.
• Reference letters from any member of the Hiring Committee or Board Members will not be considered.
• Interviews will be by invitation only.
• Interviews may be by Zoom.
• The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses.