Instructor, CC

Description

Position Number: 0086858

Hiring Unit:
Hawaii Community College

Date Posted:
November 7, 2025

Closing Date:
Continuous Recruitment until needs are met; first review of applications may begin on or about November 25, 2025

Salary Information:
Pay commensurate with education and experience

Monthly Type: 11 Month

Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time

Temporary/Permanent:
Permanent

Other

Conditions:

General funds, to begin approximately January 2026, pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements. This assignment may include teaching on- and off-campus, day or evening classes, weekend classes, and distance education assignments using multiple teaching methodologies; and travel between Hilo, West Hawaii, and other off-site locations. Position may be converted from 11 to 9 months or 9 to 11 months based on operational needs.

• Under general supervision, coordinate the Nursing Learning Resource Center (NRLC) in Hilo including maintaining inventory and develop, organize and teach courses as assigned.
• Assist with repair, maintenance and purchasing of equipment, supplies and learning resources.
• Assure compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Coordinate with clinical sites regarding entry requirements; communicate requirements to faculty and students; collect, track and submit health clearances and any other compliance documentation to clinical partners.
• Work closely with faculty to instruct students through supervision of skills practice, high fidelity patient simulations, computer mediated instruction, and presentations.
• Support nursing students’ needs such as tutoring and skills based practice.
• Track NRLC usage and obtain student feedback.
• Assist with student recruitment and related work as assigned.
• Related work activities include, but are not limited to:
  • Maintain office hours, in person, for academic advising of students.
  • Assist in campus-related student activities.
  • Participate in department, college and community services including but not limited to committee and recruitment activities as appropriate.
• Prepare, revise and assess course objectives and student learning outcomes at the course, program, and college levels.
• Develop and maintain a program of professional self‑development activities.
• Assist with/participate in campus related activities and in‑service training.
• Engage in public service and professional/scholarly activities related to the profession.
• Demonstrate commitment to community college mission.
• Maintain current certifications if applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree in Nursing with at least one (1) year of hospital experience in their area(s) of teaching responsibility. (Preferably this experience will have been gained within the last five (5) years of date of application.)
• Registered nurse eligible for Hawai’i State License. License required by effective date of employment.
• If qualified applicants are not available, others will be considered on an acting instructor basis.
• Education in curriculum development, evaluation, or teaching methods, or related experience in the above.
• Evidence of successful teaching of nursing in a college setting.
• Demonstrated ability to work with community college students.
• Ability to employ critical thinking as part of the learning experience.
• Experience with patient simulations.
• Experience with computer mediated instruction.
• Clinical currency in area of expertise.
• Demonstrated commitment and/or experience supporting the success of students.

To apply, complete an application and attach the required documents (do not redact SSN or date of birth on all uploaded documents).

• Cover letter outlining how you meet minimum and desirable qualifications.
• Names and contact information of three professional references.
• Resume.
• A copy of your academic transcript(s) appropriate to the position; must be attached to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts acceptable; copies of diplomas will not be accepted).
• Official transcripts required at time of hire.
• Transcripts issued outside the United States must include a course‑by‑course analysis with an equivalency…