Adjunct Faculty - Oral Communication

Job Details

Job Location:

MFSON NCI - Las Vegas, NV 89119
Position Type:
Part-Time
Education Level: Bachelor's

Travel Percentage :
None

Job Shift: Any
Job Category:
Education

Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing, North-West College, Glendale Career College and Nevada Career Institute. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 60 years.

Our everyday mission is to educate students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.

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6 hours per week

The Adjunct Faculty – Oral Communication Instructor teaches communication courses that support the general education and professional competency requirements of the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program. The instructor focuses on developing students’ oral, interpersonal, and professional communication skills essential for safe and effective nursing practice. Instruction aligns with institutional policies, California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) standards, and accreditation requirements.

• Teach Oral Communication courses (e.g., interpersonal communication, public speaking, or professional communication) in accordance with approved curriculum and learning outcomes.
• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction through lectures, presentations, group discussions, and interactive activities.
• Emphasize communication skills relevant to nursing practice, including:
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Patient and family education
  • Interdisciplinary team communication
  • Conflict resolution and cultural competence
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and evaluation tools in alignment with institutional guidelines.
• Assess student performance fairly and consistently; provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress in compliance with college policies.
• Utilize instructional technology and the learning management system (LMS) for course delivery and communication.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment that supports diverse learners and promotes professionalism.
• Provide academic support to students through office hours or scheduled assistance.
• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum development, and professional development activities as assigned.
• Uphold academic integrity and adhere to all institutional, regulatory, and accreditation standards.

• Strong knowledge of communication theory and practice, including interpersonal, group, and public communication.
• Ability to relate communication concepts to healthcare and nursing environments.
• Effective classroom management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to engage and support a diverse student population.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and academic excellence.

• Master’s degree in communication, Speech, Rhetoric, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution, OR
• Master’s degree in another discipline with at least 18 graduate semester units in Communication or a related field.

Success Education Colleges is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer