Assistant Director of Simulation and Experiential Learning

Assistant Director of Simulation and Experiential Learning

Curry College, founded in 1879, is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton, Massachusetts. Curry is the only college in Massachusetts to guarantee students a job after graduation via The Curry Commitment program. The College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE) and offers 28 undergraduate majors, over 50 minors and concentrations, seven graduate programs, and an associate's degree.

The College boasts a wide array of co-curricular activities including 40+ student-run clubs and organizations and 19 NCAA Division III athletic teams.

The Curry College mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions.

Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.

The Assistant Director(s) of Simulation and Experiential Learning supports the Associate Director in the day-to-day operational, technical, and educational functions of the nursing simulation and experiential learning environments. This role focuses on coordinating simulation and skills lab activities, overseeing open lab operations, supporting faculty in simulation-based education (SBE), and ensuring a high-quality, efficient, and learner-centered simulation experience.

The Assistant Director works collaboratively with the Associate Director, faculty, and simulation operations personnel to implement simulation and experiential learning activities aligned with program outcomes and INACSL Standards of Best Practice.

We are seeking (2) candidates for this role. This position is a part-time staff position for 20-24 hours weekly and supports day and evening programming during the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Essential Functions:

1. Operations and Lab Oversight

• Supports daily simulation and skills lab operations under the direction of the Associate Director;
• Coordinates and oversees open lab sessions, including student access, supervision, and support for independent practice;
• Assists with:
  • Equipment sign-out and tracking;
  • Setup and breakdown of skills stations, lab competencies, and simulation scenarios;
  • Maintaining lab readiness for scheduled and unscheduled use;
• Monitors lab space utilization and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow;
• Ensures equipment safety, functionality, and readiness for use;
• Maintains organization and availability of supplies required for simulation and lab activities;
• Supports scheduling coordination for simulation and lab activities in collaboration with the Associate Director.

2. Simulation and Technical Support

• Equipment setup;
• Task trainers;
• Operates simulation equipment during learning activities, including:
  • Patient simulators;
  • Audio-visual and recording systems;
• Programs simulator scenarios based on faculty specifications;
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and ensures timely resolution to minimize disruption;
• Assists with maintenance, testing, and upkeep of simulation equipment and technology;
• Provides technical support to faculty, staff, and students in the use of simulation equipment and learning technologies.

3. Faculty and Student Support

• Serves as a primary resource during open lab and independent practice sessions;
• Supports faculty in the implementation of simulation and skills-based learning activities;
• Provides consultation to faculty on:
  • Simulation setup feasibility;
  • Equipment and resource needs;
  • Basic simulation design considerations;
• Assists in preparing students for simulation experiences by ensuring access to appropriate materials and equipment;
• Contributes to a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

4. Academic and Experiential Learning Support

• Supports the implementation of simulation and lab-based learning activities aligned with:
  • Program outcomes;
  • Professional nursing standards;
  • INACSL Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice;
• Assists in the collection of simulation-related evaluation data for:
  • Student learning…