Faculty Development Specialist - Dallas Campus Job Richardson area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

You Can Change the Life of One to Care for the Lives of Many!

At Galen College of Nursing, we educate and empower nurses to change lives. Since 1989, we’ve dedicated our work to delivering high‑quality nursing education with a student‑first mindset. As one of the largest private nursing colleges in the country, we combine the support of a close‑knit learning environment with the strength of a nationally recognized institution, HCA Healthcare.

That same passion for excellence in the classroom extends to our offices. At Galen, you’ll find a culture deeply rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving the future of healthcare. Your work directly touches the next generation of nurses, and your contributions help our students pursue their dream of a compassionate career.

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a difference, grow professionally, and be part of a caring team, we’d love for you to apply for the Faculty Development Specialist position today!

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Position Overview:

As a Faculty Development Specialist at Galen College of Nursing, you will be responsible for enhancing teaching effectiveness using a scholarly and supportive approach to develop educators at Galen College of Nursing. This position plays a vital role in providing local and institutional faculty development support.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct regular observations of faculty teaching across delivery modalities (ground, virtual, and asynchronous), offering constructive guidance and actionable feedback to support teaching growth and effectiveness.

Develop and advance faculty members’ instructional performance through targeted coaching, mentorship, and implementation of teaching best practices.

In conjunction with and under the guidance of the Associate Directors of Faculty Development, develop assessment tools, analyze data, present findings, and make evidence‑based recommendations to support faculty development initiatives.

Monitor and help facilitate faculty development courses offered through the Teaching and Learning Academy (TLA).

Collaborate with Associate Directors of Faculty Development to design and deliver workshops, trainings, learning communities, and resources aimed at building instructional capacity.

Disseminate relevant literature and research related to adult learning, teaching strategies, and educational technologies to enhance curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

Provide instructional coaching and support, leveraging tools and strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of TLA courses with a focus on evidence‑based instructional practices.

Coordinate and support campus‑based and college‑wide faculty development opportunities and events.

Build collaborative relationships with campus faculty and leadership to align development efforts with instructional needs.

Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education: Master’s degree in Education, Nursing Education, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Special

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1-2 years of full‑time teaching experience; demonstrated experience in faculty mentoring, coaching, or professional development. Must exhibit flexibility, initiative, and strong interpersonal skills. Experience with Canvas or similar learning management systems required.
Degree of Supervision:
Minimal

Other:

Strong knowledge of effective teaching practices across modalities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to provide meaningful instructional feedback
Organizational and analytical abilities
Comfort with educational technology and willingness to learn new tools
Presence on campus required to support faculty development efforts locally

Benefits

At Galen College of Nursing, we want to ensure your needs are met. We offer a comprehensive package of medical, dental, and vision plans, tuition discounts, along with unique benefits, including:

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free…


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