Nursing Clinical Instructor

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The instructor position plays a critical role in the teaching and learning process, ensuring that students achieve mastery of course, program, and institutional learning outcomes. The instructor is responsible for preparing and delivering high-quality instruction, engaging in program improvement processes, and participating in various institutional and student affairs initiatives. This position requires a proactive and dedicated approach to student success, including fostering a positive and supportive learning environment, utilizing diverse teaching methodologies, and collaborating with colleagues to ensure ongoing program and student development.

Starting pay range: $90,000 - $96,000 annually.

• Instruction and Curriculum Delivery:
  • Prepares lessons and course materials in accordance with the college's curriculum, using appropriate teaching methods and resources.
  • Adheres to course syllabi, ensuring alignment with program goals and accreditation requirements.
  • Delivers instruction to students through dynamic and varied instructional techniques to support various learning styles.
  • Maintains a positive, inclusive, and professional classroom environment that fosters student engagement and success.
• Student Support and Success:
  • Maintains regular and open communication with students regarding their progress, attendance, and performance, ensuring timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
  • Provides proactive academic advising, tutoring, and office hours to assist students with course material, assignments, and career development.
  • Participates in student affairs activities such as new student orientation, student clubs, and career services events to support overall student engagement and success.
• Assessment and Program Improvement:
  • Regularly assesses student learning outcomes; implements strategies to enhance student performance and course effectiveness.
  • Utilizes student achievement and learning data to contribute to program improvement processes, including program review, assessment, and evaluation.
  • Stays current with industry trends and academic best practices.
• Collaboration and Faculty Development:
  • Participates in departmental meetings, industry advisory boards, and faculty development activities to contribute to continuous improvement efforts and program growth.
  • Collaborates with colleagues across departments to support student success, retention, and achievement of program outcomes.
  • Mentors and supports new faculty members to ensure successful integration into the institution.
• Compliance and Accreditation:
  • Adheres to institutional, accreditation, and regulatory standards; ensures that all program components comply with these requirements.
  • Documents grades, attendance, student advising, and other required information in a timely manner, using the institution's designated software systems.
  • Participates in programmatic and institutional assessments to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and continuous quality improvement.
• Other Duties:
  • Ensures relevance of instructional materials; utilizes appropriate processes to facilitate improvements as dictated by academic, industry, or regulatory standards.
  • Ensures classroom and lab equipment is available and in good working condition; utilizes appropriate processes to facilitate repair and maintenance in a timely manner.
  • Fulfills additional responsibilities as assigned by the Program Director, Academic Dean, or Campus Director/President.

• Integrity & Ethics:
  Demonstrates personal integrity and ethical conduct; upholds organizational values, fosters trust, and serves as a role model for students.
• Professionalism:
  Maintains a positive, respectful, and professional demeanor in all interactions with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Adaptability:
  Responds to changes in teaching strategies, course content, and institutional priorities with flexibility and a willingness to learn.
• Communication:
  Communicates clearly and effectively with students, faculty, and staff, tailoring communication to the needs of diverse audiences.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works effectively with colleagues and industry partners to achieve institutional goals and improve program offerings.

• Instructional
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrates confidence, preparation, and effectiveness in delivering instruction in both small and large group settings. Utilizes a variety of teaching methods to engage and support student learning.
• Student Success Focus:
  Puts students’ needs first, responding promptly to their inquiries and ensuring they have the resources necessary to succeed academically.
• Technical Job
  
  Skills:
  
  Possesses the knowledge and skills to competently teach course content and manage classroom technology.
• Relationship Building/Networking:
  Builds positive relationships with students, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance the…