Pediatric Practical Nursing Instructor (Part time​/Adjunct) - Woodhaven, MI

Pediatric Instructor – Practical Nurse

Department:
Education

Supervisory:
No reports to Director of Nursing

The Pediatric Instructor performs as the expert and is entrusted with imparting the knowledge and skills each student needs to be successful by providing quality delivery of assigned courses while ensuring that all students become competent in the course objectives. Instructors evaluate and resolve student questions, issues and problems, and ensure appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, Dorsey College, and/or regulatory agencies in compliance with policy, procedures, and legal requirements.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver quality classroom instruction in lecture, clinical, and/or laboratory format based on the approved course outline by selecting and utilizing a variety of approved course materials and teaching methods that address all learning modalities to ensure that the needs of individual students in the program are met.
• Assess student learning using appropriate methods and demonstrate effectiveness with strong outcomes in student retention, success, and attendance, as measured by the faculty development program.
• Conduct engaging classroom lectures and/or lab sessions based on the course outline, motivating students by demonstrating sensitivity for concerns and actively involving them in discussions and activities.
• Advise students on attendance, grades, and issues throughout the module and mid‑term to ensure successful completion of their course.
• Contact absentee students by text, email, and/or phone as needed to improve retention.
• Manage classroom environment through compliance with campus policies including classroom management, attendance, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Ensure instructor preparedness before class by listing required information on the white board: instructor name and contact information, date, class name, day’s objectives, and next session objectives.
• Monitor and prepare supplies and equipment to ensure readiness prior to class, informing appropriate campus personnel when attention is required.
• Participate in faculty, staff, committee, and in‑service meetings; attendance at commencement is strongly encouraged.
• Demonstrate professional growth in the subject through membership and participation in professional organizations, continuing education, related business experience, educational research, and awareness of current practices and standards.
• Attend seminars, conventions, field visits, vendor shows, and equipment exhibits to gain enrichment.
• Actively support other departments such as Financial Aid, Admissions, and Career Services.
• Ensure all educational activity is conducted in a legal and ethical manner, following guidelines of the Faculty Development Program or other criteria such as success rate, retention rate, student attendance rate, student evaluations, and final exam pass rates.
• Maintain employer relationships by at least annual contacts with employers; visits can be virtual via Zoom or telephone. Documented visits will be completed on the Liaison Form.
• Facilitate all courses included in the curriculum if the Pediatric instructor is unavailable and/or when necessary; except Obstetrics, unless experienced.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and active listening.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work well under pressure.
• Multitasking, prioritization, resourcefulness, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures and support the Director of Nursing, Managing Director, and campus needs.
• Positive attitude toward school activities.
• Proficiency with basic office equipment, computers, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Current, unencumbered Michigan licensure as a registered nurse (RN). Experience in pediatrics is required, such as a pediatric unit background or care of pediatric‑aged children as a nurse practitioner (NP) or a comparable position.
• Minimum master’s degree in nursing science (BSN). An associate degree in nursing (ADN) who is actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) is qualified to teach in the Practical…