Adjunct Assistant Professor - OB/Peds

Unitek Learning • Tempe, AZ

7d • Remote

About The Position

Unitek Learning is seeking Adjunct Faculty with specialty areas in OB, Pediatrics, and Mental Health to provide online course facilitation for pre-licensure Workforce Development Programs and/or BSN and MSN programs in CA, ID, UT, NM, AZ, NV, MI. The role involves instructing students using existing curriculum, continuously improving teaching methodologies, assisting with curriculum review and revision, evaluating student progress, and contributing to strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives. The faculty member will maintain student records, utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) for course delivery, provide student access for communication, and participate in professional development to maintain licensure and stay current with college updates. A commitment to teaching a diverse student body is essential. The role also includes serving as a subject matter expert for university and accreditation requirements, participating in committees, conducting weekly recorded synchronous sessions, holding office hours, and performing exam analysis. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Living OUTSIDE of the state of CA is required.
• California RN License preferred or Ability to obtain a current California RN License is required.
• Other RN licenses may be requested.
• Registered Nurse with current and unencumbered Registered Nurse licensure or eligible in all states where Workforce Development programs are established
• Registered Nurse with current and unencumbered licensure in California
• Eligible for approval by CA BRN as Instructor for Medical-Surgical, OB, Pediatrics, Mental Health, Community Health, or Geriatrics
• Master's Degree in Nursing required
• Able to meet the faculty requirements set by California's Board of Registered Nursing
• Experience which demonstrates: Current knowledge of nursing practice; ability to mentor students; effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous pre-licensure nursing online teaching experience required utilizing a Learning Management System (LMS)
• A documented background in educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not limited to: education theory and practice, current concepts relative to subjects taught; current clinical practice experience; distance education techniques and delivery.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products, especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and other MS office products as needed

Nice To Haves

• Terminal Degree in Nursing (DNP, EdD, PhD) preferred

Responsibilities

• Instruct students utilizing existing curriculum for assigned classes
• Make continuous efforts to improve quality of instruction by using different and innovative methodologies and/or teaching techniques
• Assist with reviewing and revising syllabi and instructional guidelines
• Regularly evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving curriculum and course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress
• Assist with strategic planning and assessment of instructional initiatives to ensure quality of program
• Maintain student records of attendance, grades, and assist with program data collection
• Utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) as the tool to deliver course content while maintaining relevance and currency
• Provide access to students for ongoing communication through scheduling of office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods
• Participate in professional development; maintain CE hours to ensure renewed licensure, and stay current with college updates
• Commitment to teaching and working with a multicultural and multigenerational student body
• Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for university and accreditation requirements/reporting
• Serve on curriculum and evaluation committee
• Conduct weekly recorded synchronous sessions for students via distance modality (Zoom, MS Teams, WebEx, etc.)
• Hold a minimum of four (4) office hours weekly
• Responsible for exam analysis and reviews for all exams within assigned course
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level