Adjunct Faculty - Fundamentals of Biology

Arizona College of Nursing•Atlanta, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Arizona College of Nursing is a growing nursing and allied health educator focused on preparing students for careers in nursing and general healthcare and wellness. This position requires teaching on campus and in person. Under the supervision of the Dean of General Education, the adjunct instructor provides learning experiences in classrooms, online, and/or in labs, using varied teaching methods and audiovisual and technological aids. The instructor evaluates student achievement and supports student learning in accordance with the established curriculum and syllabus.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
At least 15 credit hours or equivalent in the assigned subject area.
In Georgia, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia, a master’s degree in the discipline or a master’s degree in any discipline with 18 semester credit hours of graduate coursework relevant to the discipline.
Two years of practical experience in the course content area with a related degree, or three years of practical experience if the degree is in an unrelated field.
Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of work experience as an educator.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in classroom, online, and/or laboratory settings using varied teaching methods, including lectures and demonstrations, and audiovisual and technological aids.
Keep students engaged while following the established curriculum and syllabus.
Create a positive educational climate and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Meet course and school-wide student performance goals.
Manage student behavior in classroom and online settings.
Observe and evaluate student performance.
Identify and refer students at risk of not succeeding to the Student Success Coordinator.
Provide student advisement and academic counseling through individual tutoring and mentoring as needed.
Grade tests and projects, maintain grade books, track attendance, and perform other administrative duties as needed.
Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and evaluate training effectiveness.
Participate in conferences, seminars, and training sessions, including two education in-services, one distance education in-service, and at least two professional development activities annually.
Provide input to and participate in academic committees intended to enrich programs and support students.
Perform other duties as assigned.