Adjunct Faculty - Human Nutrition

Arizona College of Nursing•Greenville, SC

About The Position

Arizona College of Nursing is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach Human Nutrition. Under the supervision of the Dean of General Education, the instructor provides learning experiences in the classroom, online, and/or in the lab. Teaching methods may include lectures and demonstrations, supplemented by audiovisual and technological aids. The instructor evaluates student achievement and follows an established curriculum and syllabus while maintaining student engagement and a positive learning environment. The role includes setting and communicating clear objectives for learning activities, meeting course and school-wide student performance goals, managing student behavior, evaluating student performance, and identifying and referring students at risk of not succeeding to the Student Success Coordinator. The instructor also provides student advisement, academic counseling, tutoring, and mentoring as needed; grades tests and projects; maintains grade books and attendance records; administers assessments; participates in professional development and academic committees; and performs other assigned duties.

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.
For positions in Georgia, Ohio, Texas, or 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 verbally and in writing in English.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of work experience as an educator.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in the classroom, online, and/or in the lab using varied teaching methods and audiovisual or technological aids.
Follow the established curriculum and syllabus while keeping students engaged.
Create a positive learning climate and establish 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 students at risk of not succeeding and refer them to the Student Success Coordinator.
Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling, including tutoring and mentoring when 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 ongoing 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 focused on enriching programs and student experiences.
Perform other duties as assigned.