Adjunct Faculty - Lab Instructor

Best Care•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist College (NMC) is seeking an Adjunct Faculty - Lab Instructor to provide effective student instruction and meet course objectives. NMC is an accredited, private, not-for-profit nursing and healthcare college located in Omaha, Nebraska, established in 1891. With over 1,100 students, NMC offers undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in nursing and allied health, fostering a holistic culture of caring and preparing students for impactful contributions to society through service-learning, community-based education, and leadership development. The college is part of the Nebraska Methodist Health System, emphasizing a culture of "The Meaning of Care" focused on exceptional patient and employee experiences. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required.
Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications.
Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles.
Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services.
Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values.
Where appropriate, Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College.

Nice To Haves

Master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred.
One or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate effective instructional methodology.
Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions.
Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning.
Integrity, open-mindedness and objectivity in presenting material.
Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
Systematic assessment of student learning.
Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional development.
Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness.
Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills.
Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration.
Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner.
Supports College strategic initiatives.
Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior.
Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate.
Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable).