Adjunct Faculty – Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College • South Bend, IN

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About The Position

Deliver nursing clinical courses as assigned. The adjunct faculty member creates a learning environment that helps students reach their goals and provides effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided by the school. The role includes student coaching and monitoring, engagement, and support for retention and successful program completion. Responsibilities are conducted in accordance with FERPA, applicable regulations, professional standards, and the college’s expectations for respect and promotion of diversity.

Requirements

• Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN).
• At least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse License.
• Meet faculty credentials outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
• Faculty with a bachelor's degree in nursing must have a written academic plan of study for completing a master's degree in nursing within one semester of initial appointment, provide documentation each semester showing progress toward the degree, and maintain documented progress for continued employment.
• The majority of faculty shall hold a master's degree in nursing; the majority of faculty must be full-time employees of the institution.

Nice To Haves

• Competency in teaching courses in the assigned area, demonstrated through classroom teaching experience.
• Strong writing and grammar skills.
• Ability to communicate concepts to students to support learning.
• Ability to organize tasks and establish skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide students with the syllabus and follow its content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Address student concerns and consult with the program chair to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes for contracted courses.
• Use classroom technology, including Canvas and PowerPoint, as appropriate.
• Notify the program chair in the event of an emergency.
• Conduct work with appreciation and respect for diversity of populations, views, and learning styles.
• Provide academic coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide interventions such as student communication, tutoring, other academic supports, and referrals to college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in ASOM 7.2.
• Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and successful program completion, including outreach by phone and electronic means.
• Perform other duties logically associated with the position as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to a vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources at no cost.
• Pre-tax or post-tax payroll contributions to retirement savings.
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree