Adjunct Instructor, Nursing - For Credit Only

Tarrant County College District•Fort Worth, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Adjunct instructors report to the campus department instructional leader and support students’ learning by using appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies. The role contributes directly to student success by preparing and delivering instruction according to the College Master Syllabus, assessing learning, and supporting student progress. Assignments may be in Dual Credit, on-campus, online, or Weekend College modalities and may be at other sites, including locations offering dual-credit courses. Work hours vary based on the course schedule, and the position is not eligible for remote work. This is a pooled posting for part-time adjunct faculty assignments. Hiring supervisors review applications and make hiring decisions as assignments become available. The position is based in the TR Nursing department at the Trinity River Campus.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Nursing; or a master’s degree or higher in another discipline, a bachelor’s degree in Nursing, and at least six graduate semester hours in Nursing.
Current Texas RN license.
Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association.
At least three years of clinical nursing experience in a non-teaching role.
Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment and independently take initiative.
Ability to think critically, solve problems, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment with varied and unpredictable demands.
Proficiency with computer applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of the teaching discipline and how students learn; ability to adapt to student learning needs.
Ability to use student-centered integrative learning strategies, promote positive expectations, and incorporate technology and pedagogical innovation.
Ability to assess student learning and self-learning, evaluate and revise curriculum, and develop relevant class content.
Ability to develop effective classroom management processes and strategies.
Experience mentoring students, collaborating with and mentoring peers, and serving the institution, profession, and community.
Willingness to participate in professional development and continue educational attainment.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience teaching a class or facilitating training.
At least one year of teaching experience using active learning techniques, service learning, and innovative technology.
At least one year of teaching experience in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs.
At least one year of online teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Accept and teach classes in assigned schedules and modalities, including Dual Credit, on-campus, online, or Weekend College.
Accommodate student needs and external stakeholders’ expectations of the College.
Prepare and deliver instruction using the College Master Syllabus and approved learning management system.
Communicate regularly with students and college officials, including responding to emails, calls, and meeting requests.
Pursue activities independently to enhance subject-matter expertise, instructional skills, and knowledge of learning.
Prepare assignments and assessments that support achievement of learning outcomes.
Design and maintain an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success.
Maintain weekly student attendance records and certify enrollments by the established deadline.
Evaluate student performance and learning in accordance with discipline and department standards.
Provide timely evaluation feedback, post grades in the learning management system weekly, and submit final grades by the established deadline.
Assign grades consistent with course requirements.
Support assessment of student and program learning outcomes and institutional performance measures.
Accept assignments at other sites as necessary, including for dual-credit courses.
Support the College’s mission, values, goals, and principles.
Complete required TCC training and professional development sessions.
Attend the workplace regularly and follow a work schedule that meets worksite demands.
Follow College policies, procedures, and applicable safety procedures.
Perform other related tasks as required.