Assistant Professor

Rochester Regional Health

90d•$85,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Professor in Clinical Education develops, implements, and evaluates assigned programs of study. This role involves student selection, advising, curriculum development, program revisions, program evaluations, textbook selection, teaching in both classroom and clinical settings, and evaluating student achievement, all in alignment with the college's mission and values.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
Professional license applicable for program of study (e.g., RN, RT, Surgical Tech) required. License not required for non-clinical teaching.
Current healthcare American Heart Association Basic Life Support required for Nursing.

Nice To Haves

2 years of teaching experience
Certified Nurse Educator certification for nursing

Responsibilities

Provides leadership for all academic programs.
Works with the Program Coordinator and the Dean of Academics to facilitate appropriate program development, implementation, evaluation, and assessment.
Ensures systematic review of programs to maintain quality, current course content, best practices, and achievement of regulatory standards.
Performs other duties as assigned by the President, Program Coordinator, and/or the Dean of Academics.
Serves on committees as assigned/approved.
Reports to the relevant program coordinator.
Participates in interviewing and makes recommendations for hiring of faculty.
Arranges for coverage of classes during absences and emergency leaves.
Promotes rapport within the department, campus, and community.
Posts and keeps a minimum of three office hours per week for student assistance.
Maintains punctuality in meeting assigned classes and clinical responsibilities.
Models professional behavior and standards of practice.
Functions as a change agent and leader by promoting innovative practices in educational environments.
Participates in professional development opportunities.
Participates in a minimum of 23 continuing education hours per year.
Makes recommendations regarding equipment, software purchases, and equipment maintenance contracts.
Participates in the budget planning process.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
Participates in accreditation reviews and reports.
Participates in developing programs, evaluating and revising student policies, organizational framework, and curricular offerings.
Participates in recruitment, orientation, and coordination of students and faculty.
Participates in the orientation and advisement of students.
Attends and participates in at least one of the program committees.
Serves as a member of the assigned program Advisory Committee.
Participates in organization-wide committees when requested.
Serves as an advisor for students.
Provides guidance in students’ academic and personal development.
Develops remediation plans with students.
Schedules regular meetings with students who are at risk.
Assists students in identifying and utilizing resources.
Implements syllabi, including all course requirements and assignments.
Submits suggestions for changes in syllabi, course, or program.
Designs and implements new curriculum.
Participates in the evaluation of curriculum.
Ensures curricula reflects institutional philosophy, mission, current healthcare trends, and community needs.
Maintains control of the classroom.
Develops assigned course and clinical syllabi.
Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
Provides for opportunities for active student involvement.
Demonstrates a command of the subject matter.
Demonstrates considerations for diverse cultural backgrounds.
Models and encourages a collaborative faculty-student relationship.
Provides or utilizes course materials that enhance student learning.
Performs additional responsibilities for faculty performing clinical supervision.
Provides the evaluation of students in both didactic and clinical courses.
Participates in peer evaluations when requested.
Reviews student evaluation summaries and utilizes feedback for planning.
Participates in program planning in response to student/program evaluation feedback and employer satisfaction surveys.
Participates as assigned on program-specific advisory boards.
Participates in publicizing and disseminating information about the program.