Associate Faculty - Nurse Practitioner Women's Health Management - Part Time Faculty (Virtual)

University of Phoenix • Phoenix, AZ

88d • $1,035 - $3,686 • Remote

About The Position

An Associate Faculty primarily instructs undergraduate and/or graduate courses in specific disciplines in accordance with University of Phoenix learning objectives and course outlines, engaging with students to drive academic rigor and student success. In addition to classroom instruction, an individual performs a variety of classroom-related and other activities, which are established by university leadership and/or dictated by specific course requirements, to ensure every student has the opportunity to learn, progress, and achieve academic success. Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University's current course materials. Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications. Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students in accordance with the standards in the University of Phoenix Faculty Handbook and all other applicable policies and procedures. Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis to facilitate timely participation and relevant classroom instruction and discussion. Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success by maintaining an engaged classroom presence, timely responding to student inquiries, and creating a supportive learning environment that empowers students to develop cognitive skills and confidence. Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies and guidance. Perform a variety of additional duties, such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying appropriate additional resources, as determined by specific course and or program requirements that support student learning and success inside and outside of the classroom environment; oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required by the course and/or program, as applicable. Attend various faculty meetings and University events as required, including but not limited to General Faculty Meetings, Content Area Meetings, and student graduations. Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates, instruction standards and other relevant information that contributes to associate faculty effectiveness and student engagement and achievement. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s) through employment, professional certification/licensure, professional conference attendance/speaking engagements, professional publications, personal networks, professional organizations, and other viable means. Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment, as dictated by program requirements. Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology and adapt to technology changes as needed to facilitate classes and maintain active faculty status. Perform other duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

• Must have experience with Women's Health practice experience.
• Doctorate of Nursing Science, Doctor of Nursing Practice, a PhD in Nursing, or a Medical Physician degree including Naturopathic MD, Obstetrician and/or Gynecologist, and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine OR Doctorate degree in any area and a Master's degree in Nursing OR Master's degree in Nursing.
• A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and/or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), a minimum of 2 years experience within the last 5 years.
• Degree must be from a regionally accredited institution.
• Must have an active unencumbered or unrestricted Registered Arizona Nurse or Multistate (RN) license.
• Arizona Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certification in the state of residence and/or practice.
• National Certification as a Family or Women's Health Care or OBGYN Nurse Practitioner, or, Nurse Midwife.
• Must have 2 years current experience within the last 5 years.
• All faculty members must have one record of scholarship annually.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with adult education teaching and learning theory.
• High level of problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Technology proficiency, including Microsoft suite programs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content, learning activities, and student assessments using the University's current course materials.
• Share supplemental knowledge and experience to help students understand and make the connections between course concepts and real-world applications.
• Work efficiently and effectively to provide high quality instruction to university students.
• Ensure all class materials are made available to students on a timely basis.
• Provide each student the opportunity to grow, develop, and achieve academic success.
• Maintain an engaged classroom presence and timely respond to student inquiries.
• Create a supportive learning environment that empowers students.
• Proactively address student academic issues in accordance with University policies.
• Perform additional duties such as coaching, tutoring, and identifying resources.
• Oversee student clinical/practicum/mentorship experiences as required.
• Attend faculty meetings and University events as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of all applicable University course updates and instruction standards.
• Maintain current professional and technical knowledge of content area(s).
• Instruct and perform other job-related required duties in an online environment.
• Maintain an understanding of all applicable University technology.

Benefits

• Participation in our 401(k) plan.
• Competitive tuition assistance for you and eligible dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree