Faculty - Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College•Kokomo, IN

About The Position

Provide quality, engaging instruction in assigned nursing academic programs across delivery methods and formats. The faculty member supports student mastery of course and program learning outcomes through instruction, timely feedback, student engagement, academic coaching, and interventions. The role also includes curriculum development, student advising and retention efforts, professional development, community and industry outreach, and institutional service in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan. Faculty deliver assigned classes using appropriate pedagogy and technology, maintain curriculum and course materials, keep student records, and ensure learning environments meet safety standards. They use the Learning Management System to support teaching, assessment, and communication, and help students achieve program outcomes. The position includes academic monitoring and advising in partnership with professional advising staff, maintaining office and student engagement hours, and participating in recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives. Faculty also participate in professional and scholarly development, community service and outreach, institutional committees and projects, meetings, commencement, career services, alumni activities, and program management support.

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to the area of instruction.
Faculty credentials as outlined in ASOM 7.1 for the specific area of instruction.
For a full-time faculty member in the ASN or PN program: at least three years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
For a full-time faculty member in the ASN or PN program: a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license.
The majority of faculty shall hold master’s degrees in nursing.
Faculty with a bachelor’s degree in nursing must have a written academic plan to complete a master’s degree in nursing within one semester of initial appointment, document progress each semester, and maintain documented progress for continued employment.

Responsibilities

Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that support student learning and align with course objectives, program outcomes, and college loading policy.
Develop and maintain curriculum and course materials that support course objectives and program learning outcomes.
Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other required documentation.
Manage a classroom environment conducive to learning and compliant with applicable safety standards and practices.
Facilitate student achievement of program learning outcomes.
Use the Learning Management System to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
Know and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and other learning environments.
Provide academic coaching and monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
Monitor and document student performance, use academic advising alerts, and provide interventions, including student communication, tutoring, academic supports, and referrals to college resources.
Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and faculty loading policy.
Promote and assist with student recruitment, retention, and program completion, including student outreach by phone and electronic means.
Participate in professional development, training, related-industry experiences, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills and maintain current field knowledge.
Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline and fulfill annual performance plan, certification, and licensure requirements.
Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and teaching-related technologies.
Participate in college community service and develop community, industry, and business contacts to advance college relationships.
Provide institutional support, including participation in committees, task forces, accreditation and grant-related projects, and Workforce Alignment and Development activities.
Attend commencement and college, campus, departmental, school, and faculty meetings as assigned or required.
Participate in career service and alumni activities.
Support the program or department chair in program management activities.
Adhere to college and campus academic policies and promote respect for diversity of people, styles, and views.

Benefits

Multiple medical plan options and a Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and orthodontia coverage
Vision 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
Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
Basic life insurance equal to annual salary, paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
Short-term and long-term disability benefits
Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
Paid professional development opportunities
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
Flexible work arrangements where available
Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services