Instructor - Nursing

Fox Valley Technical College•Appleton, WI

2d•$81,300 - $95,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the ongoing development of curriculum that meets the needs of students and employers utilizing instructional strategies that promote student success. This is a 38-week contract position.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Nursing required
Minimum of two years of occupational experience as a Registered Nurse.
At least one year of employment shall be within five years prior to the date of hire.
Prior teaching or training experience preferred.
Registered Nurse with active Wisconsin licensure
Clinical documentation requirements need to be met and maintained
Proficiency utilizing learning management systems.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.

Nice To Haves

Five years of occupational experience is preferred.
Work experience with a focus on assessment of clients in either acute care, long-term care, or community nursing is required

Responsibilities

Foster student learning by developing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement.
Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies to maximize student success and multiple delivery methodologies such as hybrid, in-person, virtual, and on-line course delivery.
Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to help students be successful.
Use data to measure quality outcomes related to student persistence, retention, completion rate, course success, and learning and to design improvement strategies based on the evidence.
Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned with the college policy on level of required documentation to successfully prepare graduates for their chosen career fields.
Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student attendance and grade records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and equipment security, and ensure opportunities for student/engagement evaluation.
Ensure course materials (including textbooks) are available to students.
Support the college by engaging in division, department and team activities, and meetings including planning, development, and budgeting, and staying current with internal and external changes and initiatives.
Build and maintain ongoing relationships with community, industry, and clinical partners by participating in advisory committees, external meetings, business visits, and community groups.
Collaborate with staff to recruit students, participate in recruitment events, and proactively promote the College and our programs.
Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students reach their goals by collaborating with Student Services staff to retain students, close achievement gaps, and help all students be successful.
Advise students regarding class schedules, career information, internships, and other program-related information.
Continually improve knowledge and skills in emerging trends, current occupational practices, and teaching through professional development activities, networking with regional industry leaders, and the integration of new techniques and technology.
Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required to maintain individual and program accreditation.