Instructor - Nursing

East Central College•Buffalo, NY

20h

About The Position

Faculty teach department theory courses and clinical courses. Faculty evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Executive Dean within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons; for both theory and clinical, and student learning outcome activities reflective of the course and program objectives. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
Knowledge of academic discipline; in theory and clinical ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies; use of instructional technology where appropriate; utilization of technology in the clinical setting, experience with computerized student record management; ability to develop educational programs; ability to teach effectively at the college level; initiative and resourcefulness; industrious and dependability; ability to work in a team and collaborative environment; effective communication skills; experience teaching a diverse student body; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Master’s Degree in Nursing and a current, unencumbered New York State Registered Nurse's license is required with recent clinical experience in specialized area.
Required Basic Life Support (BLS for the Health Care Provider)

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary teaching experience preferred.
Experience in teaching at the College level preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates current knowledge and of clinical practice
Provides documentation of to reflect current knowledge and clinical practice
Develop test questions and exams reflective of test blue prints
Understanding of current technology as used in clinical agencies
Complete required orientations for clinical agencies attending
Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s);
Prepares course syllabi which articulate student learning outcomes, course outcomes and program outcomes.
Aligns learning activities with Departmental course objectives outcomes and program outcomes;
Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning objectives, course outcomes and program outcomes in both clinical and theory.
Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours;
Provides instructional support to assist students;
Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees;
Provides as appropriate learning environment for students;
Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance;
Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment;
Adheres to all College, departmental procedures and policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct;
Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Benefits

HEALTH CARE PLANS – Coverage for health insurance (physician services, dental, prescription, vision, hospital care, wellness incentive program, health reimbursement card)
RETIREMENT PLANS – New York State retirement, option to participate in tax shelter annuities, deferred compensation, voluntary retirement savings
OPPORTUNITIES FOR PRE-TAX ACCOUNTS Flexible Spending Account, adoption services, dependent care, and individual premium reimbursement accounts
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – SUNY Erie tuition waivers and SUNY B140 tuition reimbursement
SALARY INCREMENT OPPORTUNITIES
RANK ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
TIME OFF – Summers off, Winter and Spring Breaks, Holidays, personal and sick time, bereavement leave, cancer screening
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Professional meetings/conferences, participation in seminar offerings, visitation of business and industry, and acquisition of formal education
TRAVEL ALLOWANCE (Mileage)
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANT PROGRAM (EAP) Confidential and voluntary assistance to employees and their family members (financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, emotional worries, child-care problems, etc.)
Make a difference in the lives of nursing students.
Variety of teaching experiences – classroom, lab, clinicals & community events
Excellent health and benefits packages are comparable to offerings through similar county and New York State positions.
Employees can take advantage of the College’s expansive Health & Wellness initiatives; and tuition-free college courses are available for both employees and their families.