Nursing Assistant Certification Instructor – Associate Faculty

Skagit Valley College•Mount Vernon, WA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Skagit Valley College is seeking associate faculty to teach in the Nursing Department for the 2026/2027 academic year. This position aims to build a pool of qualified instructors for the Nursing Department, specifically for students pursuing a degree in Nursing. The Associate Faculty role prepares students for a career in nursing practice. SVC's Nursing program is accredited by ACEN and approved by the Washington State Department of Health Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. Nursing programs are offered at the Mount Vernon Campus and Whidbey Island Campus in Oak Harbor. This is a quarterly review and hiring process, with candidates contacted directly by the department as opportunities arise. This position is eligible for an additional nursing educator stipend.

Requirements

Active, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Washington State, or eligible for licensure in Washington State.
One (1) year of experience during the previous three (3) years caring for the elderly and/or chronically ill of any age OR completion of, or ability to complete by the time of hire, a course in Adult Instruction.
Demonstrated commitment to promote equitable access and educational achievement of diverse students.
Demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with current theories, research, and practice in Nursing.
Practice and adopt teaching methods/styles that support successful learning appropriate to a diverse student population, including underprepared students.
Impart a productive academic mindset that teaches all students--regardless of background--that they are capable of learning with practice and effort.
Familiarity with active learning strategies inclusive of all cultures and backgrounds.
Adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including interdisciplinary learning communities, online and hybrid modalities, etc.
Express appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups and promote an equitable work and learning environment.
Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Act according to principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, collaboration, and compassion.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree with a major in nursing or a baccalaureate degree in nursing with graduate degree work in a related field, from an accredited college or university.
Experience as a mentor, preceptor, clinical instructor, Associate Faculty, or other responsible role with pre-certification nursing assistants, pre-licensure nursing students, and/or new graduate nurses.
Experience working within NAC training programs.
Teaching experience in a college environment.
Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality classroom instruction for courses in the NAC Program.
Deliver culturally appropriate curriculum that reflects the diversity of student experience.
Create and facilitate contextualized and integrated learning experiences in Nursing in relation to identified college pathways that are linked to career goals.
Apply multiple teaching and learning strategies that promote the affective, cognitive, and kinesthetic domains of learning.
Evaluate student learning in applicable settings such as lab, clinical, and didactic.
Conduct ongoing development, assessment, and revision of curriculum that is responsive to local industry needs, reflects innovative pedagogy, and incorporates advances in the field of Nursing.
Create a positive learning environment for students using diverse teaching methods to support and enhance student success.
Express appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups and promote an equitable work and learning environment.
Demonstrate multicultural understanding and foster equity.
Advise students and serve as a resource for faculty colleagues and staff.
Create authentic assessments of students' knowledge, skills, and abilities in Nursing that measure course, program, and college-wide outcomes.
Work with program advisory committee members and local employers to facilitate co-op placements and job opportunities for students enrolled in the program.
Assist in marketing the program and participate in student recruitment activities.
Assure provision of safe, quality nursing care by students per established standards of care and agency policies and procedures.
Engage in scholarly activities that complement and inform teaching.
Collaborate with faculty from other fields to develop and to provide integrative learning experiences.