NURSING FACULTY (9/10 Mo-Tenure Track)

Tennessee Board of Regents•Cleveland, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals. Instructors provide high-quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom. The primary responsibility is teaching and evaluating students in assigned courses. Instruction is delivered on-site throughout the college’s five-county service area and may also be offered through online teaching formats. Instructors communicate with students outside of class and perform a variety of administrative duties, including committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Nursing with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework.
Recent professional nursing clinical experience.
Active, unencumbered Tennessee or multistate compact Registered Nurse (RN) or APRN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license.
Current American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to perform the responsibilities expected of a college-level instructor.
Knowledge of the mission, role, and functions of a comprehensive community college.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Ability to support student success through advising, student engagement, assessment activities, and participation in academic or institutional committees.
Ability to develop, coordinate, or support educational and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations.
Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of instructional equipment and technologies relevant to the discipline.
Knowledge of available instructional media resources and their effective application in teaching and learning.
Proficiency in computer-related skills necessary for job performance, including instructional and administrative technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with alternative instructional delivery methods, including hybrid, online, interactive, or other technology-supported teaching formats.

Responsibilities

Plan and teach classes as assigned in accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on-site instruction throughout the college’s five-county service area and online delivery as applicable.
Fulfill all instructional requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
Remain current in the instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
Be accessible to students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and procedures.
Participate in division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
Support and participate in the college’s recruitment and retention efforts.
Instructors will be required to meet standards now required or which may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC).
May be required to achieve additional skill, knowledge, or credentialing levels.
Perform public service and community engagement activities consistent with the institution’s mission and service area.
Support, promote, and serve as an advisor to campus clubs, student organizations, and other related student activities as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Insurance: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
Educational Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Longevity Pay
Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
Sick and Annual Leave
Sick Leave Bank
State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants