On-Line Adjunct Faculty

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Omaha, NE

6d•Remote

About The Position

Nebraska Methodist College (NMC), located in Omaha, Nebraska, is an accredited, private, not-for-profit nursing and healthcare college established in 1891. With an enrollment of over 1,100 students, NMC offers undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs in nursing and allied health. NMC students experience a holistic culture of caring while mastering the art and science of healthcare. They gain the skills and experience needed to become outstanding contributors to society through service-learning experiences, community-based education, and leadership development integrated throughout the curriculum. The mission of NMC is to provide educational experiences for the development of individuals in order that they may positively influence the health and well-being of the community. Nebraska Methodist Health System focuses on providing exceptional care to the communities it serves and the people it employs, a culture referred to as 'The Meaning of Care'. Employees are valued and part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities they live and work in.

Requirements

Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required.
Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications.
Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles.
Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services.
Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values.
Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College (where appropriate).

Nice To Haves

Master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred.
One or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide effective student instruction to meet course objectives for course titled - Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare and Education.
Demonstrate effective instructional methodology.
Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods.
In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions.
Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required.
Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning.
Integrity, open-mindedness and objectivity in presenting material.
Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge.
Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum.
Systematic assessment of student learning.
Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional development.
Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes.
Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness.
Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills.
Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration.
Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion.
Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner.
Supports College strategic initiatives.
Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism.
Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position.
Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior.
Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate.
Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable).