Part-Time Faculty, Doctor of Nursing Practice, FlexPath

Strayer Education • Minneapolis, MN

242d • $125 - $4,000

About The Position

Capella University offers two learning formats, FlexPath and GuidedPath, to provide a flexible and affordable way for working professionals to earn a degree designed to fit into their life. Our FlexPath learning format offers asynchronous 12-week courses with self-paced target dates to put learners in control of completing the course within 12 weeks of enrollment. Rolling enrollment allows learners to finish a course early and advance to the next course mid-quarter without having to wait. Faculty help learners progress by providing competency-based evaluations within 48 hours of assessment submissions, excluding weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Professional experience in the discipline with a minimum of two years required for undergraduate level and three years required for graduate level.
• Research, scholarship, or achievement in the discipline required for graduate-level; in addition at the doctoral level, experience with how to conduct and oversee doctoral projects in the discipline required.
• Three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Online teaching experience and ability to relate to learners in an online setting is preferred.
• Experience that demonstrates an understanding of the specific needs of the non-traditional adult learner is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• A master's in nursing is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic evaluation.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the University.
• Proficiency in oral presentation skills, planning and organizing of course objectives.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of academic technology.
• Strong computer skills.
• Ability to manage potentially stressful situations in a professional and ethical manner.

Responsibilities

• Assignments are on an ongoing rolling enrollment basis according to expertise and school needs.
• Utilize your professional expertise to provide high quality instruction from a pre-designed curriculum.
• Be available within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) by phone, email, and in the courseroom to ensure learners receive quality feedback in a timely manner to support their academic success.
• Utilize the online learning platform to enrich the learning experience.
• Establish high standards and ensure learners understand how they will be evaluated.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Attend faculty meetings and workshops and/or training as required.
• Participate in other activities based on university needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Well-being incentives.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off.
• Certain paid holidays.
• Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA).
• 401(k) retirement benefit.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Entertainment and retail discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree