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Instructor, Nursing Job at Tarrant County College District (TCCD) in Fort Worth

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tarrant county college district tccdFort Worth, TX7 days ago

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Nursing Instructors and Teachers, PostsecondaryCareer/Technical Education Teachers, PostsecondaryPostsecondary Teachers, All Other

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Title: Instructor, Nursing
Department: TR Nursing
Campus Location: Trinity River Campus Employee Classification: FAC - Faculty
Position Type: FT - Regular
Grant Funded: NoCompensation Details:
Starting Pay: 64,118.00; Commensurate with education and experience
Work Hours: Varies based on course schedule
Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work
Job Summary: Reporting to the campus department instructional leader, instructors provide assistance to students in their learning process by utilizing all appropriate college resources, materials, facilities, and educational technologies available to complement the teaching and learning process providing a direct impact to student success.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Accepts and teaches classes based on varied schedules and modalities as assigned by designated supervisor (may include online or Weekend College)
  • Accommodates student needs and external stakeholders' expectations of the College
  • Aids in the development of curricula, including individual course syllabi as assigned
  • Prepares and delivers instruction to students following the College Master Syllabus using the approved learning management system
  • Works with colleagues to select appropriate textbooks for departmental adoptions, and abides by departmental decisions for textbooks
  • Communicates regularly with students and college officials, including responding to e-mails, calls, and requests for meetings
  • Independently pursues activities to enhance subject matter expertise, skills in various modes of instruction, and knowledge of learning
  • Prepares assignments and assessments to assure achievement of learning outcomes
  • Designs and maintains an active classroom environment conducive to student learning and success
  • Maintains student attendance records weekly and certifies student enrollments by the established deadline
  • Evaluates student performance and learning in accordance with discipline and department standards
  • Provides regular and timely evaluation feedback to students, posts grades in the learning management system weekly, and submits final grades by the established deadline
  • Assigns grades consistent with course requirements
  • Assists in College's commitment to assessing student learning outcomes and program learning outcomes and to achieving institutional performance measures
  • Accepts assignments as necessary at other sites such as for dual credit courses
  • Service Excellence:
  • Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College
  • Complete all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
  • Attends the workplace regularly and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
  • Adheres to College policies and procedures
  • Adheres to applicable safety procedures
Required Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher* in NursingCurrent Texas RN licenseCurrent CPR certification through American Heart AssociationMinimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a non-teaching role. ORMaster’s degree or higher* in a discipline other than Nursing Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and at least six (6) graduate semester hours in NursingCurrent TX RN licenseCurrent CPR Certification through American Heart AssociationMinimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a non-teaching role*Degree must be from a regionally accredited college or university The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • At least one (1) year's work experience in the discipline / teaching area
  • At least one (1) year's experience teaching a class or facilitating training
  • At least one (1) year's teaching experience utilizing active learning techniques, service learning and innovative technology
  • At least one (1) year's experience teaching in Dual Credit and Early College High School programs
  • At least one (1) year's experience teaching in pre-licensure nursing programs (Associate Degree in Nursing or diploma), or experience as a preceptor, trainer, or clinical educator
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
  • Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
  • Ability to use computer applications and enterprise systems, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
  • Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
  • Ability to work independently and take initiative
  • Knowledge of the teaching discipline subject matter
  • Knowledge of how students learn
  • Ability to adapt to student learning needs
  • Utilization of student-centered integrative learning strategies
  • Promotion of positive expectations of students
  • Incorporation of technology to enhance student learning
  • Incorporation of pedagogical innovation
  • Assessment of student learningAssessment of self-learningAssessment, evaluation, and revision of curriculum
  • Development of relevant content for classes
  • Development of effective classroom management processes and strategies
  • Experience mentoring and advising students
  • Engagement in peer collaboration and peer mentoring
  • Engagement in service to the institution, profession, and community
  • Participation in professional development in the teaching discipline to remain current in the teaching discipline and in pedagogy
  • Continued educational attainment
Physical Demands: Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Accommodation/EEO Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
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Level

MidL4

Location

Fort Worth, TX

Occupation

Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary

Industry

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Posted

7 days ago

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