Nursing Faculty- 910 Month (Tenure Track)

NURSING INSTRUCTOR (TENURE-TRACK/9-MO)

Number of Openings: 1

Institution: Cleveland State Community College

Department: Nursing

Reports to: Dean of the Division

Campus Location: Cleveland Tennessee

Salary Range: $40000-$47720

Position Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance: N/A

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State you must complete an online application. Your skills abilities qualifications and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following:

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.

JOB SUMMARY

A Nursing Instructor is responsible for conducting college classes for undergraduate students and performing related work as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in nursing.
• Recent professional nursing clinical experience.
• Active unencumbered Tennessee or multistate compact RN or APRN license
• Current AHA BLS CPR certification Nursing Faculty with details Page 2 of 2 Requirements for all Faculty Positions:
• Meet the standards presently required or those which may be required in the future by the Tennessee State Board of Regents and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
• May be required to achieve additional skill knowledge or credentialing levels.

The educational requirements listed for this position are for the grade of instructor. However the appointee may hold a higher rank provided he or she possesses the minimum education and experience now required or established in the future by the Tennessee State Board of Regents. The educational requirements listed for this position are for the grade of instructor. However the appointee may hold a higher rank provided he or she possesses the minimum education and experience now required or established in the future by the Tennessee State Board of Regents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Fulfill all instructional requirements as mandated by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents.
• Utilize appropriate instructional materials and methods.
• Maintain currency in instructional field and teaching methodology.
• Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution maintain appropriate office hours and secure approval for any commitments which might affect employment.
• Be accessible to students for advisement academic help and assistance depending on instructional format.
• As needed teach during all operational hours of the college on- or off-campus.
• Participate in institutional and academic unit meetings.
• Maintain and safeguard all necessary records and report grades periodically as prescribed by Registrar.
• Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents Guidelines and Policies.
• Participate in periodic evaluations.
• Support and participate in the recruitment and retention efforts of the college.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (5%)

• Perform public service in the community as defined by the institutions role and mission.
• Promote and serve as advisor to campus clubs student groups or other related student activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Possess adequate teaching skills and perform normal duties expected of a teacher at the college level.
• Where applicable maintain adequate stock levels of supplies for laboratory use.
• Oversee laboratory and classroom safety.
• Exhibit knowledge of comprehensive community college concept.
• Exhibit knowledge of effective interpersonal skills.

WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT

Work regularly requires the use of personal computers printers scanners and presentation technology (instructional media). Incumbent must exhibit competency pertaining to all training equipment specifically related to the instructors discipline.

JOB LOCATION

The primary workplace for this position is the Health and Science Building at Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland Tennessee. Occasional travel to off-campus instructional sites within the Colleges five-county service area may be required. The weekly work schedule will be determined by program and course needs and may vary from day to day. Some evening hours may also be necessary.

Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.

Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance: Health Dental Vision Life Disability (long and short term) FSA/HAS
• 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

If you are interested click on the link to apply.

Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by JANUARY 4 2026.

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