Annually Contracted Faculty, Nursing (BSN)

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumed primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with the Departments policies ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction

• Designs curriculum to foster talent in students while modeling fair teaching strategies with an understanding of the sociocultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups

• Considers individual differences of students to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities

• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource

• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology

• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with the Faculty Handbook and departmental policies.

• Maintains attendance records determines and submits grades timely and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Create and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental college cross-college and instructor requirements

• Participates in the selection of appropriate materials to support the course curriculum in accordance with the Colleges guidelines

• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule

• Employs and assists in the design and development of appropriate assessment techniques to measure students performance in achieving course goals and objectives

• Be a facilitator of learning in a digital environment.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning student effort academic challenge student and faculty interaction and support for learners

• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College

• Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom

• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program career or transfer options available to assist with degree completion

• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community

Continuous Improvement

• Promotes continual improvement as part of the cycle of teaching and learning by: assisting as appropriate in the maintenance of instructional materials and laboratory facilities; contributing as appropriate to the development selection and improvement of instructional materials laboratories and other instructional facilities; providing guidance in the development maintenance and design of course description course outlines and syllabi; recommending modifications to the curriculum and participating in the design of new curricula.

• Completes all mandatory performance evaluation measures within specified time limits and participates in all required training by the College

• Shares best practices with colleagues in formal or informal settings. Participates in instructional departmental or institutional research to improve educational effectiveness

• Evaluates teaching and assessment practices to continue improving them. Provides feedback as appropriate regarding the general operations of the department division and the College

• Participates as appropriate in the interviewing selection and orientation processes of department faculty and staff

• Provides advice and/or assistance to faculty within the department division or College. Attends faculty meetings as called by the President Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs Dean or Department Chairperson; and participates as appropriate on departmental and divisional committees

Professional Development

• Maintains a personal portfolio for tenure and promotion review and other career-related needs

• Employs student administrative and self-appraisals to establish goals and objectives for professional development and participates in professional development activities

• Contributes as appropriate to the planning evaluation and/or presentation of college professional development programs

• Maintains required professional credentials licensing and continuing education hours as disciplinary standards dictate

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty staff students and members of the community

OTHER DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides consultative assistance to and advises as appropriate student organizations and groups

• Contributes to the community and/or the profession as a representative of the College

• Participates in local statewide or national levels in the advancement of the discipline and/or the two-year college mission

• Works a varying schedule including nights & weekends to meet departmental needs

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Masters Degree in Nursing.

• Two (2) years of experience in nursing

*An appropriate combination of education training coursework and experience may qualify a candidate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate of Philosophy Nursing Doctorate of Nursing Education Doctorate of Nursing Practice or
• Doctorate of Education.
• One (1) year of experience in teaching nursing at the baccalaureate level in an online/asynchronous platform setting.
• Experience in evaluating student work in the online/asynchronous platform.
• Experience in curriculum creation/management of a baccalaureate program (nursing).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• State Motor Vehicle Operators License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s)

• Valid Ohio Registered Nursing license in good standing

Compensation:

• $64 per contact hour

• Two hours equal one contact hour

• Additional compensation details will be provided

*CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

About the ACF

The Annually Contracted Faculty (ACF) position at Columbus State is a full-time non-tenure track faculty position. ACFs are typically placed on a one-year two-semester contract that is renewable each year. CCP-ACFs (College Credit Plus) are typically placed on a two-year contract.