Instructor, Nursing Licensed Vocational (Part Time) Adjunct Pool

SUMMARY

Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning academic advising professional development and institutional and community service.

The incumbent may teach a maximum load of contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department division and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Teaching:

a) Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline.

b) Actively participate in the collection analysis documentation and reporting of data acquired to assess student course and program outcomes and utilize data to improve teaching and learning.

c) Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies techniques and delivery methods.

d) Develop and use a syllabus for each course or laboratory within college discipline and departmental guidelines and submit one copy to the department chair.

e) Plan develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles.

f) Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner.

g) Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines. (See Faculty Workload Guidelines)

h) Review evaluate and recommend student textbooks and learning materials.

i) Teach courses at a variety of times locations and modalities in response to institutional programmatic needs.

j) Develop and maintain an LMS (Learning Management System) shell for each assigned course.

k) Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories.

l) Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies.

2. Academic Advising:

a) Maintain professional relationships with students colleagues and the community.

b) Provide access to students through posted office hours electronic communication and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues during class time and office hours.

c) Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter objectives opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities) and opportunities for work (co-ops part-time work-study) and careers special clubs and activities available support services scholarships etc.

d) Faculty members (may) provide information and assistance to individuals who maintain a web site related to assigned program.

e) Work with Chair/Program Director to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines).

3. Professional Development:

a) Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair.

b) Keep pace with developments in the discipline.

c) Learn technologies that support student learning.

d) Participate in department-required annual evaluation process.

4. Institutional and Community Service:

a) Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events conference days and commencement exercises.

b) Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities.

c) Actively participate in department college or system meetings and/ or committees.

d) Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCC.

e) Participate in college-related activities such as student activities selection of faculty community education recruitment of students and/or special program.

f) Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCC.

g) Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards.

h) Participate in the HCC planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities.

i) Review evaluate and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/ industry and higher education.

j) Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education experience knowledge skills and/or abilities required.

Must be eligible to teach clinical courses at HCCs affiliate sites by meeting any requirements for entry set by the affiliate sites.

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in Nursing with an active Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Texas required.

Master of Science in Nursing preferred.

Registered nurse licensed to practice in Texas and actively employed in nursing for the past 3 years required.

Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certification(s) must accompany application.

EXPERIENCE

Teaching experience in a related field at a community college or university preferred. Able to provide supervision to students during clinical practicum.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city.

2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required.

3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

4. Possess good organizational and planning skills.

5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities.

6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment.

7. Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.