Adjunct Instructor, Nursing

Position Title :

Adjunct Instructor, Nursing

Job Description :

POSITION : ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, NURSING

STATUS : Part time

DEPARTMENT : Nursing Education

DIVISION : Academic Affairs

CLASSIFICATION : Exempt

UNION : Adjunct Faculty-JUAC, IEA-NEA

REPORTS TO : Department Chair

PLACEMENT : Adjunct Faculty

HIRING RANGE : $64 hourly

Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. JJC offers regular full-time positions a variety of fringe benefits including retirement benefits, holidays, personal time, and other discounts / reimbursement for classes.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA / EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

Teach introductory and advanced classes in nursing practicum. Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning activities. Be willing to teach online and / or blended courses. Participate in appropriate departmental meetings. Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning. Possess and maintain a thorough knowledge of the subject matter necessary to the assigned course load, and keep informed of current trends in the field of nursing and health care. Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission. Teach classes during non-traditional times (evenings and weekends) and at clinical and other campus sites as needed. Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract. Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1.Course load of no more than 11 contact hours in appropriate instructional area.

2.Participate in annual student and chair / coordinator evaluations.

3.Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, and assessments, and other established processes.

4.Attend classes regularly; return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; effectively communicate with appropriate staff and director.

5.Comply with all legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations. Communicate discrepancies to appropriate officials.

6.Commit to furthering the mission, goals, and core values of the college at all times.

7.Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1.Master's Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution.

2.Current Illinois Licensure as R.N. Recent work experience in nursing.

3.Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

4.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.

5.Demonstrated commitment to the college's core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1.Teaching experience at the collegiate level.

2.Experience at the community college level.

3.Experience in teaching online and / or using course management programs.

4.Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.

5.English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.

6.Demonstrated multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

1.Standard classroom equipment and software.

2.Standard hospital equipment and software.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1.Classroom, skills lab, and simulation teaching environment.

2.Clinical / hospital units.

WORKING SCHEDULE

1.Nursing adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis.

2.These needs are related to student enrollment and can fluctuate from semester to semester.

Full Time / Part Time :

Part time

Union (If Applicable) :

Scheduled Hours :

28

Benefits

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