"Nursing Faculty"

Nursing Faculty

Company:
Pikes Peak State College

Job Location:
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Category:
Nursing

Type:
Full-Time

Regular Faculty work under the direction of their respective Associate Dean/Division Dean and are responsible for meeting all scheduled classes/labs/clinics and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College and the Department Chair's approved course outline. Regular Faculty are also responsible for using teaching methods and media designed to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the objectives of the course.

Regular Faculty are required to serve a provisional period from the date of employment until the completion of employment under three consecutive full year regular contracts.

This position may require working in virtual, weekend, evening, or various campus locations. Successful candidate must be willing to teach concurrent enrollment both on PPSC campuses and in local area high schools.

Anticipated start date August, 2026. The required teaching schedule is August to May. The required pay schedule is September to August.

Must be able to provide proof of current vaccinations upon hire.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited institution.
• Current Colorado RN license, or multi-state compact RN in good standing without restrictions.
• Two years of full-time or equivalent clinical nursing experience.
• Flexible teaching schedule to include evenings and weekends.
• Demonstrated ability to work with underrepresented populations in successful efforts to close the achievement gap.
• Must possess or be eligible to obtain a Colorado Career & Technical Education Teaching Credential Colorado State Credentialing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE).
• Two years of full-time clinical nursing experience in Pediatrics.
• Experience teaching at the associate degree nursing level.
• One year of experience and training in teaching post-secondary education.

For full consideration, all application materials must be received by 4:00 p.m. on March 26, 2026. This position will remain posted until filled.

Must be a State of Colorado resident or able to relocate to Colorado prior to first date of employment. All work must be performed in the State of Colorado.

For positions requiring a Colorado Career and Technical Education Teaching Credential, please review https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cte_generalinfo.

Visa support is not available for this position.

Application Instructions: Application must be submitted online. Incomplete applications may not receive full consideration. A complete application will include:

• Cover letter - Address the minimum and preferred qualifications in the order listed on the job announcement.
• Resume - Reflect experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Unofficial Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred. Official transcripts are required if hired for the position.
• Professional References - Provide names and contact information for three recent professional references who can address your expertise and background for this position.

This position may be eligible for a variety of employee benefits. Pikes Peak State College participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) contribution rates.

Note: Prior submission of application materials will not be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Faculty/Student Interaction: Demonstrates a commitment to teaching. Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies...

Classroom Performance: Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives...

General Duties: Cultural competence and commitment to helping to close the student equity gap... Demonstrates ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

As part of the State of Colorado, PPSC offers a competitive benefits package: PERA retirement benefits. Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) English Spanish, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, etc.

EEO Statement: Pikes Peak State College is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act institution...