"Part-Time Associate Instructor - Nursing"

Job Description

Definition

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Assignment

This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554). Work location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA, as well as local area clinical agencies.

Salary and Benefits

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $34,143 – $49,337 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience – Possess either:

• A Masters or higher degree from an accredited college, which includes course work in nursing, education or administration; ORa Bachelors in nursing ANDMasters in health education or health science; AND
• One (1) years continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; OR One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she will be assigned, which can be met by:

OR

• Any associates degree ANDsix (6) years of relevant, professional healthcare experience;
• Any bachelors degree ANDtwo (2) years of relevant, professional healthcare experience;

AND

• A clear and active license issued by either the Board of Registered Nursing OR the Board of Vocational Nursing;
• Understanding of, and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty and staff.

Desired Qualifications

Not applicable

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following:

• Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class or on-line/distance education activities, evaluation of students work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on-line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per section.
• Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members area of expertise.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Please upload a screenshot of a current active California nursing license AND a copy of your BLS card.

Posting Number FY21/22-001POOL

Open Date 06/09/2021

Open Until Filled Yes