Assistant Professor, Associate Degree Nursing (12 Month Tenure Track)

Position Summary & Essential Duties

The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from the Department Chair, Nursing, the incumbent teaches courses as scheduled, cultivates a healthy teacher-student relationship, and engages the students in active learning. The incumbent will make recommendations regarding curriculum changes, text selection, and content revision. The faculty will supervise students in the clinical area and simulation labs.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)

Master’s degree in nursing. Candidate must show evidence of teaching abilities and maintaining current knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in the subject areas of teaching responsibility. Must meet accrediting body criteria to teach in Associate Degree Nursing Program.

PREFERRED:
Nursing education experience preferred.

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:
Registered Nurse with current Texas license with no stipulations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Cultivate healthy teacher-student relationships.
• Engage students in active learning.
• Develop clear and innovative syllabi and course material.
• Demonstrates professional written and oral skills in communications with students.
• Utilize advancements in technology to improve instructional methodology.
• Incorporates best practices.
• Maintain accessibility to students for advisement and consultation.
• Seek feedback to improve quality of teaching.
• Attend conferences, workshops, or programs to enhance professional growth.
• Participate in academic/professional organizations.
• Develop and implement innovative course content based on current pedagogy.
• Evidence a willingness to incorporate new concepts and theories to enhance professional growth.
• Integrate a diverse set of perspectives and ideas into course curriculum.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking to problem solve within the classroom, clinical setting, the department, and the institution.
• Supervise and evaluate student performance in simulated and clinical environments.
• Demonstrate respect and professionalism with supervisors, colleagues, and students.
• Fosters collegiality within the department.
• Evidence timely completion of administrative aspects of instructional responsibilities.
• Participate in evaluation, recommendation, development, and/or revision of department instruction/curriculum.
• Contribute to growth of the college by active involvement on task forces or committees.
• Demonstrate participation in activities that contribute to the growth of the community.
• Collaborate with nursing faculty to identify at risk students early in order to facilitate timely interventions and work together to develop strategies for improved student learning.
• Providing personalized academic guidance, study skills development, and targeted tutoring for students struggling with course material.
• Participates in new student orientation, as applicable.
• Coordinates and/or conducts individual and group study sessions/workshops
• Makes referrals for academic support services including the Writing Center, Math tutorial Lab, or for accommodations. Makes referrals to Financial Aid and the Circle of Support for non-academic barriers to success.
• Tracking student progress, identifying trends, and using data to inform program improvements aimed at increasing student success.
• Attends departmental and committee meetings and supports the faculty in developing departmental policies regarding student success.
• Providing resources and guidance to help students prepare for the NCLEX licensing exam.
• Implementing strategies to encourage student engagement, foster a positive learning environment, and address potential barriers to graduation.
• Perform job-related duties as assigned.

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies procedure, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operation for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Knowledge of the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the discipline being taught.

• Provide effective teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• Possess effective communication strategies, verbal and written in dealing with students and other involved parties.
• The assessment of student learning outcomes
• Work with a diverse population.
• Principles and methods for curriculum and training design.
• Teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
• The assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Teaching the appropriate subject matter and the application of the subject matter for the discipline.
• Effective communication strategies, verbal and written in dealing with students and other involved parties.
• Relevant equipment, policies procedure, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operation for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
• Working with a diverse population.

• MEDICAL:
  Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
  • HealthSelect of Texas "Blue Cross Blue Shield" (PPO)
  • Consumer Directed HealthSelect "Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)

• OPTIONAL BENEFITS:

Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.

• ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUALS:

• Years of Service: 0 through 5
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
• Years of Service: 6 through 10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
• Years of Service: 10 plus years
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144

Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.

• SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS:

• HOLIDAYS: Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
• PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
• RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.

• Contribution:
  • Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
  • Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
• Contribution:
  • Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
  • Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary

• MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
• HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Regular Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
  • Summer Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.