Faculty - Practical Nursing

Salary: $61,800

About the Role

Provide quality and engaging instruction in all delivery methods and formats within specific academic programs; provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes; engage students outside of class in support of the curriculum and co-curriculum; provide institutional support and community service; participate meaningfully in student retention and completion initiatives; support the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives; conform to campus expectations of faculty performance and engagement.

Responsibilities

Instruction

• Deliver assigned classes using pedagogy and technology that best support student learning, and in accordance with college loading policy, course objectives, and program learning outcomes.
• Develop and maintain curriculum and supporting course materials in keeping with and furtherance of course objectives and program learning outcomes.
• Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required.
• Manage a classroom environment conducive to student learning and in adherence to federal, state, and college safety standards and practices.
• Facilitate student achievement of expected program learning outcomes.
• Use Learning Management System (e.g., IvyLearn) to facilitate teaching, learning, assessment, and communication.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs, and all learning environments.

Retention and Student Success

• Provide academic-related coaching and academic monitoring to assigned student advisees in partnership with professional academic advising staff.
• Monitor and document student performance throughout the semester, including use of technology for academic advising alerts; provide necessary interventions to include communication with students, tutoring and other academic supports, and referrals to appropriate college resources.
• Maintain posted office hours and student engagement hours in accordance with campus expectations and the faculty loading policy in the Academic Support and Operations Manual (ASOM 7.2).
• Promote and assist in student recruitment, retention, and successful completion of programs, including outreach to students by phone, technology tools, and other electronic means.

Professional Development

• Participate in professional development activities that may include scheduled training, time spent onsite in related business and industries, and self-study to advance instructional and technical skills as well as current knowledge within the field of study.
• Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification and licensure.
• Stay current in contemporary pedagogy, digital technology, and other technology related to teaching that best support student learning.

Community Relations and Business Outreach

• Participate in community service activities on behalf of the college to advance the college’s relationships within its service area as appropriate for department/school/college.
• Develop community/industry/business contacts to advance college relationships within service area as appropriate in the department and school.

Institutional Support

• Provide institutional support as requested by college administration such as participation on committees and task forces, projects related to college and program accreditations, and grant-related projects.
• Support and engage with Workforce Alignment and Development (Ivy Tech Foundations).
• Attend commencement and participate as assigned by campus administration.
• Participate in college/campus-wide meetings and departmental/school/faculty meetings.
• Participate in career service and alumni activities.
• Support program/department chair in program management activities.
• Adhere to college and campus academic policies.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction.
• Faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 as applicable to the specific area of instruction.
• Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.
• A qualified full-time faculty member meets the education component of the School of Nursing: Practical Nursing (PN) Program Faculty Standard.
• A full- or part-time faculty member in the PN program must meet all the following criteria:
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse for full-time faculty or minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse for part-time faculty.
  • Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license.
  • All faculty shall hold bachelor’s degrees in nursing from a regionally accredited institution.

Official college transcripts required upon hire and copy of current Nursing License. All offers of employment are contingent upon an acceptable criminal background check.

Benefits

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution.
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia.
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses.
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources.
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care.

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years.
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess.
• Flexible work arrangements where available.
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks).
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks).

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services.