Instructor of Nursing

About the role

ECC Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students across various educational programs, fostering a welcoming campus where everyone feels valued. As an employer, ECC fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

Work Schedule

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Rate of Pay

This is a Full-Time Faculty position. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable. Follow link to Full-Time Faculty Salary and Rank Schedule or elgin.edu/jobs-at-ecc/salary-benefits-contracts.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retail Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks
• FLSA Status Exempt
• Grant Funded - No

Job Summary

Full-time teaching faculty provide instruction aligned with the college’s strategic goals and evaluate students' progress to facilitate achievement of their educational goals. In addition to the job description, faculty members teaching in grant-supported programs are required to adhere and comply with all provisions, qualifications, policies, and procedures set forth in the grant. In the event that the grant requirements contradict or add to the job description, the requirements of the grant will take precedence. This provision shall not be used to shift administrative responsibilities to the faculty member. Further, the Vice President of Teaching, Learning and Student Development agrees to meet and discuss grant requirements with the Association President and/or Association representatives.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Licensed as a registered professional nurse in Illinois
• At least 2 years of experience in clinical nursing practice
• A master’s degree or higher in nursing

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Previous teaching experience in nursing

Essential Duties

• Deliver Instruction
• Conduct assigned classes and/or labs
• Prepare lessons
• Provide course syllabus (including course information, grading standards, attendance policies, classroom behavioral expectations, and course outline)
• Utilize learning outcomes assessment and measures to improve learning/instruction
• If a Lab Is Involved, Prepare labs
• Enforce lab safety procedures
• Evaluate Student Progress
• Maintain accurate record of student performance
• Provide students with timely feedback
• Provide Student Assistance
• Maintain office hours and voice-mail/e-mail communication
• Give career and academic advice
• Refer students to student support services
• Accommodate special needs students
• Develop Curriculum
• Review/select textbooks and instructional materials
• Develop/revise courses
• Develop/revise degree/certificate programs
• Review/revise course outlines
• If Occupational Program Is Involved, Consult with advisory committees
• Participate in Professional Development
• Participate in professional growth activities that are aligned with the college's strategic goals
• Keep current on research and technologies in assigned specialties
• Participate in professional growth activities
• Participate in professional organizations
• Assist in scheduling of classes
• Aid in setting departmental goals, learning outcomes, and selection of textbooks
• Assist in assessing new equipment and/or supplies
• Serve on standing committees
• Serve on ad hoc committees (for example, search, college task-force, or instructional area committees)
• Participate in program review
• Comply with registration/records procedures
• Verify student enrollment
• Attend College-wide faculty meetings
• Serve on non-tenure faculty evaluation committees in accordance with the agreed upon Faculty Evaluation Handbook
• Complete the requirements of the evaluation process

Other Duties

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of this position but it is not intended to be exhaustive. Physical Demands: Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly) Visual Acuity: Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly) Work Environment: Moderate noise Environmental Conditions: Typical office or administrative Current SSECCA Union Member Information: The initial posting date for this position is 03/25/2026. Elgin Community College Support Staff Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 04/08/2026 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Elgin Community College does not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any member of its community on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender/gender identity, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law in matters of admissions, employment, or in any aspect of the educational programs or activities it offers. In addition, Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment practices, educational opportunities, and programs and services. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the College’s EEO/AA Officer. Determinations on request for a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.