Practical Nursing-Substitute/Part-time Instructor

Summary

The instructor will be responsible for the effective performance of assigned responsibilities and duties. Lesson plans, assignments, and instructions will be provided and used as a guideline to lead student activities. The instructor will oversee student conduct, safety, discipline, and appearance, addressing issues as they arise with the VP of Academics and Compliance.

Minimum Requirements

• For Clinical Nursing Applicants:
  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • 3+ years Clinical Experience in Maternal, Pediatric, Mental Health, and/or Adult Health Nursing
• For A&P or Dosage Calculation Applicants:
  • Associate’s degree in nursing or an Associate of Science Degree
  • 3+ years approved work experience in the nursing field

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of the occupation to be taught and the ability to use the tools and equipment used in the industry
• Physical ability to lift (up to) 30 lbs. and to move throughout the teaching area to demonstrate and perform all occupational duties, with or without accommodation
• Ability to deal tactfully with students, faculty, staff, industry partners, and the public
• Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly, and to plan and direct the work of others
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions, and problem solving
• Knowledge of and ability to perform basic first aid

Responsibilities

• Maintain an organized, safe, and stable learning environment
• Follow lesson plans, implement active learning activities, and teach occupational skills and competencies
• Utilize in-class assessment tools/techniques to measure student progress
• Record and submit grades and attendance (tardiness and absences) daily, per provided instructions
• Demonstrate professional worker characteristics and interpersonal skills
• Cookordination all disciplinary issues with the VP of Academics and Compliance
• Be responsible for and maintain inventory control of equipment, tools, and supplies assigned to the classroom and lab. Report loss or damage immediately.

Specific Duties

• Adhere to the school calendar and daily class schedule
• Start and end class at designated time
• Check and respond to emails twice daily (minimum)
• Other duties as defined by administration.

General Information

• Background checks will be completed on all new hires.
• Selected candidates will be asked to sign a background release authorizing TCAT Shelbyville to complete a background check which includes the following: Sex Offender Registry, Driving History, County Criminal, National Criminal Database, Federal Criminal Sanctions and Disciplinary Database, Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville is a Tennessee Board of Regents institution, is an EEO/ADA Employer; and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its program and activities.
• Contact: the Human Resource Department, 1405 Madison Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160. discrimination@tcatshelbyville.edu