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

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing3+ years Clinical Experience in Maternal, Pediatric, Mental Health, and/or Adult Health Nursing
• Associate’s degree in nursing or an Associate of Science Degree3+ years approved work experience in the nursing field
• Knowledge Skills Abilities
• 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.
• Care for 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).

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