Adjunct/Part-Time Instructor - Associate Degree Nursing Program ADN

Position Details

The Adjunct/Part-time Instructor assumes responsibility for performance of all functions generally identified by the college as within the realms of the instructor.

Responsibilities

Participates in planning, implementing and evaluating the teaching-learning process in the classroom, laboratory or clinical setting. Maintains accurate and complete course records as required by KC. Keeps abreast of current trends in education and nursing practice to improve his/her instructional ability. Maintains public relations with assigned clinical agencies to include assessing the adequacy of available clinical learning experiences. Works with theory instructors in planning and carrying out evaluation of nursing techniques. Refers students to appropriate references when indicated. Performs other duties as requested by the Program Director.

Minimum Qualifications

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND Hold a current license of privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas; Show evidence of teaching abilities and maintaining current knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in subject area of teaching responsibility; Hold a master’s degree or doctorate degree, in nursing; A minimum of 3 years of associated work experience. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Willing to work within the philosophical framework of Kilgore College and the Associate Degree Nursing Program. Works effectively within a group or independently. Is student oriented and able to meet deadlines. Establish and maintain professional relationships with peers, colleagues and students. Creates climate conducive to student learning and peer relationships. Possesses a realistic estimate of own strengths and weaknesses and a willingness to seek assistance appropriately. Evaluates the learning situation and implements decisions in the best interest of the students. Salary Range & Fringe Benefits: This is a part-time hourly or Adjunct position, nineteen hours per week at the rate of $40/hour for MSN, $45/hour for DNP or Ph.D; or per course pay for Adjunct class assignments Worker’s compensation Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully work from home positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate MUST live in the State of Texas. Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically. Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas. Positions will remain open until filled. Some Adjunct and Part-Time teaching positions may remain open perpetually as the need for part time instructors fluctuates with student enrollment. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees. This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities. Know Your Rights Employment Notice Employee Rights and Responsibilities Under the Family and Medical Leave Act All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.