Nursing Assistant Part-time Faculty

Tacoma Community College -
Tacoma, WA

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Job Details

Part-time
$1,866 - $2,186 a month

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dependent care reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid sick time

Qualifications

General academic student support
Educational support mentoring
Computer literacy
Professional ethics
Interactive learning teaching method
Working with individuals with chronic illnesses
Learning styles adaptability
Student social support
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Working with students
Instructional adaptability
Accommodations in instruction
Classroom Teaching
Multicultural competence in teaching

Full Job Description

Who We Are

Part-Time Faculty positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Submitting an application does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is the third largest city in Washington State with a thriving and diverse community of over 200,000 residents. Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to the Puyallup Reservation to make way for settlers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of this community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. TCC is committed to increasing Native visibility by developing a more culturally responsive curriculum.

TCC is an Associate and Bachelor degree granting public institution that serves a diverse population of approximately 12,000 students. We embrace our identity as a community college. Our students are 48% students of color, 60% female, and have a median age of 26. We embrace our identity as a community college. Our faculty are engaged in innovative work to improve student retention and program completion, and community success. According to the Community College Survey of Student Engagement, TCC ranks high on measures of active learning and academic challenge, thanks to our creative and scholarly faculty.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and the LGBTQIA2+ community. To increase our workforce, we seek to recruit employees who exemplify these attributes:

Committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population that reflects the diversity of our community.
Value intellectual curiosity and innovation.
Honors the campus mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities.
Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for historically underserved populations,
Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others.
Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

TCC offers two nursing degrees/certificates currently that include the Associates in Nursing Direct Transfer Agreement/Major Ready Program Degree which leads RN licensure, and the Nursing Assistant Certificate.

Position Summary

Provides instruction for Nursing Assistant courses and maintains course documentation and related Nursing Assistant Program communication. This position works closely with nursing faculty colleagues in the design, implementation and evaluation of the nursing assistant curriculum. This position works closely with the Nursing Assistant Program Director and reports to the Associate Dean for Nursing.

As a part-time faculty member NAC/CNA program, you will serve not only as an educator but also as a mentor, advocate, and role model for a diverse student population. This position offers the opportunity to shape future nursing assistants by teaching in various settings, including the classroom, skills labs, and clinical environments, while advancing equity and excellence in nursing assistant education.

Essential Functions

Provide high-quality on-site and/or online instruction in entry-level caregiving competencies for Nursing Assistant students.
Plan, select, and implement appropriate active-learning strategies aligned with course competencies and program outcomes.
Develop, select, and use reliable and valid formative and summative assessment methods to evaluate student learning and competency attainment.
Communicate course competencies, performance expectations, grading standards, attendance policies, and other relevant course information in written and/or electronic formats at the start of each course.
Deliver instruction using inclusive teaching practices that accommodate diverse learning styles and student needs.
Provide academic guidance and support to students regarding course progress, program requirements, and related academic concerns.
Regularly review and revise instructional methods, materials, learning activities, and assessment tools to support continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively with administrators, faculty colleagues, and staff to support coordinated instruction and program goals.
Use learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and instructional technologies to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment.
Participate actively in departmental responsibilities, including curriculum review, program development, assessment activities, and faculty meetings.
Engage in ongoing evaluation of student learning outcomes and program effectiveness.
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, healthcare professionals, and community partners.
Communicate clearly and professionally through effective written, oral, and listening skills.
Actively promote equity, inclusion, and belonging by addressing barriers to student success and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) from an accredited college or university, in accordance with WAC 246-841A-430.
2 years of recent (within the past 5 years) work experience in home health care or other healthcare settings that utilize nursing assistants.
At least 1 year of experience within the past three years providing care to elderly and/or chronically ill individuals of any age.
Current, active, and unencumbered LPN or RN license in the State of Washington.
Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and support diverse student populations, with a clear commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success.
Must meet all applicable Washington Administrative Code (WAC) requirements, including (WAC) 246-841-470(7)(b)

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university
2 years of teaching experience

Conditions of Employment

The finalist for this position will be subject to a criminal background check prior to the start of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily prevent employment, but will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by HR staff.
Tacoma Community College has no responsibility or obligation to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Hold a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in Washington, or eligible for licensure in the state of Washington.

The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate

Ethics and integrity, and sound professional judgment.
Ability to deliver instruction using active learning methods which accommodate different learning styles.
Ability to plan, select, prepare and implement appropriate active learning activities to meet all course competencies.
Ability to develop, utilize and/or update course competence and summaries.
Excellent oral/written communication skills.
Ability to maintain competency in the occupational field.
Demonstrated ability and experience working with diverse populations.
Ability to work collaboratively with other colleagues and staff.
Ability to provide guidance and advice to students as needed.
Working knowledge of computer concepts.
Ability and willingness to use innovative teaching techniques & infuse technology in the teaching and learning process.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues and staff representing diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and learning abilities.
A strong commitment to teaching in a community college setting, responding to the broad ranging needs of a diverse student population.

Application Process

Complete application packages must include the following: (Packages received that do not contain all materials will not be considered by the screening committee.) Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which will include a teaching demonstration. All documents submitted as part of your application package become property of the college and will not be returned.

Application materials must be submitted online through our website.

Tacoma Community College application.

Resume & cover letter describing how your educational background and work experience align with the responsibilities and qualifications of the position.

Copies of transcripts for all colleges and universities attended (official transcripts will be required for the successful candidate).

Tacoma Community College desires candidates who have two or more of the following characteristics. Please provide a statement of no more than two pages that address how you meet two or more of these characteristics. Candidates with less work experience should be specific as to how they demonstrate commitment. Candidates with more work experience should be specific about what they have done as well as what they would like to do.
- Knowledge of the challenges faced by minoritized students (historically marginalized or excluded) and a demonstrated commitment to addressing disparities within an institutional setting.
- Experience in, or demonstrated commitment to, teaching, mentoring, or providing services to support the academic success of minoritized students.
- Experience in or demonstrated commitment to incorporating culturally relevant and inclusive classroom practices into teaching and mentorship.
- Personal connection to the College’s strategic goal of advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion as well as the ability to draw on your own positionality to enrich the student experience.

Terms of Employment
This is a part time faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Part time faculty salary range is per credit hour starting at $1,866- $2,186 . Salary ranges are subject to any approved COLA’s after initial placement. If applicable, Lab credit hours are paid at 50% the credit hour rate. Professional Services hours are paid at a flat rate of $46.00-$46.00 per hour.

Tacoma Community College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Tacoma Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Stephen Smith, Title VII and Title IX, Building 14, 253-566-5055; Kathryn Held, Section 504 Officer, Student Affairs Administration Office at 253-566-5115. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Tacoma Community College
Human Resources
6501 S 19th St Bldg. 14, Tacoma WA 98466
http://www/tacomacc.edu/about/employment

The benefits information presented on this page is a summary of College provided benefits. This information is subject to change and is subject to the provisions of any legislative mandates and College policy changes. For more detailed information about Tacoma Community College (TCC) benefits, please do not hesitate to contact the College benefits coordinator at (253) 566-5024.

TCC offers a comprehensive benefits package which include medical, dental, life insurance, and long- term disability insurance through the Public Employee Benefits Board (PEBB), along with retirement benefits through TIAA and the Department of Retirement System

Eligibility
Full-time faculty, classified staff, administrators and professional staff are eligible for benefits. Hourly employees and part-time faculty may be eligible for benefits if, and when, they meet specific criteria and are notified by TCC Human Resources.

Effective Date of Coverage
Coverage begins the first day of the month following the date of hire, or date of achieving eligibility status. If the date of hire is the first working day of the month, coverage begins immediately.

Health Insurance
Medical Plans
Eligible employees have several medical plan options to select from (provided by PEBB). Employees pay a monthly premium through payroll deduction.

Premium Rates Effective January 1, 2024

Resources:
PEBB Website

Medical Plan information

PEBB Medical Plan Comparison

Dental Plans
Employees choose from three dental plans. TCC covers the full dental premium for employees and enrolled dependents.

Resource:
Dental Plan Comparison

Vision
Covered under medical plan chosen.

Waiving Medical Coverage
If you have other employer-based medical insurance, Medicare or TRICARE, you have the option to waive PEBB medical coverage. Dental is mandatory for all eligible employees and cannot be waived, unless enrolled in dental coverage as a dependent under a SEBB (School District Employee Benefits Board) plan.

Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) & Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) & Limited Purpose FSA
FSA & DCAP accounts allow employees to set aside pre-taxed dollars to cover out-of-pocket health care and/or childcare expenses.

Members of WFSE (HE CCC) and WPEA, will be eligible to receive a $250 FSA card if employed as of November 1, 2023 with an annual full-time equivalent salary of less than $60,000, and is enrolled in a non-CDHP medical plan as of January 1 of the plan year that FSA funds are made available. This card is
issued by PEBB in the following January and does not count against the annual FSA limit, if enrolled in an FSA with Navia.

The Limited Purpose FSA is eligible for employees who are enrolled in a consumer-directed health plan (CDHP) that has a Health Savings Account. The Limited Purpose FSA is only for dental and vision expenses.

Resource:
Navia Benefit Solutions

Life Insurance
Benefits eligible employees, lawful spouse or same-sex domestic partner, dependent children under 26 years of age are eligible to enroll in life insurance. Coverage is effective first of the month following the date of employment for basic coverage; for optional coverage, amounts become effective the first of the month following approval date.

Basic Coverage: $35,000 Basic Term Life & $5,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) This is employer-provided at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental Life Insurance Coverage(s): Any supplemental term life insurance and AD&D coverage for employee, lawful spouse, qualified same-sex domestic partner, and family is available at additional cost to the employee.

Resource:
MetLife Life Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD)
Basic LTD: Provides 60% of the first $400 pre-disability earnings, reduced by any deductible income at no cost to the employee.

Supplemental LTD: Supplemental LTD coverage to replace at 60% or 50% of full pre-disability earnings is available at an additional cost to the employee.

Resource:
PEBB Long-Term Disability Insurance

PAID LEAVE
Classified staff, Administrators, and Professional staff are eligible for paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave, along with paid federal holidays. Classified Monthly vacation entitlement amounts can vary from 11.33 to 16.67 hours per month depending on the length of state service. Administrator/Exempt Professional vacation leave is 16.00 hours per month. Monthly sick leave entitlement is 8.00 hours per month based on 100% FTE position and will be prorated accordingly if less than 100% FTE. Annual personal leave entitlement varies depending on employee type. Full-time classified, administrators, and professional staff are paid for all federal holidays.

Full-time faculty receive 84.00 hours of paid sick leave per academic year along with 28.00 hours of personal leave. Full-time faculty are paid on an annual contract and do not receive pay for federal holidays.

Part-time faculty receive sick leave each quarter using a formula based on the total FTE% from the cumulative teaching contracts issued to them that quarter. They would receive 7.00 hours of personal leave if they are issued a multi-quarter appointment at the start of the academic year. Part-time faculty do not receive pay for federal holidays.

Part-time hourly and student employees receive 1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked in a month (and fractions, thereof). Up to 40 hours of sick leave can carry over from one calendar year to the next.
If a part-time hourly or student employee is hired into a full-time position, the sick leave hours earned in the part-time position do not carry over to the full-time position. Part-time hourly and student employees are not paid for federal holidays.

Monthly entitlements are given at the beginning of the following month.
All employees in salaried positions may take up to five days of paid bereavement time off for the death of a family member. This is separate from the sick leave or vacation leave.

RETIREMENT
Retirement participation is mandatory for retirement benefit eligible TCC employees. Employees are offered a choice between two retirement plans and that choice is generally irrevocable while employed at TCC.

Classified Employees and (retirement eligible) Part-Time hourly:

Classified employees and eligible part-time hourly employees must choose between the Public Employees Retirement Systems (PERS) Plan 2 or Plan 3. More information about these plans can be found at this link: Department of Retirement Systems Plans

Faculty:
Faculty can choose to enroll in the State Board Retirement Plan (SBRP) with the plan administrator being TIAA or the Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Plan 2 or Plan 3 administered by the Department of Retirement System (DRS). Prior history in any of these plans may limit current plan choice.

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