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POSITION Associate Degree Nursing Adjunct Instructor [Part-time, Non-benefitted]
APPLY BY Position Open Until Filled
HIRE DATE To Be Determined
DIVISION Health Occupations
REPORTS TO Executive Dean of Health Occupations
CLASSIFICATION Exempt
POSTING DATE 9/30/2025
SUMMARY
This position delivers Associate Degree Nursing education and training to students. Instructors promote student success by
demonstrating and maintaining instructional excellence and currency in their field. This position may include virtual,
classroom, and clinical instruction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
• Teaches Associate Degree Nursing courses/clinicals and educates students includes: developing lesson plans and
curriculum; providing instruction, monitoring student progress to ensure academic success; assigning student
grades; and teaching assigned subject(s). Assesses the effectiveness of student learning and improves teaching
based on those assessment findings.
- Prepares for assigned classes, including developing course syllabi; organizing and maintaining classroom(s) to
facilitate learning; preparing required course elements in the learning management system; reviewing & updating
curriculum to meet required accreditation standards; and performing related tasks.
- Maintains knowledge of current industry trends by attending conferences, joining professional organizations, and
performing related tasks.
- Performs institutional requirements, including participating in events and meetings as required; orienting new
instructors; and planning events to assist in promoting student access, completion, and post-graduate success.
- Gains and maintains required professional certifications, including requirements related to the Wisconsin Technical
College System and the Higher Learning Commission.
- Performs other related duties and non-instructional activities as assigned.
- This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will
vary depending on the strategic priorities of the College.
Functional Specific Responsibilities May Include:
• Assisting in developing and managing a program budget to purchase and maintain supplies.
- Organizing activities aimed at promoting student success in programs.
- Monitoring training areas to ensure compliance with safety requirements.
- Assisting with student recruitment and marketing of the program as needed.
- Maintains current licensure, knowledge, skills, and attitudes consistent with the legal and ethical practice of
Registered Nursing.
- The Associate Degree Nursing Instructor position may require evening and weekend hours as well as delivery of
curriculum off site.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• Master's degree in Nursing or related field, two plus years of applicable experience; or equivalent combination of
education and experience, based on assigned discipline, employment in nursing field within the last 5 years and
two years previous teaching experience in a higher education environment preferred.
- Various certifications as required by subject area and/or the College including a current Wisconsin Registered
Nurse licensure, CPR certification, Wisconsin Technical College System/Higher Learning Commission faculty
qualifications, Wisconsin Caregivers Background Check requirements, and a valid Wisconsin driver’s license with
the ability to drive to and from clinical sites located throughout our district.
