Adjunct (PT) teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.
Under general supervision, this individual will assist in the development, prepare, and teach Health Careers courses within the department as well as participate in the organization, administration, continuous review, planning development, and general effectiveness of clinical experiences for students enrolled in a health careers training program. Instructional responsibilities require a broad-based knowledge of the role of the nursing assistant in the health industry. Adjunct faculty may also be responsible for advising and recruiting students and collaborating with business and industry partners to provide necessary training and education
Duties/Functions
Teaching
Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:
- developing learner centered lesson plans
- employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
- incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
- creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
- preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
- conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate
Professional Development
Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:
- participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
- participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies
Administration
Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:
- maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
- providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions, maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)
- complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations
Student Support
Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
- addressing student concerns in a timely manner
- promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
- referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate
- Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain student records
- Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor
Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required
- Associate degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution with the ability to obtain a bachelor’s degree within 2 years of hire.
- North Carolina Registered Nurse unencumbered license or the ability to attain one prior to hire.
Education Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
Experience Required
- Two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistants
- Two years of work experience as a Registered Nurse, i.e., 4000 hours in the United States
- Post-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience in Nursing Assistant topics using any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars.
Experience Preferred
- Greater than two years of relevant industry experience with administrative and clinical procedures routinely performed by nursing assistants
- Experience teaching in a community college
- Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
- Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems
KSA Required
The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Respect Diversity
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Effectively implement and apply technology solutions
KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements
Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):
1. Reporting Requirements
2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
Department Trainings/Requirements:
1. Bloodborne pathogens/personal protective equipment training (yearly)
2. Automatic electronic defibrillator/CPR certification (renewal every 2 years)
3. Documented immunity to Hepatitis B with positive titer and other immunizations (if required by affiliated clinical agencies)
4. Documented flu vaccination. (yearly)
5. Documented negative/clear TB status (yearly except biannual is Gold blood test used)
Physical Demands
1. Physical Requirements
a. Hear and see
b. Stand extended periods of time (up to 4 hours)
c. Stoop, bend, squat, lift, reach overhead
d. Lift, push, or pull 10 lbs.
2. Work hours may include day, evening, weekend responsibilities
3. Travel may be involved
OTHER:
Acceptable results on background screening consisting of Criminal Background Check (CBC), Office of Inspector General Review (OIG), and 12 panel drug screen (upon hire).
Posting Type Adjunct Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2018-020-TEMP-P
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