Job Description
Job Description
Description :
Do you have a heart for teaching? Are you a dedicated teacher that is driven by ensuring exceptional student success? If so, Joyce University has a place for you.
We are hiring adjunct faculty to teach in our MSN program. Faculty must have a DNP / PhD with preferred certifications in any of these specialties, CNE, NE-BC, NI-BC, FNP-BC, AGNP-BC, APHN-BC, and / or AHN-BC, and 3+ years of experience teaching and developing graduate-level courses. We prefer a candidate with experience serving as a peer evaluator or site visitor for CCNE or ACEN.
You will be responsible for teaching courses as assigned on a term-to-term basis and participating in department meetings and functions. You will have the opportunity to be part of a team of educators leading and preparing the next generation of nurses and health care professionals.
WHAT YOU DO EVERYDAY :
Teaching
Student Focused / Student Centered Approach :
- Interact in a fair and impartial way with students
- Support and assess student academic achievement
- Counsel students within the field of nursing and uphold the regulations of the University
- Motivate students to further their education and professional development
Instructional Excellence :
Follow the academic course syllabus for assigned coursesEnsure that course is accurate and ready prior to student activityPresent course material in a manner that will interest and motivate studentsEffectively utilize class materialsPrepare and effectively explain homework, projects and testsMaintain as a safe learning environment in a respectful and inclusive mannerEncourage student input and analytical communicationRespond to student inquiries in a timely manner (within 24 hours)Promptly return graded student work within 72 hours of submissionUtilize effective instructional techniqueSatisfy course learning objectivesParticipate in course through announcements, discussion posts / lectures at least 3x / weekAt least one hour per week of virtual office hoursProvide a recorded weekly course overview (with voice) for students to viewMaintain a social presence in the course by responding to student’s initial posts on the discussion board, posting announcements (weekly and as needed), answering emails within 24 hours, grading assignments in a timely manner, and providing a weekly launch post and summaryFaculty behaviors :
Adhere to University policies, including policies in the student and faculty handbookService
Administrative :
Enforce the University rules as published in the University CatalogReport class attendance in accordance with policy and procedureNotify Student Services when students are non-responsive or absent from classSubmit grades and records accurately and promptlyReport any course or University-related problems to the BSN Program DirectorProfessional :
Attend faculty and committee meetingsActively participate in University activitiesCollaborate with faculty and staff colleaguesAdapt to course assignments and scheduling needsParticipate when needed in curriculum and faculty development activitiesPersonal Development
Regular interaction with nursing and healthcare professionals through advisory boards, site visits or other structured contactParticipation in professional associations and societiesResearch
Active reading and study in nursingParticipation in professional conferences, preferable as a presenterCompletion of professional seminars or continuing education courses in the teaching disciplineStudy the art and science of teaching through reading peer-reviewed researchComplete professional development activities in accordance with the University professional development policy and the individual faculty member's professional development plan as outlined by the Program DirectorExperiment with various teaching methods and share the results with colleagues.Requirements :
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :
Required licensure : RN License, unencumbered
Required education : DNP / PhD degree
Required experience : 3+ Years of experience teaching and developing graduate level courses
Preferred Certifications : CNE, NE-BC, NI-BC, APHN-BC, and / or AHN-BC
Preferred experience : Accreditation, site visitor, or peer evaluator
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Location : Online, Home Based, Remote
Employment Status : Adjunct Contract
Pay type : Contract
Travel : 0%
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORUTNITY POLICY :
Joyce University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.