Simulation Specialist Nursing & Allied Health

Position Summary :

The Community Colleges offer two-year liberal arts degrees as well as certificate programs in technical, career and occupational fields.

The Colleges make their educational efforts available to a varied population within which specific skills may be lacking in basic subject areas necessary for success in higher education.

The Simulation Specialist, Nursing and Allied Health Assists with the management of remedial and supplemental tutoring and skill building training to improve student proficiency in nursing and Allied Health.

The incumbent may teach one or more classes in the assigned discipline.

Example of Job Duties :

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Allied Health, the Simulation Specialist is accountable for providing the remedial and learning assistance needed to improve students’ proficiency in an assigned academic subject area by assisting in these essential functional areas :

• Program development.assist with the design and development of tutorial and instructional programs which meet the skill improvement needs of students in an assigned subject area.
• Service delivery.is accountable for the effective and efficient delivery of learning assistance services to the College’s students in an assigned subject area.
• Training and development of staff.will assist in the training of an appropriately qualified staff in order to assure their effective performance.
• Alternative curricular design.is accountable for aiding in the development, implementation, and evaluation of alternative curricular designs.
• Research
• In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is required to carry out the essential duties of : Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies;

Service on assigned committees and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings.

These may involve attendance at evening or weekend events.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and student.

They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Minimum Qualifications :

Master’s degree in a field closely related to the position’s specialty together with one (1) or more years of related experience which includes one (1) or more years of experience in the supervision of the work of others;

or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following :

• Academic and skills assessment methods.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, implementation and evaluation
• Familiarity with physical and learning disabilities.
• Remedial, developmental and adult education methods and techniques.
• Computer-based instructional technology.
• Supervision of staff.
• Budget management.
• Must hold a current, unrestricted R.N. license.
• At least two (2) years prior full-time employment, or the equivalent, in clinical practice is required.

Substitutions Allowed :

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references.

Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Three (3) years teaching experience in nursing and allied health.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.

Starting Salary :

Anticipated Salary; $72,784 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.

Position may become permanent tenure track depending on funding, college needs and student enrollment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include generous leave policies; ; and many choices for . You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable.