Adjunct Faculty-Nursing

About the role

Ivy Tech Community College is a community based technical college which places primary emphasis on excellence in the classroom instruction. Faculty members are expected to demonstrate and maintain competence in each of the following areas throughout their employment at the college.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform all instructional duties to facilitate student learning in assigned classes.
• Provide syllabus to students; follow syllabus content and requirements.
• Maintain student attendance and grading records.
• Submit requested information within established timelines.
• Deal with student concerns; consult with program chair to resolve issues.
• Meet all scheduled classes of contracted course.
• Use classroom technology (Blackboard, PowerPoint, etc) as appropriate.
• Notify program chair in event of any emergency.
• Conduct all work activities with an appreciation and respect for diversity of population, views and learning styles.
• The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Additional information

A full- or part-time faculty member in the Associate of Science Degree in Nursing (ASN) and Practical Nursing (PN) program must meet all of the following criteria:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse and,
• Possesses a current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse license, and
• The majority of faculty shall hold master's degrees in nursing.
• Faculty with Bachelor's degrees in nursing must meet ALL of the following requirements:

a. Within one semester of initial appointment, must have a written academic plan of study for completion of a Master's degree in nursing, and b. Provides ongoing documentation (each semester) demonstrating matriculation towards completion of a Master's degree in nursing, and c. Continued employment of a person who does not hold a Master's degree in nursing shall be contingent upon documented progress towards their approved academic plan.

Preferred Qualifications

• Competency in teaching courses in assigned area attained through actual classroom teaching experience.
• Writing and grammar skills.
• Ability to communicate concepts to students to assist in their learning.
• Ability to organize tasks and establish priorities with little or no direct supervisor input.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.

Pay and benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our part-time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.