Nursing Instructor

POSITION: Nursing Instructor- Health and Human Services Division/Nursing

The ACEN Accredited Associate Degree Nursing Program, a cooperative program between York Technical College and the University of South Carolina at Lancaster. The successful candidate for the permanent positions will be assigned primarily to the USC Lancaster campus and/or York Technical College and will participate fully in campus life and activities.

STARTING SALARY- Actual starting salary may be commensurate with qualifications. (Class UG70/Band 00/Slot0033). Position # 143559.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Master's degree in Nursing, an unencumbered active license as a registered nurse in South Carolina or another Compact state, and have a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered or advanced practice nurse related to the primary area of responsibility. Previous teaching experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of instructional methodologies and alternative delivery methods. Communication skills to interact verbally and in written form with students, peers, administrators, and the general public. Ability to work independently and in groups. Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative, working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and other professional organizations. Ability to multi-task and meet timelines. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work evenings as needed. Ability to travel within the three county service areas.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Teaching Performance: Provides students with appropriate course materials (syllabus, calendar, policy statements or guidelines). Adhere to course competencies in the preparation and delivery of quality instruction. Be organized and prepared for classes. Teach and test relevant content. Pace instruction and vary delivery to meet different learning styles. Provide appropriate and timely feedback. Maintain a positive environment for optimum student performance. Provide for and value appropriate student input. Maintain accepted standards of achievement.


• Student Advisement: Provide appropriate academic guidance. Maintain office hours and be available during assigned and optimum times for advising. Cooperate as part of the advising team for the program. Assist students as possible in setting and meeting short and long-range educational goals. Take advantage of advising training. Learn and use computer resources to access data and properly advise students. Be knowledgeable of institutional policies, procedures and programs. Make referrals and conduct follow-up as appropriate. Use discretion in dealing with confidential information.


• Instructional Development: In coordination with the department manager and other faculty, prepare and maintain competency-based course syllabi and support materials for all courses. Assist with selection of textbooks and other instructional resources.


• College and/or other Community Service: Promote the College as possible. Assist in recruitment and placement. Cooperate with and participate in projects and activities of the College and as appropriate in the community. Serve on advisory committees as requested. Promote and support the continuing education program of the College. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with College personnel.


• Professional Development: Seek ways to keep current in the teaching field. Develop an annual professional development plan (with short and long-range goals) in keeping with the College's mission and institutional goals. Participate in appropriate courses, seminars and workshops especially those that introduce new ideas or practices.


• Instructional Management: Maintain required and appropriate records and files. Submit all reports in an accurate and timely manner. Practice effective classroom management. Prioritize duties and use time wisely. Maintain current files for courses. Handle student work and records in a professional manner. Performs other duties as required.

To apply, please complete an on-line employment application at www.yorktech.edu/hr or come to the Human Resources Department, 452 South Anderson Road, Rock Hill, SC, 29730, to complete an on-line employment application. Applications accepted until November 15, 2013.

YORK TECHNICAL COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PURSUANT TO SECTION 41-1-110 OF THE CODE OF LAWS OF SC, AS AMENDED, THE LANGUAGE USED IN THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CREATE AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE EMPLOYEE AND THE EMPLOYER

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