Post: 4-27-12
READVERTISED
INTENT TO EMPLOY
POSITION: NURSING INSTRUCTOR
(Continuation of position contingent upon grant renewal)
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum of a Masters degree in Nursing with clinical experience required.
• Three (3) years of work experience required.
• Active and unencumbered Alabama Registered Nursing license required.
• Ability to perform all nursing clinical rotation duties required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public required.
• Ability to project a professional and congenial demeanor required.
• Excellent oral, auditory, and written communication skills required.
• Basic computer (word processing) skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills required.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
DESIRED PROFILE:
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments.
• An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of a technical college.
• A sensitivity and commitment to cultural diversity.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks and various situations in a calm, professional manner.
• A commitment to teaching and learning, particularly where adult students and non-traditional students are involved.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTONS:
The Nursing Instructor shall perform the duties as specified in conformity with policies established by the Alabama State Board of Education and the J.F. Drake State Technical College Faculty and Staff Handbook.
• Provides quality classroom instruction in the area of Nursing.
• Informs students concerning course requirements, evaluation procedures, attendance requirements and academic progress.
• Seeks continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, and resources.
• Participates fully in the institutional planning process and assists in carrying out the overall mission of the College.
• Prepares and grades assignments, projects, and examinations as required.
• Assists in registration and pre-registration as needed
• Maintains an inventory of assigned equipment and supplies.
• Serves on college committees when requested.
• Submits required reports to the Division Chair, Associate Dean of Instruction or Dean of Instructional and Student Services.
• Informs students of educational and occupational opportunities.
• Provides a proper instructional environment and maintains good human relations in the classroom so that learning is more effective.
• Participates in faculty and professional organizations.
• Recommends library books and other instructional materials.
• Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts.
• Assumes other work related responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chair, Associate Dean of Instruction, Dean of Instructional and Student Services and/or the President.
SALARY: Appropriate placement on Alabama State Salary Schedule D-1
Salary Range $38,077 - $67,821 (nine months).
A summer contract may be available ($11,756 - $20,973 dependent upon enrollment.
APPLICATION: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Incomplete packets will not be considered. A complete application packet includes:
• A completed and signed DSTC application.
• Current resume.
• Official and sealed transcripts from all institutions from which any collegiate credit has been earned.
• Three signed letters of recommendations relevant to the position. Letters must be dated within past three years, printed on letterhead of the signer’s organization, and have an actual signature (no computer generated signatures). One letter must be from a current or former supervisor which verifies required experience. Reference letters must be from different individuals than the three names listed in the "reference" section of the application.
• All application packets must be received at the President’s office by the deadline listed below to be considered.
J. F. Drake State Technical College employment forms are available on line at www.drakestate.edu or from the President’s Office. The completed application should be returned to:
J. F. Drake State Technical College
Office of the President/Nursing Instructor
3421 Meridian Street, North
Huntsville, Alabama 35811
Telephone (256) 551-5214
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, May 21, 2012 @ 4:30 p.m.
ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: June, 2012
Applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at his/her own expense. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. J. F. Drake State Technical college is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
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J. F. Drake State Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Departmentof Postsecondary Education, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the State Board of Education, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. J. F. Drake State Technical College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.