Position Details:
The Adjunct/Part-time Instructor assumes responsibility for performance of all functions generally identified by the college as within the realms of the instructor.
Responsibilities:
- Participates in planning, implementing and evaluating the teaching-learning process in the classroom, laboratory or clinical setting.
- Maintains accurate and complete course records as required by KC.
- Keeps abreast of current trends in education and nursing practice to improve his/her instructional ability.
- Maintains public relations with assigned clinical agencies to include assessing the adequacy of available clinical learning experiences.
- Works with theory instructors in planning and carrying out evaluation of nursing techniques.
- Refers students to appropriate references when indicated.
- Performs other duties as requested by the Program Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
- Hold a current license of privilege to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Texas;
- Show evidence of teaching abilities and maintaining current knowledge, clinical expertise, and safety in subject area of teaching responsibility;
- Hold a master’s degree or doctorate degree, in nursing;
- A minimum of 3 years of associated work experience.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Willing to work within the philosophical framework of Kilgore College and the Associate Degree Nursing Program.
- Works effectively within a group or independently.
- Is student oriented and able to meet deadlines.
- Establish and maintain professional relationships with peers, colleagues and students.
- Creates climate conducive to student learning and peer relationships.
- Possesses a realistic estimate of own strengths and weaknesses and a willingness to seek assistance appropriately.
- Evaluates the learning situation and implements decisions in the best interest of the students.
Salary Range & Fringe Benefits:
- This is a part-time hourly or Adjunct position, nineteen hours per week at the rate of $40/hour for MSN, $45/hour for DNP or Ph.D; or per course pay for Adjunct class assignments
- Worker’s compensation
- Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan
Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program.