Assistant Teaching Professor (Nursing)

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Type of Position:
Faculty - Non-Tenure

Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas Pulaski Technical College

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College at North Little Rock is an integral part of the Arkansas Technical and Community College System maintained by the State of Arkansas. The college is governed by the University of Arkansas System Board of Trustees and a seven-member Board of Visitors and derives its support largely from student tuition and fees and legislative appropriations.

UA - Pulaski Tech, a comprehensive two-year college, offers associate degree and certificate programs for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities and/or for career preparation and advancement. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:
Practical Nursing

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Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College in North Little Rock, Arkansas, is accepting applications for a full-time, 11-month position as an Assistant Teaching Professor (Nursing). The Assistant Teaching Professor (Nursing) will be responsible for teaching students in both classroom and clinical settings. This position requires a commitment to teaching in a dynamic community college setting and the ability to successfully interact and respond to the broad ranging needs of an academically and culturally diverse campus setting.

General Responsibilities:

• Full-time faculty are professionals with the responsibility of providing a quality learning experience for UA - Pulaski Technical College students. Faculty perform instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning. The successful hire will teach nursing courses as assigned. Other responsibilities of this position include:
• Maintenance of office hours/establishing a campus presence in accordance with UA-PTC Campus Presence Policy 623.
• Advising a caseload of students in the discipline or in a related or general field of study.
• Actively and consistently participating in orientations, professional development workshops, all mandatory or required training, events, and meetings, such as commencement and convocation.
• Establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative working relationships with students, colleagues and staff.
• Demonstrating a willingness to use contemporary educational techniques and technology.
• Maintaining skills or knowledge required for the discipline.
• Utilizing syllabus, timeline of class curriculum and other information to present information in a timely manner for the success of students.
• Arranging for the acquisition and preparation of appropriate materials and equipment in a timely manner necessary to meet course objectives.
• Providing prompt and accurate records of assessments and final grade reports.
• Demonstrating consistent professionalism with students and commitment to working cooperatively with campus personnel to fulfill the Mission of the College.
• Reviewing and selecting the textbooks and/or other materials needed for each course taught.
• Actively communicating, maintaining, and collaborating with the Advisory Committee for the discipline (if applicable). Faculty are expected to incorporate Advisory Committee feedback as appropriate.
• Completing all required reports, including but not limited to, course-level or program-level outcomes assessment and academic program review, within the prescribed time frame.
• Other duties as assigned by the department chair, school dean, or Provost.

Other responsibilities of this position include:
• Active participation in non-instructional campus responsibilities (considered service to the College), such as shared governance committee work, scholarship review committee or reader, appeals committee assignments, awards committee, participation in department, school, or campus wide initiatives, representing the college at recruitment and other community events, serving as an advisor for a registered student organization, etc.
• Development of assessment of student learning and departmental programs.
• A commitment to developing and following institutional and departmental policies or procedures regarding classroom/laboratory safety.
• A commitment to student success and retention.
• Candidates for this position must possess a thorough knowledge of the teaching field, a commitment to high academic standards, and excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Participates in communication between all constituents/affiliates, both internal and external;
• Active, unencumbered registered nursing license for the state of Arkansas;
• Must be able to teach theory or clinical in either morning, evening, or weekend schedules;
• Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills;
• Microsoft Office proficiency;
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently toward course objectives; and
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing (RN);
• (2) Two years of registered nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing;
• (1) one year of nursing education experience (classroom or clinical)

Additional Information:

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Associates: $65,000-$69,999
Bachelors: $70,000-$74,999
Masters: $75,000-$80,000

Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s)

Optional Documents:

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information:

Human Resources
humanresources@uaptc.edu

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College is committed to providing a safe campus community. Title IX protects the college community from sexual harassment in a school's education programs and activities. This means that Title IX protects the college community in connection with all academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs of the school, whether those programs take place in a school's facilities, in college transportation, at a class or training program sponsored by the school at another location, or elsewhere.

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Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Benefits Eligible:
Yes