Adjunct Faculty - Undergraduate Nursing

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Instruct and facilitate meaningful learning of the course outcomes
in the curriculum and proactively support all facets of the
learning environment. Provide education through learning-centered
instruction that will enable graduates to fulfill the evolving
needs of the marketplace. Encourage a culture of learning that
values mutual responsibility and respect, life-long learning,
diversity, and ethics, as well as personal and professional
development. Assure that the South University philosophy of quality
service to students, development, growth, involvement, and
recognition of employees, and an environment conducive to
innovation, positive thinking, and expansion is considered in
carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position.
Participate in activities that promote the stature of the academic
programs, departments, and colleges and abide by the South
University Board of Trustees and administration's mandates.

(This is a campus-based position-not remote.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are representative of the essential
responsibilities of this position. Additional duties may be
assigned.

• Manage the educational process to ensure that every student is

involved in a positive educational experience through the learning,
teaching, and social environment.

• Perform faculty responsibilities as outlined in the faculty job

description in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement
to the South University Faculty/Staff Handbook.

• Provide course instruction that aligns with the South

University model of curricula and supports the South University
style of system delivery.

• Design and deliver instruction through the development of

instructional plans to meet course outcomes, the development of
activities that support lesson objectives, and online courses,
deliver the instruction as approved within each course shell.

• Effectively utilize technology in the classroom to support the

student learning experience.

• Enable the achievement of pre-defined outcomes for student

achievement and evaluation of learning by providing instruction
that fosters proficiency and establishes student performance
criteria and evaluation.

• Deliver learning-centered instruction by establishing an

educational environment conducive to learning and student
involvement and effectively planning and preparing for classes and
student success.

• Promote student success by showing flexibility in style and

work schedule and exhibiting a passion for teaching and students,
and engaging students in the learning process.

• Manage the educational environment by keeping accurate records,

submitting grades and other reports on time, and enforcing academic
and attendance policies consistent with the school, campus, or
online division.

• Relate professional/life/industry experience to learning by

continuing professional/technical skills development, the
introduction of industry perspective into courses, and the active
awareness of professional/industry trends and opportunities.

• Participate in the faculty development process to enhance

knowledge, skills, and abilities in learner-centered
instruction.

• Communicate consistently and effectively with supervisor(s),

faculty, and other South University administrators.

• Contribute to a learning culture by participating in curriculum

and system task forces, supporting local campus events such as
orientation and graduation, and participating in various other
workshops and meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QULIFICATIONS:

Educations:

• PhD in a field related to the classes to be taught is

preferred, master's degree required.

Experience:

• Zero to two years’ experience in instruction or formalized

education process, preferably in a post-secondary or college
institution.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the

ability to build successful relationships with student
populations.

• Outstanding conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated time management and detail-oriented skills.
• Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report

writing skills).

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet

frequently occurring deadlines.

• Ability to develop a professional rapport with diverse

school/campus constituents.

• Ability to develop and complete projects without continued

direct supervision

• Ability to learn from students’ participation, demonstrates

fair and consistent behavior in all matters, and shows compassion
without being ineffectual

• Ability to perform with legal and ethical boundaries.

License/Certifications:

• Unencumbered RN nursing License.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those encountered while performing the essential
functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the position.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces
diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and
graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a
diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and
perspectives can thrive.