Instructor - Nursing Assistant

Description

WCTC is a vibrant and expanding higher education institution dedicated to providing students with a transformative, hands-on educational experience. At WCTC, we do not just educate; we transform lives.
Our campuses provide a vibrant learning environment equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and facilities dedicated to hands-on learning. We take pride in creating an environment that fosters lifelong learning for both our students and the communities we serve. Our relevant curriculum ensures that our graduates are well-prepared to excel in their chosen fields in the community.
The School of Health invites you to consider a full-time faculty position in the Nursing Assistant program at WCTC. As a Full-Time Instructor for Nursing Assistant, your primary responsibility is to facilitate the learning and development of aspiring Nursing Assistants. You will be responsible for planning and delivering instructional content, assessing student performance, and creating an inclusive environment. A successful candidate will provide a technology-rich learning experience to inspire and engage students.
Under direct supervision of the Associate Dean, the primary responsibility is providing instruction to students enrolled in Nursing Assistant.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

1. Develop and maintain course curriculum. Align curriculum to departmental, state, and/or other applicable standards and outcomes.2. Plan, deliver and facilitate student learning, including providing ongoing quality feedback to students.3. Assess student attainment of learning outcomes and critical life skills (both formative and summative), at the course, program, and college level.4. Collect, report, analyze, and use data to support continuous improvement at the course, program and college level.5. Use technology to facilitate student learning, college processes, and personal productivity.6. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.7. Participate as a productive member of a team.8. Maintain college learning resources and equipment.9. Participate in recruitment and retention activities.10. Pursue ongoing professional development, maintain occupational competency, and ensure knowledge of current laws and regulations related to the profession(s) in which instruction is provided.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrated working knowledge of programmatic discipline, curriculum development, effective teaching/learning principles, and evaluation.Effective interpersonal communication skills - oral, written, active listening, and non-verbal cues. Strong customer service skills which includes working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.Ability to effectively integrate technology into instructional delivery and assessment. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal (staff, management, personnel) and external contacts (employers, clients, and vendors). Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work and/or the improvement of processes and/or systems. Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and/or with minimal supervision Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing priorities. Intermediate level of proficiency with computer software applications such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation programs. Knowledge of and familiarity with video-conferencing and technologies associated with adult-centric teaching and learning, as well as within specific programmatic disciplines, which may include web technologies, operating systems, online program tracking platforms, social media platforms, mobile technology tools, and/or AV/multimedia applications and equipment.
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
1. Must meet State and Federal certification requirements for a Nursing Assistant Instructor (RN licensed to practice in Wisconsin, who has at least 2 years of experience working as a registered nurse, of which at least one year of experience shall be providing care in a nursing home or long-term care facility).
2. Must be a Registered Nurse with an active nursing license from the State of Wisconsin.
3. Two years of teaching experience (include teaching of Nursing Assistant courses) preferred.
4. Two years recent (within the past five years) work experience in Home Health Care, or other health care settings which utilizes Nursing Assistants.Supplemental Information

The Instructor – Nursing Assistant position supports the School of Health and is available to start by June 1st, 2024.
This is a full-time instructor position on a flexible year-round calendar. Teaching assignments include variable hours, including days, evenings and weekends.
This position is looking to fill one vacancy.
Application Materials
All candidates (both internal and external) must attach a current resume to their online job application. A cover letter is optional.
Finalists will need to submit proof of education (official transcripts) at time of hire.
Interviews
Hiring will be delayed as this position has a start date of June 1st, 2024.
Selected candidates will be invited to participate in an on-site interview scheduled for Friday, April 5, 2024.
WCTC offers a wide range of outstanding benefits. Benefits include, but not limited to:

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, flex spending accounts, and much more

Generous time off and holiday schedule

Eligibility in the Wisconsin Retirement System (ETF)

Opportunities for professional growth and development (including tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver)

Well-being activities to support personal and professional well-being

Collaborative and supportive team environment