Description:
This is a full-time contract position under the direction of the appropriate Division Director and the Dean of Technical Education. The primary assignment is to provide instructional services and learning facilitation for students in the Nursing Division by offering a variety of nursing related courses.
This assignment includes (but is not limited to) the following:
* Professional Responsibilities: participating in local, state and national professional organizations; keeping informed of current trends in nursing education and practice; serving as a role model for students, graduates and Registered Nurses; and maintaining Kansas RN licensure
* Institution Responsibilities: participating in college activities (general faculty meetings, in-service, committees); responding to assignments, schedule, budgets and carrying out any additional responsibilities or duties the administration deems necessary within the guidelines and policies established by the President and the Board of Trustees.
* Curricular/Program Responsibilities: cooperatively developing, implementing, evaluating and revising (as needed) curriculum in both didactic and clinical areas; interpreting the programs philosophy, policies, objectives and student role to clinical learning sites and follows the established policies/protocols of the clinical learning sites whether observational or hands on; planning, providing, supervising and evaluating learning experiences for students in class, campus lab and clinical learning sites; counseling, advising, and referring students as necessary for recruiting.
* Performing other relevant tasks as assigned.
Faculty Profile
Personal and Professional Qualities
* Strong commitment to quality teaching, student learning, and academic excellence.
* Learner-centered, able to facilitate the learning process, to inspire, motivate, and help students to succeed.
* Appreciation and respect for student role, contribution, and responsibility in the learning process.
* Commitment to develop learning outcomes and design alternative approaches to learning.
* Ability and willingness to apply knowledge of academic or occupational areas in designing strategies related to learning outcomes.
* Commitment to integrate new technologies and strategies into the learning process.
* Commitment to using technologies and instructional support resources to address learners' unique needs.
* Intellectual and ethical qualities that evoke confidence and respect.
* Enthusiasm, flexibility, openness to change, willingness to experiment and innovate.
* Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds and needs of community college students.
* Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Qualifications:
Minimum
License to practice nursing in Kansas, or eligibility for Kansas licensure; master's degree in nursing, current enrollment in or willingness to enroll in a graduate program leading to master's degree in nursing; teaching experience preferred.
Desirable
Preference will be given to those candidates who establish the highest level of professional competency as evidenced by:
* Community college teaching experience at multiple skill levels.
* Ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
* Knowledge of computer assisted learning strategies.
* Ability to motivate and teach students of diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
* Commitment to the discipline through involvement in professional organizations and activities.
* Clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods; speak and hear clearly in group settings and at distances of 30 feet; maintain physical mobility, alertness, and composure; utilize appropriate presentation materials and equipment; and transport self and equipment to various campus/community/area sites as needed.
Employment Conditions
Salary
Based on the minimum and/or desirable qualifications. Placement on the salary schedule is based on verification of experience, relevant degrees, and upper division/graduate course work. Position is a 172-day base contract plus 25-day contract extension.
Extensive Benefit Package
(Present annual value is approximately $4,900. Subject to change on a yearly basis.)
* Health care/hospitalization coverage for employees and eligible dependents (up to $301.00 paid monthly by Trustees toward premium cost).
* Limited dental program for employees and eligible dependents as part of health care plan.
* $15,000 group term life insurance for full-time college employees paid by Trustees.
* Paid sick leave 10 days annually, accumulates to 60 days total.
* Retirement coverage through Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS).
* TIAA-CREF 403-b employer matching program.
* Free GCCC tuition for employee, spouse, and minor dependents.
* Free pass for employee, spouse, and immediate family members to most college sponsored events.
* IRS Section 125 cafeteria salary reduction plan to purchase nontaxable health insurance, medical expense reimbursement, and dependent (child) care reimbursement.
* Free use of Super Circuit facilities for employee
Term of Employment
This is a full-time, faculty contract, bargaining unit position.
Selection Process
The screening committee will conduct all minimum qualification appraisals as set forth on the vacancy notice and reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant an interview. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the time and place of the interview. Interviews are usually held on the Garden City Community College campus and are conducted by an Interview Committee. Additional interviews and/or teaching demonstrations may be required. Travel costs related to all interviews will be borne by the applicant.
How To Apply:
To complete the application process, candidates must submit:
1. Application letter expressing interest in position
2. Completed GCCC application form. To download application in .pdf format Click Here
3. Personal resume
4. Copy of college transcripts and appropriate certificates
5. Up to three current letters of recommendation submitted directly to the Director of Human Resources by the individual providing the reference.
Contact
Garden City Community College
801 Campus Drive
Garden City, KS 67846
Phone: 620-276-9794
Fax: 620-276-9573
Equal Opportunity
Garden City Community College does not discriminate against applicants, employees or students on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, or other non-merit reasons, or handicap, nor will sexual harassment be tolerated, in its employment practices and/or educational programs or activities. Those concerned about the above should contact Cathy McKinley, Garden City Community College, 801 Campus Drive, Garden City, KS 67846, 620-276-9574.
ADA/Equal Access
Garden City Community College is complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and is committed to equal and reasonable access to facilities and programs for all employees, students and visitors. Those with ADA concerns, or who need special accommodations, should contact Kellee Munoz, Accommodations Coordinator, Garden City Community College, 801 Campus Drive, Garden City, KS 67846, 620-276-9638.
