Lead Instructor Nursing - Hybrid

Lead Faculty, College of Nursing

General Summary

• Provide guidance and/or supervision to faculty relative to instructional methods, course content and professional development; provide curriculum direction; complete administrative tasks to meet compliance standards; and serve as faculty member within appropriate department.
• Teach a maximum of 3 courses per term
• Fulfill responsibilities of an instructor to include, but not be limited to: preparation for courses, provide a high level of academic instruction, clearly document student progress through assessment activities, communicate with Academic Advisors regarding at risk students, post student attendance and final grades within prescribed timeframe; engage in professional development and faculty development activities as required
• Serve as faculty lead for academic program
• Participate in nursing program committee meetings, faculty meetings and other relevant university and College meetings.
• Create and manage course schedules, assign faculty, and hire new faculty, in collaboration with the Executive Program Director
• Monitor, guide, and mentor faculty on the delivery of course content based on nursing programmatic standards and best practices
• Actively participates in the initial collection, preparation, and periodic updates of all documentation required to meet accreditation and regulatory requirements for the faculty file, as well as nursing programmatic accreditation.
• Observes faculty, monitors applicable data, reports and dashboards, and reviews course elements to ensure quality of instruction and faculty activities meet Colorado Technical University’s faculty expectations.
• Conduct classroom observations and annual reviews of faculty; provide feedback to faculty regarding performance
• Reviews student-based and other evaluation sources, shares evaluations with faculty, identifies opportunities for improvement and works collaboratively to implement solutions.
• Provides support to faculty in times of need by professionally and expediently answering questions, addressing faculty issues, and resolving faculty complaints.
• Provides support to students in times of need by professionally and expediently answering questions, addressing student issues, and resolving student complaints.
• Monitor faculty effectiveness through review of student course evaluations
• Handle day-to-day administrative functions
• Assist clinical coordinator with practicum placements and clearance.
• Maintain a high level of faculty morale.
• Conducts monthly faculty meetings.
• Assist in the orientation of new faculty members; serve as a team member for faculty in-service meetings and new faculty orientation meetings
• Supports all CTU retention and completion/graduation initiatives.
• Understands the mission, vision, goals and academic standards policies of the University and espouses them in the performance of duties.
• Adhere to all CTU policies, procedures, integrity, and ethical standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Travel required for FNP lab in Colorado up to every 5 weeks (as applicable for APRN faculty). Additional occasional travel.
• Although this position is remote, lead faculty, maintain normal business hours of 8-5 CST.
• Provides flexibility in scheduling as needed, including evenings and weekends to meet student and business requirements.
• History and continuation of nursing thought leadership or scholarly activities is expected

Required Skills

• Documented expertise in interpersonal and oral presentation/written communication skills, as demonstrated by data sheets, diplomas, degrees, transcripts, certifications, CVs/Resumes, and personal interviews.
• Experience with computerized learning management systems and education technology tools is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications. This includes but is not limited to Word, excel, PowerPoint.
• Posses a blend of clinical, interpersonal, and leadership skills, including critical thinking, strong communication, patient education, and the ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of health conditions in order to provide current

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Terminal degree in Nursing required (DNP, DNSc, or PhD in Nursing)
• MSN with active, unencumbered RN license
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an online learning environment required.

What we offer*

• Salary Range between $82,400 and $115,000 Annually
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance - subject to eligibility
• Company paid tuition assistance -- subject to eligibility and approval
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Prenatal and adoption assistance
• Additional ancillary programs are available upon benefit enrollment eligibility

*Most benefits apply to full-time employees. Some benefits apply to part-time employees as well. Benefits may vary by location and position and are subject to change at any time. Ask your recruiter for full details and information about eligible dependents.

About Colorado Technical University (CTU)

For 55 years, Colorado Technical University has helped students fit a real-world education into their busy daily lives. With nearly 80 degree programs and concentrations in which students can pursue a variety of degrees at the Associate, Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral level. CTU provides flexible online classes, accessible through the Virtual Campus and the innovative, award winning CTU Mobile app. CTU has two brick and mortar campus locations in Colorado Springs and Denver South, Colorado. With the help of faculty and industry professionals, CTU has awarded over 109,000 degrees to traditional campus and online students since 1965. For more information about CTU, visit www.coloradotech.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colorado Technical University is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and considers all persons without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.