Adjunct Nurse Aide/Nursing Support Technician Instructor

Salary: See Position Description

Location : Tanner, AL

Job Type: Adjunct

Job Number: 06887

College/Division: CCC-201140-Health Sciences

Opening Date: 10/13/2025

Closing Date: Continuous

Campus Location: Calhoun Community College

Position Summary

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise. The instructor will adhere to the general faculty guidelines as specified by the Calhoun Community College Personnel Handbook, the Vice President of Academic Affairs, and the Alabama Community College System policy. Adjunct instructors are hired on a temporary basis related to enrollment demands.

Salary: Dependent upon level of education and amount of credit/contact hours taught

Work Hours: Classes are taught day, evening, and weekends on the Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park campuses, and several off-campus sites. In addition, multiple forms of distance education are offered.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

An on-line application

Current résumé

Copy of college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)

Copy of industry recognized certification(s)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide competent classroom and laboratory instruction in the area of credentialed expertise.

Teach at varied times and places and in varied formats based on student demand; day or evening, on the Decatur and Huntsville/Research Park Campus or at other approved sites, including dual enrollment, traditional classroom, hybrid or web format, and distance education.

Evaluate the progress of students in all classes according to institutional, divisional, departmental, and individual criteria.

Assist in the development of discipline-specific student learning outcome objectives.

Assess student learning using multiple assessment strategies.

Analyze and interpret data relative to student learning and provide feedback to the institution and students for the purpose of improving and expanding student learning.

Collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records including grades, attendance rosters, absences, withdrawal, and/or class drop information to appropriate offices.

Prepare or assist in the preparation of materials used in academic administration when requested, including course syllabi, program outlines, and catalog material.

Participate in scheduled professional development activities.

Coordinate and facilitate student recruitment and program promotional events and activities.

Provide academic and career advice to students and promote student leadership and enrichment experiences.

Be prompt and punctual in reporting for work. Maintain assigned office hours.

Maintain and increase competency in the chosen specialty by seeking new knowledge, improving teaching skills, and updating professional certification.

Promote positive and productive relationships with service area businesses, industries, and agencies.

Perform all duties with professionalism.

Provide advice to the administration on matters pertaining to the instructional program. To include serving on advisory boards, as requested by the Dean of Health Sciences.

Become familiar with institutional policies and procedures as outlined in the College Catalog, Personnel Handbook, and Alabama Community College System Policy Manual; and follow such policies and procedures.

Assist the NAS/NST Program Coordinator with program administration and compliance with applicable state approving agencies such as the ADPH-Nurse Aide Registry and/or Alabama Board of Nursing standards.

Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

A minimum of an Associate's of Applied Science degree in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution is required. Bachelor's degree with at least 27 semester hours in the teaching discipline from an accredited institution is preferred.

A minimum of three years in-field work experience is required.

A minimum of a year full-time work experience in a long-term care setting (e.g. Nursing Home) is required to teach long-term care nurse aide coursework.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Documented evidence in the proficiency of use of current educational technologies in the classroom including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and/or presentation software.

Ability to conduct individual, small group, and classroom instruction.

Previous experience using Blackboard, Canvas, or other learning management system, from an instructor standpoint.

Ability to learn new teaching pedagogy, and new software, as required.

An understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the community college system.

Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers, vendors, with diverse students, parents, the general public and others having business with the school.

Commitment to all students, including those of diverse ages, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds.

Successful problem solving skills.

Successful college teaching experience is preferred.

Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.

A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.

Confidence in decision making and communication skills.

Documented successful experience teaching and developing web-based courses where appropriate.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

P.O. Box 2216

Decatur, AL 35609

Part-Time position not eligible for benefits.