Job Information
Itawamba Community College PRACTICAL NURSING INSTRUCTOR in Tupelo, Mississippi
LOCATION
Tupelo Campus
APPLICATION DEADLINE
03/20/2026
STATUS
Full-Time
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
12-Month
EMPLOYMENT STARTS
July 1, 2026
BENEFITS
Listed in Employee Handbook
CLASSIFICATION
Faculty
DATE POSTED
02/20/2026
SALARY
Salary varies due to the position's requirements and the applicant's qualifications.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Associate degree in Nursing with a minimum of three years' clinical experience post licensure or two years' experience as a faculty in a nursing/allied health program.
QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED
Baccalaureate degree or higher in Nursing; five years' clinical experience post licensure or three years' experience as a faculty in a nursing/allied health program.
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF FUNCTION: To provide the highest quality of professional instruction and related functions in the teaching of his/her respective discipline.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructor
Plan, organize and instruct courses assigned, devoting to this primary task the instructor's best professional effort
Review course objectives periodically and instructional strategies to meet course objectives
Prepare and distribute a current course syllabus as required by college policy
Participate in the selection of the textbooks and submit request for textbooks and other material needed for instruction
Maintain and accurately complete records as required
Arrive at the classroom sufficiently in advance of classes to adequately prepare instructional space and material for organized instruction
Counsel and advise students regarding up-to-date academic matters, college services and matters relating to student success
Schedule and maintain office hours in accordance with college policy
Participate in staff meetings, serve on committees and participate in other college activities
Maintain professional growth and development to foster and create scholarly production according to college and personal needs
Maintain professional working relationship with students, fellow faculty members, administration and staff adhering to the highest standards of respect for the rights of others
Be available to sponsor student academic related activities (e.g. clubs, organizations, events, etc.)
Participate in community and professional service activities and serve in selected activities as the need arises
Teach summer courses as part of contract, as assigned
Develop and recommend class schedules cooperatively with other departments and divisions of the college
Identify and recommend equipment needed for the program
Maintain a current inventory of equipment assigned to the program
Develop and utilize assessment materials and procedures to evaluate student learning and performance
Participate in the recruiting effort of the college
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