[Hiring] Faculty/Tutor @Rasmussen University

Role Description

This role supports students in developing the knowledge and skills essential for success in nursing education and practice. Through individualized and group academic support, this role helps students strengthen clinical judgment and professionalism, study and test-taking strategies, and nursing content knowledge. The Faculty Tutor enhances the learning experience by fostering disciplinary expertise, reflective practice, and transferable academic skills as key drivers of student and professional success. In addition, this position contributes to the effectiveness of centralized academic support services at scale through collaboration, resource development, and participation in departmental initiatives.

• Empowering students to take responsibility for their learning.
• Cultivating purposeful rapport with students to encourage and motivate student learning.
• Differentiating instruction according to demonstrated student needs.
• Facilitating student discovery of their existing knowledge on a given topic and pertinent strategies for learning new concepts.
• Challenging students to make their thinking visible and to provide rationales and evidence.
• Providing academic and learning skill instruction along with the demonstration of academic tools.
• Managing session time effectively, redirecting students as needed to support progress toward session objectives.
• Exemplifying a positive attitude towards completing tasks, driving change, and achieving individual, team, and organizational goals.
• Modeling appropriate learning behaviors, including proactive tutor appointment scheduling, participating in online courses, timely completion of assignments, using learning skills, adopting a growth mindset, and exhibiting respectful behavior towards instructors and peers.
• Developing internal and external resources to support student learning.
• Upholding academic integrity.
• Committing to a flexible weekly schedule of 9 hours per week.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• 1-year clinical experience as an RN required, 2+ years preferred.
• Proof of active RN licensure that has never been encumbered.
• Official transcripts required for each degree earned from an accredited institution.
• Active CPR certification administered by either the American Heart Association or The American Red Cross, applicable faculty immunization documentation required.
• Teaching experience preferred: a minimum of three years of experience in the field of study.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers.
• Excellent written and strong verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Regular access to a computer with the following system requirements:
• Windows XP or greater.
• Microsoft Office 2010.
• An internet connection.
• Ability to deliver constructive feedback in a student-centered and respectful tone.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Proficiency working in a fully remote environment.

Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
• Prior experience in tutoring or other academic support.
• Experience with diverse student populations, including adult learners and ESL students.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., D2L).
• Familiarity with NCLEX preparation tools and strategies.

Benefits

• Collaborates: Builds and maintains effective partnerships with team members and stakeholders, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and resolve challenges effectively.
• Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear, concise, and tailored communications through various modes (e.g., written, verbal, and visual) to meet the unique needs of diverse audiences.
• Customer Focus: Cultivates strong relationships with internal and external customers by actively listening to their needs and providing timely, customer-centric solutions.
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Regularly seeks and incorporates feedback from peers, leaders, and stakeholders to understand and address personal strengths and areas for growth.
• Ensures Accountability: Consistently meets deadlines and delivers on commitments, ensuring work quality and aligning with organizational standards.
• Innovation & Improvement: Encourages forward-thinking solutions, process improvements, and a culture of learning to enhance efficiency and team effectiveness.

Company Description

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology, and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment, and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI).