[Hiring] Nursing Lead Instructor @Colorado Technical University

Role Description

The Lead Faculty is a member of the faculty (with rank appropriate to the educational and professional background of the individual) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing the faculty within a specific academic program or set of academic programs. With accountability for coaching and managing faculty, the Lead Faculty exemplifies teaching and student support strategies, while upholding faculty performance standards and student engagement policies.

The Lead Faculty provides and champions education through Colorado Technical University's Professional Learning Model that assists program graduates to fulfill the evolving needs of the marketplace.

• Normal course load: teach 2 courses (8 to 12 quarter hours) each quarter, totaling 8 courses (32 to 48 quarter hours) per academic year.
• Focus on faculty coaching, managing, and administrative responsibilities.
• Successfully complete a minimum of 8 hours of training and professional development each academic year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or international equivalent) required.
• Terminal degree from a regionally accredited institution in higher education accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or international equivalent) preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience working with adult learners in support areas.
• 5 years teaching experience at the collegiate level, with diverse online, blended, and campus-based experiences a plus.
• 5 years of professional experience in an organizational setting relevant to Colorado Technical University's programs preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of progressive experience managing or coordinating faculty teams required.
• Experience working with a variety of functional areas.

Requirements

• Willingness and demonstrated ability to support and foster student and faculty achievement at all levels.
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Project and program management skills with a focus on successful completion.
• Focus on data and outcome metrics to gauge success and highlight areas for improvement.
• Drive for and pursuit of innovation.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Strong analytical and change management skills.
• Experience with computerized learning management systems and education technology tools strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with standard office applications on personal computers.
• Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, and implement accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information to students, faculty colleagues, and academic and campus leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and flexibly in a team environment.
• Ability to physically work in the United States while performing all responsibilities of the position for Colorado Technical University.

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