Employer
Cleveland Community College
Job Location
Shelby, North Carolina
Salary Grade
Based on experience. Starting salary range $50,958 to $85,788.
Benefits
Full Benefits Permanent
Job Reports To
Dean of Health Sciences, Life Sciences, and Public Services
Job Category
Instructional (Faculty)
Application Period
Opens: 02/18/2026
Closes: 03/27/2026
Target Start Date
08/03/2026
Expected Work Hours
35 hours per week
Employment Type
Permanent 9-month Faculty
Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications
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- Master’s degree in Nursing Education or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with a commitment to complete a Master’s degree in Nursing Education or equivalent.
- Meets education requirements of the NC Board of Nursing 21 NCAC 36.0318.
- Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in NC, a Nurse Licensure Compact State, or be eligible for licensure (must have temporary license before employment).Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Strong commitment to student success and academic excellence.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.
Skills and Abilities
- Provide exceptional customer service with people internal and external to the institution.
- Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of a comprehensive community college.
- Flexible and adapts to change.
- Ability to multi-task with multiple departments and activities of others.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in higher education preferred.
- Experience with instructional technology, preferably Blackboard, and online teaching is a plus.
Position Description
Cleveland Community College seeks a dedicated and dynamic Faculty member to join our academic team. The faculty member will provide high-quality instruction, support student success, and contribute to the college community through service and professional development. This position emphasizes achieving measurable outcomes in teaching, student support, and professional growth.
Teaching Responsibilities
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- Work a 35-hour workweek, which includes eight office hours per week.
- Maintain posted student and on-campus hours to meet the needs of the student.
- Teach a course load appropriate for various levels of nursing assigned field or program.
- Teaching loads may include online, hybrid, or traditional in-person courses. Instructors may be assigned to teach during daytime or evening hours and may be required to provide instruction on the college campus and/or at local high school locations and nursing clinical rotations. Provide equitable course content and student learning outcomes in all courses regardless of location or delivery method.
- Be available to students via email, phone, or personal conferences.
- Maintain proficiency with all classroom equipment both on and off campus. Keep equipment secure.
- Provide a safe, positive, and clean learning environment.
- Remain current on teaching methods with technology and enhance instructional delivery and learning outcomes.
- Demonstrate proficiency of the College Learning Management System to deliver online instruction and enhance on campus and off campus instruction through all courses.
- Make all courses taught accessible to all students.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to academic programs each semester according to established deadlines.
- Promote completion of end-of-course student evaluations.
- Complete a 12-hour clinical rotation or its equivalent during the semester.
- Work a paid clinical rotation in the Summer up to 48 hours.
Curriculum Development
- Develop course syllabi and course exams according to NCCCS (North Carolina Community College System) course descriptions and College standards and adhere to course syllabus.
- Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from colleagues, divisions, the College and all academic program needs.
- Allow and encourage participation in other College-required surveys (e.g. CCSSE: Community College Student Survey of Engagement).
- Assist with the College’s library collection development by selecting, evaluating, and weeding learning resources in each appropriate discipline as requested.
- Adherence to the College’s Policies and Procedures Manual.
Assessment and Evaluation
- Participate in program and course assessments to ensure academic quality and continuous improvement.
- Analyze assessment data to inform teaching practices and curriculum development.
- Complete end-of-course assessments, formative (on-going) assessments and incorporate adjustments with teaching methods in order to meet learning outcomes.
Professional Development
- Participate in 10 hours or professional development activities each academic year and College-required training.
- Record professional development as part of the annual review.
- Stay current with developments in the field through research, conferences, and networking.
Student Engagement and Support
- Participate in student recruitment, advisement, advisory committee meetings, curriculum development, and registration.
- Assist with job placement or possible study assignments, depending upon department need.
- Participate in all graduation ceremonies.
- Participate in the marketing, recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
- Responsible for collaborating with industry and 4-year educational partners.
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with agencies and organizations within the community/industry which are pertinent to departmental programs and to perspective graduates.
College and Community Engagement
- Participate in required meetings and events.
- Participate in SkillsUSA competitions relevant to the respective program.
- Establish and cultivate effective relationships with community agencies, employers, and educational partners.
- Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others in a collegial environment.
- Serve on college committees and participate in college-wide initiatives.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Miscellaneous
- Perform other duties as assigned and related assignments incident to the work described herein.
How to Apply
login to http://clevelandcc.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/2556
Contact: Allen Kniceley, Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development
kniceleya@clevelandcc.edu
704-669-4037
Contact Info
Allen Kniceley, Director of Human Resources and Organizational Development
kniceleya@clevelandcc.edu
704-669-4037