Nursing (Tenure Track) Instructor - Med/Surg (Evening/Weekend)
Location: On Site - University Center, MI
Division/Department: Nursing
Employee Group: Faculty
Status: Starting Salary: Please see DCFA Reference Collective Bargaining Agreement – Commensurate with Education, Qualifications and Experience
Position Summary:
Delta College is seeking faculty members committed to the philosophy that education serves the greater good by providing students access to a better life. Candidates for faculty positions understand that community colleges are positioned to fundamentally change lives and society itself. The successful candidate will demonstrate a belief in continuous improvement in pedagogy and relationships with students, faculty, and staff, and approach academic excellence through the lens of equity as a moral imperative.
Delta believes faculty are the heart of the institution and seeks individuals energized by community college pathways, inclusivity, and equity initiatives, who support a diverse set of learners inside and outside the classroom. Faculty are expected to engage in lifelong learning and continuous improvement, and to live a daily commitment to the college’s mission.
The Nursing Discipline at Delta College seeks a full-time tenure track faculty member dedicated to equity, retention, and student success. The instructor will be responsible for teaching effectively in face-to-face, blended, and online formats. Candidates should be prepared to teach evenings, weekends, and at multiple locations as needed, and must embrace the college’s commitment to belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion (BEDI).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include but Are Not Limited To:
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Demonstrate experience, skills, and commitment to fostering an environment of belonging, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Teach in both classroom and clinical settings with expertise in Med-Surg Nursing.
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Work in varied settings to promote student growth and success.
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Relate effectively to diverse constituents and utilize strong pedagogy skills.
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Demonstrate a commitment to Delta College’s mission, vision, and values.
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Provide inclusive learning opportunities that meet diverse student needs.
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Focus on student learning, assessment, retention, and completion.
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Develop dynamic and engaging learning environments that support success.
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Collaborate enthusiastically with colleagues to create effective learning experiences.
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Demonstrate understanding and appreciation of diversity.
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Serve the community through outreach and college service activities.
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Commit to ongoing educational and professional development.
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Engage in course, discipline, program development, and assessment work.
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Attend and participate actively in discipline, division, and college meetings.
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Use learning management systems for course delivery.
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Maintain professional development to stay current in the field.
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Possess excellent communication skills and work effectively in various instructional settings.
Required Qualifications:
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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required.
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Current or obtainable Michigan Registered Nurse License.
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Minimum of two years full-time equivalent (4000 hours) clinical experience as an RN.
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Clinical experience in acute care, specifically Med-Surg Nursing.
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Current or obtainable BLS Certification.
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One year of college-level didactic and/or clinical teaching.
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Availability to teach evenings and weekends.
Additional Experiences Considered:
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Pedagogy informed by belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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Bilingual abilities.
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Ability to teach across disciplines.
Application Deadline:
Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Complete an online application and attach a cover letter with position title, resume, and copies of transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire) and/or certifications and licenses.
Posting Specific Questions:
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In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy:
(Delta.edu / Indeed.com / MI Works / HigherEdJobs.com / Michigan HERC Website / Career Arc / MLive / Other)
If Other: (Open Ended)
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What does it mean to have a commitment to diversity and how would you develop and apply your commitment at the college?
(Open Ended)
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Please discuss how your pedagogy is informed by belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
(Open Ended)
Applicant Documents Required:
Optional Documents:
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Professional Certifications or Licensures
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Transcript 2
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Transcript 3
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Letter of Recommendation 1
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Letter of Recommendation 2
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Letter of Recommendation 3
