Teaching and Direct Instructional Activities (65 – 75% of Activity, 25 – 30 hrs. wk.)
Preparation of Course Materials
Develop curriculum guides, course syllabi and outlines, and other instructional materials
Responsible for syllabi adhering to department master syllabi and outlines
Prepare course offering schedule based on curriculum guides
Participate in curriculum meetings
Provide instruction in area of expertise
Utilize innovative, effective, and equitable teaching techniques
Maintain teaching load practiced by college
Provide a minimum of 10 hours of on campus office hours (regular Fall & Spring semesters), 6 hours in summer semester.
Meet all deadlines related to this function
Course Presentation
Creates a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect
Responsible for accurately maintaining materials on the learning management system (Joule)
Maintain appropriate student records, i.e., grades, attendance, placement, completion, and licensure statistics (if applicable), etc.
Report accurate and timely attendance status at census day or for financial aid reasons
Follow course syllabi
Practice appropriate safety precautions applicable to learning environment (classroom, laboratory, workshop, workplace)
Maintain student discipline
Maintain time on task
Complete all end of semester reporting processes and required submissions
Meet all deadlines related to this function
Student Performance Evaluation
Receive acceptable ratings from Student Rating of Instruction surveys and acceptable ratings for Department Unit Programs and Program Student Learning Outcomes
Accept accountability for three-semester grade distribution analysis
Provide constructive feedback on test and assignments as appropriate to students
Provide fair and timely grading of student coursework
Meet all deadlines related to this function.
Service to Students, Department, Division or College (20 – 30% of Activity, 10 – 15 hrs. wk.)
Institutional Service
Accountable for daily attendance in addition to the established roster process for the college and all required record keeping functions
Mandatory attendance for all full-time faculty meetings, departmental, program coordinator meetings and convocation
Participates in standing and ad hoc committee and activities within the Department/Division and at the campus and college levels (including the maintenance of an active advisory committee with required composition of membership, holding a minimum of two meetings annually)
Ensure course, program entries in catalog and publication materials are up to date and accurate in association with the curricular process, catalog production requirements, and activities of institutional advancement.
Complete or contributes to college reports in a timely manner
Participate in college program review activities and institutional effectiveness activities
Completes specialist directed activities in relation to area of expertise
Participate in recruiting activities. (i.e. career fairs, etc.)
Participate in faculty in-service in August and January and any declared professional development days.
Maintain program and personal accreditation/certification/licensure requirements if applicable
Provide service to the college that may include some of the following activities:
Sponsor student organizations
Serve on or chair committees
Conduct or coordinate teaching consultant activities
Facilitate workshops
Teach continuing education or customized industry courses
Provide routine equipment maintenance
Initiate and write new program proposals
Serve on LCTCS Committees
Community Service
Represent the college in manner, appearance, and behavior that promotes a positive image in college-related outreach activities.
Serve on outside advisory boards/committees.
Apply academic or technical expertise in the local, state or national community.
Provide service to the community that may include:
Participation in health fairs
Participation in charity or community activities
Participation in community organizations, i.e. United Way, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, Lions Club, Boy Scouts, 4-H Club, etc.
Student Services
May sponsor or participate in student activities.
Mandatory attendance of academic ceremonies including Graduation.
Provide advisory services to students as assigned
Generally assist students with advising and career counseling activities related to academic, career and job placement areas (e.g. designated advising schedule per semester, job fairs.)
Follow curriculum guides in scheduling to insure timely completion of a program of studies
Serve special populations
Make appropriate referrals of students to college student services
Meet all deadlines related to this function
Research and Professional Development Activities (5 – 15% of Activity, 5 – 10 hrs. wk.)
Developing/Maintaining Professional Relationships
Participate in professional development activities and enhance effectiveness, particularly with respect to teaching and student learning at South Louisiana Community College. (e.g. Professional presentations, develops and maintains professional and collegiate relationships, Membership in professional organizations)
Serve on a Board or in an Office of a professional association
Serve on an external institutional or program accreditation team
Participate in industry visits
Demonstrate leadership role on a SLCC or LCTCS Committee, Faculty Council, etc
Continuing Education
Pursue or acquires advanced degrees, certifications, etc
Maintain continuing education associated with licensing and/or regulatory grant proposals
Participate in a Leadership Academy
Publishing/Writing Activities
May publish/review professional books/articles
May write/review grant proposals
Present a paper or facilitate a workshop at a professional conference
Demonstrate communications on professional matters
Research Activities
Faculty may be required, as part of professional development, to participate in grant and pilot activities.
Instructors in the Practical Nursing Program shall:
Teach classes assigned by the Program Coordinator;
Prepare and file common course syllabi with the Program Director;
Prepare and file with the Program Coordinator and the Director of Nursing and Allied Health course outlines for all courses and follow such guides for courses already established;
Prepare requests for instructional materials such as books, audiovisual aids and supplies for the annual budget and submit them to the Program Coordinator;
Keep records of grades and attendance of students and submit them to the Registrar at the completion of the course;
Be on campus or at assigned work station each college day;
Post an office hour and laboratory schedule on office door and provide a copy to the appropriate Dean and Program Chair;
Serve as directed on such faculty committees as may be established;
Be available to serve as advisor to students or prospective students;
Be available to assist with student registration and orientation functions;
Participate in ongoing student assessment activities and participate in student problem solving activities in collaboration with the Program Coordinator;
Assist the Coordinator in the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of the Practical Nursing curriculum;
Assist in the recruitment, admissions, withdrawal, and graduation of students;
Conduct orientation of students to each clinical site and assure appropriate student clinical assignments and learning opportunities for all students;
Provide personal transportation to the clinical site;
Attend and participate in professional meetings, conferences, workshops, courses an ongoing development of clinical expertise;
Serve as faculty advisor the the Practical Nursing Student Organization;
Attend meetings of the Practical Nursing Faculty and the Allied Health Division and serve on committees of either as appointed or elected;
Perform other duties as assigned by the Practical Nursing Program Director, Associate Dean of Nursing and Allied Health, and or the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health