Position Details
Posting Summary
| Position Title |
Learning Resource Instructor/Coordinator |
| Status |
Non-Tenure Track |
| Overview |
St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.
The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge." We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.
The Wegmans School of Nursing produces nursing graduates trained to provide exceptional patient care. Program offerings include the traditional nursing and RN to
BSN online programs at the undergraduate level, master's programs in nursing and mental health counseling, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (
DNP) degree program. The School's graduate programs ranked No. 32 among the top nursing graduate programs in the country by
U.S. News & World Report. Fisher nursing graduates consistently outpace their peers in passing the National Council Licensure Examination (
NCLEX) on their first attempt, placing them in the top five percent of all New York schools.
The baccalaureate, master's, and
DNP programs at Fisher are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and the mental health counseling program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (
CACREP).
LINK:
https://www.sjf.edu/schools/school-of-nursing/ |
| Job Responsibilities |
Position Summary:
The Wegmans School of Nursing is seeking a 9-month, on-campus dynamic and dedicated Learning Resource Instructors/Coordinator for undergraduate education . The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the educational needs of nursing students and faculty through instructional support and effective management of learning resources. This role requires a commitment to teaching excellence, active engagement in research and scholarship, and participation in service activities within the school, university, and broader nursing community.
Job Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate students in the learning resource center (land based and online).
- Participate in curriculum development and plan student learning experiences in achieving desired learning outcomes.
- Evaluate and recommend new learning resources and technologies to enhance educational offerings.
- Plan, develop, and implement evaluation tools to assess student progress and learning outcomes.
- Collaborate with faculty and clinical course coordinators to assist students in meeting clinical objectives.
- Assist with clinical supervision of students as appropriate.
- Assess the effectiveness of learning resources and instructional support services through feedback and performance metrics.
- Implement improvements based on assessment data to enhance the quality and accessibility of learning resources.
- Assist students in seeking out opportunities for clinical growth
- Serve as an advisor to an identified group of students
- Engage in an active program of research/scholarship
- Stay current with best practices in nursing education, learning resource management, and instructional technologies.
- Attend professional development opportunities, conferences, and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Share expertise and new knowledge with colleagues through in-service training and professional development sessions.
- Engage in various service activities within the school, University, the profession of nursing, and the community.
- Maintain clinical and academic expertise.
- Provide support for acquisition, organization, and maintenance of learning resources.
- Ensure the learning resource center is well-stocked, organized, and accessible to students and faculty.
- Help coordinate all laboratory-based learning activities for the undergraduate and/or graduate students.
- Manage and support the implementation of educational technologies and software in the learning resource center.
- Participate in meetings and other activities that advance the mission and goals of the school and University.
- Other duties as determined by the Dean and Associate Deans.
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| Education / Experience |
Master's degree in Advanced Practice Nursing or Nursing Education preferred. Experience in baccalaureate and graduate nursing education settings. |
| Competencies / Skills |
- A strong commitment to student-centered instruction
- A demonstrated ability and interest to teach effectively in nursing education
- Experience in baccalaureate and/or master's education and current acute care clinical practice. Medical/Surgical inpatient experience and/or advanced practice clinical experience preferred but not required.
- The ability to facilitate highly effective learning environments
- Familiarity with principles of teaching learning, student evaluation, and accreditation.
- Beginning competency with simulation learning technology in the clinical lab
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion
- Demonstrated ability and interest in contributing to the growth of the University and developing community relations
- The ability to meet deadlines
- The ability to use basic IT applications
- Coordination, collaboration, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
- Collegial and supportive communication skills for effective collaboration with students and clinical instructors
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| Supervision of Employees |
Supervision of other Employees:
Clinical instructors in
LRC
Relationships to other Employees:
Inside University: All campus offices
Outside University: General community |
| Work Environment |
Well-lighted, well-ventilated, pleasant work area. |
| Equipment to be Used |
- MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- General office equipment including printer, copier, telephone
- Simulation Lab and Nursing Lab equipment
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| Job Type |
Full-time |
| Work Hours |
35-hour work week, 9-month teaching load |
| Special Conditions for Eligibility |
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| Minimum Number of References Requested |
0 |
| EEO Statement |
It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the College has employees.
The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email (
titleix@sjfc.edu), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111). |
| Work Location |
3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618 |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Salary / Hourly Range |
$60,350.00 - $71,000.00 per year |
| Note |
The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University's competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed
here |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number |
F00147P |
| Desired Start Date |
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| Open Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
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St. John Fisher College
Dec 12, 2024