Adjunct NCLEX Reviewer Instructor - Glendale Career College - Glendale

Job Details

Job Location: Glendale Career College - Glendale, CA 91203Position Type: Part-TimeEducation Level: Bachelor'sSalary Range: $50.00 - $50.00 HourlyJob Category: Education

POSITION SUMMARY:

Using excellent classroom experiences through instruction and a guided review of application/analysis level exam-style questions as well as individual coaching, prepares LVN nursing students and graduates for the NCLEX-PN examination.  Adheres to the course curriculum, serves as an NCLEX expert, and employs effective classroom management.

This is a staff position directly responsible to the Director of Nursing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teaches and implements the approved NCLEX preparation course curriculum, as assigned by, and under the direction and supervision of the Director of Nursing.

• Plans and assigns student activities in the classroom and for independent study

• In addition to classroom instruction, provides individual mentoring and support to students based on assessment of their improvement areas and the student’s stated needs.

• Works with student’s strengths, learning styles, and areas requiring further development, and to develop and implement remediation plans as needed.

• Evaluates student learning and knowledge based on quiz/examination results, interactions in the classroom and on an individual basis.

• Is instrumental in identifying individual and collective learning needs of assigned students, being cognizant of the physical, mental and emotional status of the learners.

• Discusses with students their concerns and/or problems directly or indirectly related to their learning experience.

• Understands each student’s challenge areas (e.g. “text anxiety”, content weaknesses) and assists students with recommended techniques to overcome these obstacles.

• Tracks and documents student progress and issues, planned exam date and test results. Keeps Program Director updated on a regular basis.

• Provides a copy of all lesson plans to the Director of Nursing.

• Prepares and distributes study guides for the course. 

• Maintains accurate attendance records and submits class roster daily.

• Contacts all students who are absent and notifies DON

•There is a 64-hour mandatory course and then several weeks while students are waiting to test.

•This can be taught virtually using our learning management system and zoom

•Flexible hours required  

• Develops and evaluates the curriculum and the educational practices of the NCLEX course. 

• Stays current on NCLEX examination and course updates. Makes recommendations for instructional and curriculum improvements to the course. 

• Attends faculty meetings, in-service meetings and other events as required by the College.

• Maintains professional and encouraging relationships with staff and students.  Collaborates with colleagues to provide the best possible learning environment for students

• Provides a professional role model for students.

• May substitute teach for Theory Instructors as requested.

 

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Expertise in the NCLEX-PN exam and course materials & resources.

• Excellent teaching skills & ability to engage students through high energy levels, and adaptability of teaching style to the learning needs of the students.

• Demonstrated ability as a nursing instructor in didactic

• Experience in assessment of student learning outcomes and remediation strategies required.

• Must have a solid knowledge base of NCLEX -PN content 

• Ability to identify trends in specific weak areas of nursing course content to successfully operationalize NCLEX-PN reviews.

• Demonstrated current, detailed, and accurate knowledge of the NCLEX-PN examinations as well as currency in knowledge in the field to provide academic support.

• Interacts effectively and professionally with students, staff, faculty, and external customers of the College.

• Ability to address student needs and resolve issues with diplomacy and tact. Commitment to the success of the students and the school.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Excellent in