RN Nursing Instructor and Clinical Instructor, Part-Time Faculty
Salary
$58.63 - $78.86 Hourly
Location
6162 Rotary Way, Joshua Tree, CA
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
20260729RNINSTR
Department
Health Sciences
Opening Date
07/29/2026
Position Description
Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the part-time instructor to conduct assigned classes and support advancement of the values represented by the Vision Statement and Mission Statement of the District.
We are hiring to add to our Nursing Instructor pools in the following areas:
Each area has its own minimum qualification. Please apply if you meet any of the qualifications.
Duties and Responsibilities
Meet classes and laboratories on days and times assigned per the published class schedule.
Publish in syllabus and maintain office hours; advise students enrolled in the instructors classes in such matters as:
Course content, scope and meaning, grading criteria;
Major course requirements for degrees or certificates;
Strategies to assist students in achieving published SLOs;
Collateral or enrichment reading or experience opportunities for further understanding of the course or subject field;
Career opportunities related to the subject field.
Develop and implement instruction for each class or laboratory period that fulfills all course requirements contained in the official Course Outline of Record (COR) and is consistent with the academic and vocational program standards and objectives.
Develop a written syllabus based on the Academic Senates standards and submit as per District policy.
Periodically assess and advise students of their progress toward meeting course objectives.
Respect student rights as specified in District policy and applicable federal and state laws or regulations.
In the absence of full-time faculty in the discipline, submit textbook adoption forms for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner, according to the approved procedure.
When appropriate refer students to tutoring and related student services.
Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement.
Assign and submit grades by deadline in the manner provided by District policy and administrative procedure and prescribed by the Education Code and Title 5 regulations for the State of California.
Keep official records, collect data, and submit records by deadlines as required by District policy and administrative procedures.
Prepare and submit necessary forms in accordance with college procedures.
Additional Responsibilities:
Respond to administration with regard to the evaluation of student petitions and grievances.
Abide by District regulations concerning the proper use, care, and security of equipment.
Advise management of unsafe conditions, potential hazards or accidents in a timely manner.
Demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Qualifications
Standards are established in accordance with the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges as adopted by the California Community Colleges Board of Governors for the discipline.
Minimum Qualifications for Instructor:
A masters degree or higher degree from an accredited college or university which includes course work in nursing, education AND direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by:
One (1) years continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area OR one (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency AND completion of at least one (1) years experience teaching theory courses related to registered nursing.
Minimum Qualifications for Clinical Instructor:
An Associate degree with six (6) years experience, or a Bachelors degree or higher with one (1) year continuous, full-time or equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a Registered Nurse in the designated nursing area
OR
One (1) academic year of Registered Nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency.
Minimum Qualifications for Health Sciences Instructor:
Master's in health science, health education, biology, nursing, physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, dietetics, nutrition or public health OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in any biological science OR the equivalent
BE SURE TO UPLOAD THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED BELOW OR YOUR APPLICATION MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED
Required Attachments:
Hourly rate is based off of degree:
PhD/EdD: $78.86/hour - Lecture. $63.53/hour - Lab.
MA/MS: $75.75/hour - Lecture. $61.02/hour - Lab.
BA/BS: $72.79/hour - Lecture. $58.63/hour - Lab.
Timeline
Applications will be accepted until the job posting is removed.
Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received. Based on the number of applications received, this posting may close without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Copper Mountain College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons and to provide educational and employment opportunities free from discrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, gender identification, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, or physical or mental disabilities, and other physical or verbal conduct. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the School Districts Title IX Officer and/or Section 504/ADA Coordinator.
This position is not a benefited position.
Employer Copper Mountain Community College (CA)
Address 6162 Rotary Way / PO Box 1398
Joshua Tree, California, 92252
Phone (760) 366-5267
Website http://www.cmccd.edu
| Location | Joshua Tree, CA |
| Salary | $58.63–$78.86 Per Hour |