Los Angeles Southwest College

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

FY22 – Nursing Instructor, Maternal – Child Nursing

Probationary Tenure Track C-Basis

DEADLINE DATE TO FILE: October 21, 2022 Issue Date: September 12, 2022

Los Angeles Southwest College (LASC) is located in southwest, Los Angeles, approximately 20 minutes south of downtown Los Angeles, and 15 minutes east of the Pacific Ocean. LASC is the hub of diverse cultural and educational activity in the southwest Los Angeles area. The College subscribes to the premise that the learner is at the center of what it does in creating opportunities, providing an environment conducive to learning and working, establishing a place where the discourse of ideas can occur, and where individuals can have experiences without sacrificing their individuality.

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) announces a full-time, tenure-track Registered Nursing Position, focusing on Maternal-Child Nursing at LASC. The position is scheduled to begin August 29, 2022. Interested individuals who meet the state of California minimum qualifications and possess the required training and experience are invited to submit an application for the position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary assignment is to teach a full load of nursing theory and clinical courses. Duties and responsibilities associated with the position, involve activities within the department as well as the larger college and district setting. These duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Facilitating student learning by designing varied interactive learning environments

2. Working as a team with staff and administrators to create innovative educational experiences and providing an environment where students are partners in learning.

3. Assisting in program planning, peer evaluation, educational project development and participating in personal and professional growth, as well as, professional development activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in nursing; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing AND Master’s in health education or health science; OR
• the equivalent; OR
• The minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing which requires at least one year of experience as an registered nurse providing direct patient care within the last five years. Also, completion of at least one year of experience teaching courses related to nursing or a course which includes practice in teaching nursing, AND a current California RN License by start of employment.
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college faculty, staff and students.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated and complete a baseline test or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees’ policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. A strong background in Maternal-Childcare nursing is required;

2. Ability to communicate clearly with students and colleagues;

3. Ability to interact with college faculty, staff and students with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds, disabilities and cultures;

4. Experience in Maternal-Childcare nursing & Geriatric Nursing;

5. Clinical nursing practice in acute Maternal-Childcare nursing unit within the last three to five years and at least one year’s experience teaching/practice teaching a nursing course or equivalent experience as approved by the Board of Registered Nursing;

6. A demonstrated willingness and commitment to participate in extra-curricular activities;

7. Ability to adapt to changes in nursing education and health care delivery.

Selection Criteria

In addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Educational experience - breadth and depth;
• Work experience - breadth and depth;
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities;
• Curriculum development;
• Program development;
• Community involvement;
• Demonstrated experience in working with a diverse socioeconomic community;
• Credentials or minimum qualifications authorizing service in other areas of need;
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others.

Based upon the information presented on the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which includes a written exercise, teaching demonstration and oral interview.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary and other terms of employment are competitive. Depending on experience and professional preparation, the starting faculty salary ranges from: $72,380 - $131,112 for the academic year (ten months). Placement within the range is dependent on the evaluation of experience and professional preparation. The doctorial differential is $4,180 per academic year. LACCD provides an excellent benefit package including: medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to the employee and eligible dependents.

FILING AN APPLICATION

Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to

https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to file the applicant packet. The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30PM Friday, October 21, 2022 to be considered. After review of application materials by the selection committee, candidates will be contacted only if selected for an interview.

For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:

• A detailed letter of interest specifically addressing:
• A list of a minimum of three professional references including names, titles, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of individuals who can attest to your qualifications for the position.
• A Current Resume or Vitae.
• An unofficial copy of all post-secondary transcript(s), with degree posted. Official Transcripts are required if you are selected for the position. Documentation from an approved foreign transcript evaluator is required for degrees received from other countries. You can obtain a listing of approved foreign evaluation agencies at the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf.

Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications and BRN approval. Immediate filing is recommended.

For more information on the college and department, visit the campus website: www.lasc.edu and https://www.lasc.edu/programs/divisions/Math-Science-Health-Kinesiology-Nursing/nursing/index.

Please submit your application and required documents by 4:30PM October 21, 2022 using the LACCD On-Line System. Application materials submitted by Fax, email, and by mail will not be considered. All materials submitted become the property of the LACCD.

For additional information or questions, please contact:

Dr. Tangelia Alfred, Dean of Academic Affairs

323-241-5333

alfredtm@lasc.edu. Or

Dr. Catherine Azubuike

Nursing Program Director

323-241-5204

azubuic@lasc.edu.

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.

Equal Employment Policy

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of under-represented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator