Job description

Augusta, GA

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

ABOUT AUGUSTA TECHNICAL COLLEGE

Augusta Technical College, a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, is a two-year college located in Augusta,
Georgia. Since its opening in 1961, Augusta Technical College has remained dedicated to promoting educational, economic, and community development in its service area (Burke, Columbia, Lincoln, McDuffie, and Richmond
Counties). The college offers over 100 academic programs in high-demand areas such as Allied Health Sciences &
Nursing, Business, Public & Professional Services, Cyber, Digital, and Engineering Technologies, accredited by the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The college also offers adult education/GED, ESL, and continuing education programs through the Division of Economic Development.

ABOUT AUGUSTA, GEORGIA

Augusta, GA, is a regional center for medicine, biotechnology, and cybersecurity. Located near the Georgia/South
Carolina border (Central Savannah River Area), the area holds many accolades: Most Neighborly City in America, Best
Cities to Start a Business, and a Top Ten Places in the South to Hire Vets. The area is internationally known for the
PGA’s Masters Tournament held at the Augusta National Golf Club and being the home of James Brown; while also bolstering the Augusta Riverwalk, Savannah Rapids Pavilion, Evans Towne Center Park, and home of the US Army
Cyber Center of Excellence at Fort Eisenhower.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Job Title: Instructor, Practical Nursing (Full-Time) Job Code: 11413
Campus Location: Augusta Site
Salary: $70,000; Commensurate with education and work experience.
Augusta Technical College has a remote work procedure that allows full-time non-essential staff members and full- time faculty up to eight (
8) hours to be completed remotely with supervisor approval. Thirty-two (
32) hours must be completed on campus per week.

JOB SUMMARY

The Practical Nursing Instructor will be responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for the program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum of a baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• A minimum of three years of full-time paid work experience as a registered nurse within the last seven years.
• Current Georgia Registered Nurse Single State License or Multistate License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A graduate degree in nursing.
• Prior teaching experience in a nursing education program.

Instructor, Practical Nursing (Full-Time)

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

MAJOR DUTIES

• Instructs courses in the Practical Nursing program based on schedule needs.
• Develops and updates instructional resources for each assigned course, which contain course outlines, lesson plans, information sheets, remedial and enrichment activities, a list of audiovisual materials and computer software available, and copies of evaluation instruments or a written statement as to where they are located.
• Develops and updates a syllabus for each assigned course, which contains the name and number of the course, a course description, the assignment schedule, a list of the competencies, learning outcomes, the required textbooks, required tools and supplies, the evaluation, and grading procedures.
• Establishes an environment conducive to learning in the laboratory by keeping areas clean, maintaining equipment in safe order, posting safety procedures, and establishing a safety program.
• Prepares for lab by selecting appropriate learning experiences as evidenced by the following: updating
• instructional materials such as handouts, syllabi; ordering supplies and equipment, reproducing materials, and using a variety of learning modalities, including instructional technology to augment instruction.
• Maintains course content, which is current, well-organized, and related to course learning outcomes and to students’ previous learning.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the following areas: institutional services and policies; degree, diploma, and certificate programs offered by the College; job placement and follow-up; financial aid; library resources; and bookstore operations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current trends in the program’s industry/business community and maintains contact with the business community and professional associations on the local and state levels.
• Submits and updates all paperwork and required reports on time, including booklists, class schedules,
• termination reports, inventory, student purchase/cost list, and student evaluations.
• Selects staff development activities based on the following: student evaluations of course/instructor; performance evaluation; changes in business/industry and technical education; updates in technology, and/or professional needs.
• Completes all staff development plan requirements each year and enters staff development activity reports into Anthology promptly.
• Maintains credentials, licensure, and certifications required for teaching and the profession.
• Engages in clinical practice activities on an ongoing basis.
• Maintains control of the class during instruction as well as handles disruptions in the classroom/lab.
• Demonstrates respect for students as individuals.
• Demonstrates accessibility in dealing with students’ needs both individually and as a group; maintains posted office hours; and communicates clearly to students.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in instructor performance as reflected by the majority of positive responses on student evaluations.
• Counsel students with grades and attendance problems and refer students to the counseling center if needed.
• Accesses student information from school-wide student data systems for advisement and registration purposes.
• Demonstrates effectiveness in instruction as evidenced by analysis of student performance on written and performance assessments and corrective actions taken to improve instructional delivery and student learning outcomes.
• Maintains a copy of up-to-date program and course standards to use as reference in curriculum development and revision.
• Mentor new faculty members.

Instructor, Practical Nursing (Full-Time)

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

• Assists Department Chair with the planning of advisory committee meetings and attends at least two meetings annually.
• Provides input to the Department Chair concerning the annual operations budget and institutional effectiveness plan.
• Serves on internal committees and participates in college initiatives.
• Provides input into college governance through the division’s Faculty Advisory (FAC) representatives.
• Engages in activities that are of value to the community and responsive to the College’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
• Participates in departmental meetings and other program activities.
• Performs duties as assigned by the Department Chair and Dean for the School of Health Sciences.
• Other duties as assigned

How to apply

The position will remain open until filled. All application packets MUST be completed via the Online Job Center at JobCenter (easyhrweb.com). As a part of the application process, interested candidates will be required to upload other documents, including a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts (see job center listing for more details). This posting will be removed from the Online Job Center once the position has been filled. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, fingerprinting, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. Copies of all transcripts should be submitted at the time of application. Official transcripts are required upon employment. Note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact each applicant personally. If we are interested in scheduling an interview, a representative from our college will contact you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Technical College System of Georgia and its constituent Technical Colleges do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam Era, spouse of military member or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). This nondiscrimination policy encompasses the operation of all technical college-administered programs, programs financed by the federal government, including any Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title I financed programs, educational programs and activities, including admissions, scholarships, and loans, student life, and athletics. It also encompasses the recruitment and employment of personnel and contracting for goods and services. 04/2025