Adjunct - Nurse Aide Instructor

Adjunct

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• Nurse Aide Instructor Location Marengo Public Library, IA Job Type Adjunct Job Number 02773 Division Academic Affairs Department K-12 Partnerships Opening Date 03/10/2026 Description Benefits

JOB GOAL

To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions. Pay is $1,304 per credit hour.

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

Adjunct instructors play a vital role in the program's overall instruction. Adjunct instructors bring with them a variety of backgrounds and professional experiences which serve to foster growth in the program and enrich student learning. Adjunct instructors are responsible for structuring and supervising the learning experiences of students in the classroom, labs and in clinical agencies. Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Iowa license, have worked for two full-time years as an RN, or have a health related degree. Adjunct instructors will provide instruction and supervision in the CNA course. The typical schedule for this position will be Monday and Wednesdays from 8-9:45 AM, Friday's 8-9:47 AM at the Marengo Public Library. Clinicals will take place during the month of November and early December during evening and weekends (flexible to instructor's schedule). Adjunct faculty positions are temporary, part-time positions scheduled intermittently based on institutional need. Adjuncts are not guaranteed work in any semester and are notified of course assignments prior to each term as courses become available.

UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES

• Advocate for Continual Improvement
• empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability
• working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service
• anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance
• commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead
• regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Effectively teach assigned courses Serve as a professional role model Assist students in achieving course objectives Set up and take down classroom materials and equipment as needed. Provide discipline in the classroom as needed. Prepare lessons and presentations for continuing education and credit classes. Maintain necessary required records. Assist in promotion and support of the program including recruitment activities. Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of communications within the program, the College and community. Establish a means of being accessible to meet individual student needs. Provide grade reports and feedback to the students in a timely manner. Perform other related work duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates professional role modeling for students, professional appearance and positive attitude. Maintains familiarity with policies and protocols of the program, college and clinical agencies. Be knowledgeable concerning the latest trends and issues in Nurse Aide/Vocational Health education. Provides student instruction for the full required hours, utilizing instructional time effectively. Assumes responsibility, is prompt and dependable in attendance, and effectively applies problem-solving skills. Assists students in identifying strengths/areas for improvement. Acts as a facilitator of learning' discusses, questions, and directs student learning. Expresses high expectations of student performance concurrent with course objectives. Prepares instruction to coincide with curriculum content and student learning needs. Explains expectations to students; supervises and documents performance; keeps students informed of their progress. Provides immediate feedback to students regarding performance. Maintains confidentiality with patients, students, agency, and college. Represents the college/program in a positive manner. Establishes rapport with agency personnel and colleagues. Maintains communication with course instructors, clinical facilities, and the Instructor/Coordinator. Welcomes, values, and nurtures people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Position involves sitting, standing and/or walking most of the time in a classroom/laboratory/clinic setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, standing, walking, lifting, dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and viewing various types of close visual work. Frequent (34-66%) stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, carrying, and perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching. Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally (10-33%). Will travel to other on-campus facilities, off-campus facilities and agencies to teach, attend meetings, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with an Iowa license, have worked for two full-time years as an RN, or have a health related degree. Must be able to demonstrate all technical skills required of students. May potentially be subject to bio-hazardous chemicals; moveable mechanical parts; and fumes, odors, dusts, and mists.

EEO/AA STATEMENT

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572 , equity@kirkwood.edu , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582,

Telephone:

(303) 844-5695

FAX:

(303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339

Email:

OCR.Denver@ed.gov .

WHY KIRKWOOD

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them here ! Employer Kirkwood Community College Address 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52404 Phone 319-398-5572 Website http://www.kirkwood.edu Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email Job Opportunities Account Privacy Policy Terms Of Use Your Privacy Choices Accessibility Statement Copyright © 2026 Do not sell my personal information × For California residents, and to the extent NEOGOV sells your personal information as the term "sell" is defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information by us to third parties at any time. This setting only applies to registered account holders that have opted-in for an Access Membership. If you wish to opt-out click follow these steps: Log into your Job Seeker Profile Click your name in the upper right-hand corner Select Account Settings Select the Preferences section Click the Edit button next to Access Membership Switch Toggle to off Click Save If you do not have a registered account this setting does not apply, however, you can review your right on our privacy policy . If you require further assistance, please email privacy@neogov.com × Accessibility Statement At Governmentjobs.com, Inc. d/b/a NEOGOV, we recognize the importance of making our products and services accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities, and are continually working to improve the experience for all users. Commitment to Accessibility We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features. Ongoing Enhancements Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services. Feedback and Assistance We value feedback from our users. If you encounter any accessibility barriers while using our services or have suggestions on how we can improve, please reach out to us at accessibility@neogov.com. We will make every effort to resolve any concerns and consider alternative options where possible. Thank you for choosing NEOGOV. We remain dedicated to improving accessibility and creating an inclusive experience for all.