Dean of Career & Industry Programs Campus Location:
Cleveland, Tennessee Salary Range:
•Rank and salary will be
commensurate with qualifications and experience
Position Status:
Exempt /
Full-Time Moving Allowance:
N/A Cleveland State Community
College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to
providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds,
careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with
similar values who can help us accomplish those goals. Special Instructions to
Applicants:
To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities,
qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience
not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position. Please note
the following: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
Part-time work
experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience.
JOB SUMMARY
Instructors provide high-quality instruction that supports student learning and fosters a positive learning environment in the classroom.
The primary responsibility is teaching and evaluating students in assigned courses. Instruction is delivered on-site throughout the
college's five-county service area and may also be offered through online teaching formats. Instructors communicate with students outside of
class and perform a variety of administrative duties, including committee work, assessment, registration, and advising.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS
Master's degree from an accredited institution in
Nursing with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in qualifying coursework.
Recent professional nursing clinical
experience.
Active, unencumbered Tennessee or multistate compact Registered Nurse (RN) or APRN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
(APRN) license.
Current American Heart Association (AHA), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
certification.
Valid driver's license. The educational requirements listed for this position reflect the
qualifications for the rank of Instructor. An appointee may be appointed at a higher academic rank provided the individual meets the minimum
education and experience requirements established by the Tennessee Board of Regents, including any future revisions to those
requirements.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Plan and teach classes as assigned in
accordance with course descriptions, course syllabi, departmental guidelines, and approved instructional formats, including on-site
instruction throughout the college's five-county service area and online delivery as applicable.
Fulfill all instructional
requirements required by Cleveland State Community College and the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR).
Remain current in the
instructional field and in effective teaching methodologies.
Devote a minimum of 37.5 hours per week to the institution, maintain
appropriate office hours, and obtain approval for any commitments that may affect employment responsibilities.
Be accessible to
students for advising, academic assistance, and support based on the instructional format.
Participate in institutional and
academic unit meetings.
Maintain and safeguard all required records and report grades as prescribed by the Registrar.
Comply with Cleveland State Community College and Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) policies and procedures.
Participate in
division, student, and academic year evaluations as required by the college.
Support and participate in the college's recruitment
and retention efforts. Non-Essential Functions Instructors will be
required to meet standards now required or which may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) and the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC).
May be required to achieve additional skill, knowledge, or credentialing levels.
Perform public service and community engagement activities consistent with the institution's mission and service area.
Support, promote, and serve as an advisor to campus clubs, student organizations, and other related student activities as
appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional practices and the ability to perform the
responsibilities expected of a college-level instructor.
Knowledge of the mission, role, and functions of a comprehensive
community college.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with
students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
Ability to support student success through advising, student engagement,
assessment activities, and participation in academic or institutional committees.
Ability to develop, coordinate, or
support educational and professional development opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and the ability to create documents, manage data, prepare reports, and
support daily operations.
Demonstrated competency in the use and operation of instructional equipment and technologies relevant to
the discipline.
Knowledge of available instructional media resources and their effective application in teaching and
learning.
Proficiency in computer-related skills necessary for job performance, including instructional and administrative
technologies.
Preferred experience:
Experience with alternative instructional delivery methods, including hybrid,
online, interactive, or other technology-supported teaching formats.
WORK ACTIVITIES
&
EQUIPMENT Work activities routinely involve the use of standard office equipment, including computers, printers, copiers,
scanners, telephones, and other related devices. Employees are expected to perform tasks such as data entry, document preparation, email
communication, and report generation using these tools.
JOB LOCATION
This on-site
position is based at the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role includes responsibilities at
off-site instructional locations as needed, including the McMinn Higher Education Center (MHEC) in Athens, Tennessee, and dual enrollment
sites within the College's five-county service area. The position may require travel throughout the College's five-county service
area, as well as occasional travel to state meetings, conferences, and other professional development events as needed. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Cleveland State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
Insurance:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/H.S.A.
Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
Fourteen (14)
Paid Holidays/Year
Sick and Annual Leave
Sick Leave Bank
State Employee Discount Program with over 900
merchants If you are interested, click on the link to apply. Applications can be assured full consideration if
submitted by June 5, 2026. HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.
