Summary

Educates students in general education core; and/or health studies; and/or professional courses by providing instructional experiences that support mission and goals of University and/or program. Assesses educational outcomes and uses data to revise curriculum and instructional methodology with goal of ensuring competent entry-level practitioners and good citizens. Under the administrative direction of the Academic Dean and/or general direction of the Program Chair. Position may require hours beyond the 8-hour workday.

Responsibilities

Facilitates the creation of a learning environment for student instruction that encourages critical thinking, investigation, self-direction and respect for the uniqueness and strengths of each individual.

Advises and tutors students and evaluates academic progression of students in meeting requirements for the program of study and in accomplishing program outcomes.

Demonstrates a professional role within the discipline by remaining current with trends, issues and practices.

Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration in the department and the University through committee assignments, faculty governance, peer review and campus activities.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Desired: Master's Degree in the teaching or professional discipline.

Minimum:

Experience

Desired: Teaching experience in a college setting; Good character, mature attitude and stable personality; Promise of excellence in teaching and in scholarly or creative works.

Minimum:

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Desired: Participation in professional organizations. Current license/certification to practice in the State of Tennessee as appropriate to professional practice areas.

Minimum:

About Baptist Memorial Health Care

At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.

At Baptist, We Offer:

Competitive salaries

Paid vacation/time off

Continuing education opportunities

Generous retirement plan

Health insurance, including dental and vision

Sick leave

Service awards

Free parking

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Health care and dependent care spending accounts

Education assistance/continuing education

Employee referral program

Job Summary:

Position: 2120 - Instructor-PRN

Facility: Baptist Health Sciences University

Department: CS Allied Health University

Category: Academics

Type: Non Clinical

Work Type: PRN

Work Schedule: Days

Location: US:TN:Memphis

Located in the Memphis metro area REQNUMBER: 20781