Assistant Professor, Testing and Remediation (224 Days)

SALARY Depends on Qualifications
LOCATION Lake City, FL
JOB TYPE Full-time
JOB NUMBER 202300042
DIVISION Vice President, Academic Affairs
DEPARTMENT Nursing and Health Sciences
OPENING DATE 04/11/2024
CLOSING DATE 5/11/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
This is a 224-day faculty position responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of testing and remediation initiatives for the department of Nursing and Health Science. This role is critical in ensuring the academic success of students by assessing their knowledge and skills, assisting to develop study habits and test-taking strategies, providing remediation support, and promoting continuous improvement in our health programs. This position works closely with remediation for all “at risk” students within the department based on best education practices. 

Examples of Duties
(Note: The following examples of work as listed in this job description are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the classification. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.)

• Analyze assessment data to identify areas of strength and areas requiring remediation.
• Assess student behaviors and performance to develop individualized success plans.
• Create and implement effective remediation programs for students not meeting academic performance standards.
• Collaborate with faculty to design personalized remediation plans.
• Monitor and track student progress in remediation, adjusting plans as needed.
• Assist faculty in identifying students in need of remediation.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to student assessment, performance, and remediation outcomes.
• Use data to make informed decisions about curriculum changes and program improvements.
• Prepare reports for accreditation bodies and internal stakeholders.
• Manage resources, including testing materials, software, and remediation tools.
• Budget and allocate resources effectively to support testing and remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with faculty and student services to provide support services for students in remediation.
• Foster a supportive and encouraging environment to help students succeed.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in nursing education and assessment.
• Attend conferences and workshops related to nursing education and assessment.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required.)

Minimum Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Dedication to maintaining a safe and professional learning environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher; Master’s degree in Nursing Education preferred. Valid, unencumbered Florida Nursing license. One (1) year of teaching in an academic setting and three (3) years in clinical nursing preferred.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction).
• Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid).
• Ability to communicate effective both orally and in writing.
• Light (up to 15 pounds) lifting and carrying.
• Reaching.
• Walking.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Bending.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Works primarily in an office and classroom environment.
(Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with existing ADA requirements for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Supplemental Information
Florida Gateway College does not discriminate in education or employment-related decisions on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, disability, age, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status in accordance with the law.