Part Time Rn Jobs in Rapid City, SD (NOW HIRING)

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : 800 Mickelson Dr, Rapid City, SD
Job Type: Part-Time Temporary
Job Number: 2026-26
Department: Academics
Opening Date: 07/17/2026
Position Description
Adjunct instructors at Western Dakota Technical College are educators whose instructional efforts are expected to reflect the mission, vision, and goals of the institution. Adjunct faculty teach courses in their respective fields to include planning, preparation, and delivery of lecture/lab instruction material at all levels of training.
Western Dakota Technical College is accepting applications for a Practical Nursing Adjunct instructor. If interested, please complete an application, attach your resume and submit all transcripts, licenses, or certificates.
Adjuncts are paid dependent on their educational degree. Pay is as follows:

• BA/BS or lower - $27.35 per workload hour
• MA/MS - $29.76 per workload hour
• Doctorate - $31.92 per workload hour + $125 stipend per credit hour

*All degrees must be awarded by an accredited institution
Position Essential Duties
Mastery of Subject Matter

• Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline.
• Display an ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field or discipline.

Teaching Performance

• Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
• Employ available instructional technology, i.e. the internet, interactive technology, simulation when appropriate.
• Encourage the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
• Contribute to the selection and development of instructional materials in accordance with course objectives.
• Incorporate core competencies into curriculum.
• Promote student success by building positive interpersonal relationships with staff, students and colleagues at WDTC.
• Develop, update and post course syllabi in a timely manner.

Evaluation of Student Learning

• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters as required after each class according to established deadlines.
• Participate in program assessment activities as requested.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to student needs and circumstances.

Support of School's Policies and Procedures

• Teach classes as assigned and in accordance with the catalog description, the master syllabus, the stipulations of WDTC, and the interest of the industry.
• Meet with each class as scheduled and hold classes for the time frame as designated in the class schedule.
• Record and provide attendance data in accordance with school's policies and procedures.
• Perform job responsibilities as outlined in faculty handbook.
• Adhere to FERPA regulations.
• Exercise stewardship of school's facilities and materials.
• Follow WDTC policies and procedures.
• Complete Adjunct Orientation and required annual compliance activities.

Participation in Western Dakota Tech Program Activities

• Act in a professional manner as delineated in the South Dakota Code of Professional Ethics for Teachers
• Maintain professional classrooms, shops, labs and office areas.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.

Qualifications
For clinical and laboratory courses,a minimum of an Associate's degree inNursing from an accredited university or college and a minimum of one year of clinical experience in the area or areas of teaching responsibility.SD Registered Nursing license and driver's license required.For lecture courses,a minimum of a Bachelor'sdegree in Nursing from an accrediteduniversityor college and a minimumof one year of clinical experiencein the area or areas of teaching responsibility.SD Registered Nursing license and driver's license required.
OR
An equivalent combination of education, certification,training and/orexperience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work and discipline area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in skills as they relate to the program's operations.
• Work well under pressure.
• Take the initiative.
• Fundamentals of classroom management.
• Adhere to WDTC policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in all group sizes.
• Demonstrated ability in oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management and problem-solving.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Benefit offerings subject to change. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Western Dakota Technical College recruits' candidates who are authorized to work in the United States or who may qualify for employer-sponsored H-1B status. The College does not provide employment-based permanent residency sponsorship.
EOE/Statement of Non-Discrimination/Annual Security Report
WDTC subscribes to the fullest extent to the principle of the dignity of all people and their labors and will take action to ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, political affiliation, disability, status as a veteran, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to assure that each applicant for a position is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit, and ability. Inquiries may be directed to the Director of Human Resources at 605-718-2407. (07.2025)
ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT/CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires that the college's Annual Security Report which includes crime statistics be made available to prospective employees and prospective students upon request. Western Dakota Tech's Annual Security Report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported Clery crimes that occurred on campus and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus safety and security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault prevention and response, timely warnings, emergency response, and other matters. You may obtain this information through the Western Dakota Tech website at https://www.wdt.edu/assets/docs/uploads/consumer-information/securityreport.pdf. A printed copy of the report may be obtained by writing to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success, Western Dakota 800 Mickelson Dr., Rapid City, SD 57703 or by calling (605) 718-2931.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - MUST COMPLY WITH THE IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986
Western Dakota Technical College offers a wide range of excellent benefits. We provide generous PTO and sick leave, competitive health benefits, and eligibility with the South Dakota Retirement system. about our organization offerings.