About UsDalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia , we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.
Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.
Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.
Job SummaryThe School of Health Professions at Dalton State College (DSC) invites applicants for a full-time (10 month) position in our LPN program, beginning as soon as possible. A 2-month summer contract will also be available. Faculty workload at Dalton State College consists of the following five components: (1) teaching, (2) student success, (3) research/scholarship/creative activity or academic achievement, (4) professional service to the institution or community, and (5) professional growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the nursing sequence as well as additional courses in their area of expertise in the classroom, skills lab, simulation lab, and clinical instructing. Other duties include advising and mentoring students, keeping office hours, developing curriculum, assessment of student learning, providing service to the campus and community, and undertaking professional development. Teaching assignments may include day, evening, off-campus, or online courses. DSC's Nursing Department has two locations, Main Campus at Dalton or the Mountain Campus in Ellijay.
This position is for our Mountain Campus in Ellijay. Candidates with a master's degree in nursing or related field may be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with an associate's degree must earn a master's degree in nursing or related field within three years of starting date. Associate and bachelor's degree candidates would be hired as a Lecturer with consideration for promotion to Assistant Professor once master's degree in nursing or related field has been completed.
Thanks to outstanding community support, the School Health Professions has state-of-the-art facilities and equipment for teaching skills to certificate and undergraduate nursing students. The interprofessional simulation center has high-fidelity computerized manikins which allows for realistic simulations for real life scenarios. These scenarios create a simulated clinical experience that requires student interventions preparing nurses for professional practice.
A complete application must include:
(1) Resume or Curriculum Vitae,
(2) Letter of interest outlining relevant experience,
(3) Statement on Teaching Philosophy,
(4) Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening, however official transcripts will be required upon employment,
(5) At least three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and/or past employers,
(6) Copy of Georgia or Multistate Compact Nursing license.
*Candidates with prior teaching experience, please provide evidence of teaching/training effectiveness (e.g. copies of course evaluations if available)
Review of applications will begin immediately, this position will remain open until filled.
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Salary is determined based on education and experience. Compensation may be adjusted for candidates whose highest degree is below a master's level to ensure consistency within our compensation structure.
Lecturer minimum $54,000
Assistant Professor minimum $65,000
Responsibilities- Teach courses at the undergraduate nursing level with clinical responsibilities. The teaching load will consist of 24 to 30 credit hours (based on nursing contact hours) per academic year.
- Advise students using Banner/DegreeWorks each semester for the subsequent semesters, assist with graduation applications, mentor students, and assist with career placement
- Actively participate and serve on committees in the college, school, and community
- Participate in other appropriate service and professional activities related to the field of expertise
Required Qualifications- Must have an unencumbered Georgia or multi-state compact registered nurse (RN) license
- An earned Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, Doctorate preferred, in the field of expertise
- Applicants must provide evidence of a minimum of three years' nursing experience
- To teach Licensed Practical Nurse students, Georgia Board of Nursing mandates a minimum of three (3) years of practice as a registered nurse within the preceding seven (7) years (Rule 410-9-.07 #2-a-2).
Preferred Qualifications- College classroom teaching experience
- Earned doctorate
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to teach face-to-face, hybrid, and online classrooms.
- Willingness to accommodate a variety of learning styles and use applied learning approaches.
- Support the DSC Vision, Mission, and Values.
- Successfully educate and empower the Dalton State student population .
USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Conditions of EmploymentOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment OpportunityEqual opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Dalton State College (DSC). As a member of the University System of Georgia, we follow the Board of Regents' policy, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any DSC program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.
Dalton State College is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact Dalton State College's Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034.
Other InformationAs part of the interview process, finalist candidates will be asked to deliver a teaching demonstration on a topic relevant to the position.
