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(Full-time) Vocational Nursing Instructor at Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Community College Share on X Print Application Deadline 8/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/4/2026 Contact Human Resources 530-242-7640 Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 63,500.44 - 104,109.10 Annually Length of Work Year See Position Description Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print (Full-time) Vocational Nursing Instructor Salary: $63,500.44 - $104,109.10 Annually Location: Shasta College - Health Sciences - Downtown Redding, CA Job Type: Faculty Full-Time Department: Instruction Job Number: 2022-00593 Closing: 8/31/2026 4:30 PM Pacific Description Description of Basic Functions and Responsibilities OVERVIEW The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District (Shasta College) sits at the northern end of the Sacramento Valley, surrounded by mountains to the north, east, and west. The area provides a wide array of outdoor amenities and activities with miles of hiking and biking trails, national parks, two lakes, and the Sacramento River. The main campus is located in the city of Redding, population 90,000

The area is characterized by excellent schools with high graduation rates, low traffic, and low housing prices (Zillow average 393,000 vs. California state average of 770,000). Shasta College is committed to providing its diverse student population with equitable education outcomes, contributing to the social, cultural, intellectual, and economic development of our communities.

The college has been recognized as a leader in developing and implementing innovative education programs to increase student success, including accelerated pathways for high school students to achieve a bachelor's degree and for returning students to complete their Associate and Bachelor's degrees. Shasta College enrolls more than 11,000 students annually and provides educational services to students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Our ideal candidate is motivated to join a campus community prioritizing the success of our racially and socio-economically diverse staff and student population.

Providing equitable outcomes so all members of our community may enjoy safe, healthy, and vibrant educational and employment environments is critical to our success. Teaching in the California Community College system offers a unique opportunity to empower students to improve their lives and communities. Our faculty engage with a diverse student population, facilitating equitable outcomes for all students seeking enrichment through our academic programs.

As a faculty member at Shasta College, you will join a vibrant community of educators working together to provide a positive, healthy educational environment where our students experience diverse academic and cultural perspectives. A career in teaching at Shasta College offers a highly rewarding and enriching employment experience. DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Community College District is a collaborative and inclusive organization that strives for equity and equal opportunity and that serves a diverse student population.

Under administrative leadership, it is the responsibility of the full-time college instructor to teach classes and to participate in processes that will result in continuous improvement of instruction and programs, student success and completion, and advancement of the vision, mission, and values of Shasta College. In addition to instructional duties, this position will also serve as the program director for Licensed Vocational Nursing. CLASSIFICATION: Placement on the current Faculty Salary Schedule is commensurate with previous education and experience.

- Full-time instructional faculty are contracted to work 175 days per year including 164 days of classroom instruction and 11 days of professional growth and development. Instructors enjoy up to 18 weeks off per year during the summer and winter intercessions. The Fall and Spring semesters each contain 17 weeks of instruction with approximately 82 instructional days.

The Fall semester begins in late August and ends in mid-December. The Spring semester begins in mid-January and ends in mid-May. The number of hours worked in any given day during a semester will vary based on course schedules.

The District's academic calendars, showing the start and end dates of each semester and District holidays are available at: https://www.shastacollege.edu/academics/academic-calendars/ - This position is Instructional faculty. - Starting Salary: $63,500.44 - $104,109.10/year on the 2025-2026 Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule - Salary Range: $63,500.44 - $134,784.25/year on the 2024-2025 Full-Time Faculty Salary Schedule - $2,000/year doctorate differential - State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) - START DATE: This position is anticipated to start the beginning of the Spring 2027 semester. May be expected to teach online

BENEFITS: Holiday and sick time will be provided. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis and an employee assistance program (EAP).Employees have the option to contribute to: - Health Savings Account (HSA) - 403(b) and 457 Retirement Plans - Section 125 Plan including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Day Care Accounts In addition, employees have the option to purchase: - Disability Income Insurance - Cancer Insurance - Life Insurance - Accident Only Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance For more information regarding Employment and Benefits Policies, please view the Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement at: https://www.shastacollege.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-agreements/ SUPERVISOR: Dean of Health Sciences or designee. Typical Duties, Knowledge and Ability SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities designated below are primary to the instructor role

Classroom Responsibilities: - Meet classes/laboratories as assigned within the academic calendar. - Develop and implement instruction for each class and laboratory period, consistent with the official course outline and District guidelines. - For online and hybrid courses, maintain online course components, including asynchronous or synchronous content delivery, as required by the teaching assignment.

- For online and hybrid courses, provide regular student-student and student-instructor contact. - During the first week of class, distribute a syllabus for each course to communicate to students the course description, objectives, grading, testing, attendance, and other requirements, in accordance with District guidelines on syllabus content. - Provide regular, timely feedback to students; return all graded work in a timely fashion.

- Assign final grades for courses as required by District policy, administrative procedures, California Education Code, and Title 5. - Demonstrate respect for student rights as specified in District policy and applicable laws. - Submit requisitions for textbooks and instructional materials in a timely manner and with consideration of cost to the student.

- Refer students to tutoring and related student services when appropriate. - Supervise students in off-campus activities when participation is expected as part of a course requirement or where such supervision is part of the instructor's load. - Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours.

- Participate in professional development to remain current in the assigned discipline. - Submit required administrative paperwork, including student learning outcomes in a timely and accurate manner. - Discipline-specific classroom responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities: - Schedule and maintain office hour days and times and ensure that they are clearly communicated to students in all classes and to division staff. - Participate in the process of participatory governance through District participatory, ad hoc, or advisory committees. - Participate in the curriculum review process within established cycles; develop new courses in response to student or community needs.

- Participate in program review and annual planning within established cycles. - Participate in selection (hiring) processes, as needed. - Attend and participate in department and division meetings.

- Assess learning outcomes and participate in learning outcomes processes. - Participate in required professional development activities that result in improved pedagogy leading to student success and completion. - Continue to develop professional skills and remain current in subject matter knowledge.

- Meet all flex requirements as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement. - Participate in the evaluation process as described in the faculty collective bargaining agreement. - Keep and submit official records required by District policy and administrative procedures.

- Abide by District policies concerning District property and safety. - Report absences due to illness or for personal necessity to the supervising administrator. - Recommend purchases of instructional supplies and equipment as needed.

- Fulfill all obligations as established in the current collective bargaining agreement. - Discipline-specific additional responsibilities as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND EXPERIENCE The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate that they are broadly prepared and have a depth of knowledge in the discipline.

In addition, successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge and abilities: - Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population; - Ability to effectively work with students with a wide range of skills, motivations, academic, and vocational goals; - Ability to design and deliver courses, including those offered in different modalities (e.g., in-person, online, hybrid); - Ability to participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges and universities; - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; - Demonstrated ability to maintain subject matter currency; - Ability to assess student learning outcomes; - Knowledge of and willingness to explore new technologies and teaching practices that would benefit students and programs; - Experience that indicates a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical and learning disabilities; - Knowledge of and commitment to the California community college mission. Experience/Education Education/Experience Required: - Registered nurse in the state of California with Master's degree OR Master's degree in progress with minimum of 2 years of nursing experience AND one of the following:- One year of teaching or clinical supervision (or a combination of both) for RN or LVN program - Or three years of education experience as an RN - Or three years of administration experience as an RN - Must complete the following for approval by the BVNPT:- Completion of the online adult learner's course - Completion of approved curriculum course - Completion of approved leadership/administration course - Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, as well as staff members and students with physical and/or learning disabilities. Additional Information To be considered a candidate for a Faculty position, the applicant must submit ALL of the following materials: - Online Application with the following materials attached: - Cover letter addressing criteria listed in the position announcement - Current resume and/or placement file - College transcripts (unofficial will be accepted at the time of application) Attention Applicants: - After application has been submitted, all application materials will be screened

- Internal candidates must also submit all required materials to be considered. - Candidate evaluations will not be considered. - Reference letters from any member of the Hiring Committee or Board Members will not be considered.

- Interviews will be by invitation only. - Interviews may be by Zoom. - The District does not reimburse for new hire moving expenses.

The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District ("Shasta College") does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, disability (physical and mental), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities at any of its campuses. Shasta College also prohibits harassment on any of these bases, including sexual harassment, as well as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/9736945 je-c9454bb7b5dd4d71a6c81fc038ba89fe Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer

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