San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 08/29/2025

Open Until Filled No

Classification Title Nursing: Contract Instructor-College Credit

Working Title Assistant Professor, Nursing

Recruitment Limits

Location San Diego City College

Pay Information

Class 1, Step C – Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44– $8,849.03) per month based on the current AFT – College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 – Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code §87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE:

1.0 FTE

Job Duration 10-Months

Position Number: 001430

FLSA Status Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Bargaining Unit AFT/College Faculty

Range (na)

Position Type Academic

Department School of Math, Sci, Nursing

The Position

Applications are now being accepted for a 10-month Assistant Professor, Nursing position at San Diego City College.

One of three colleges in the San Diego Community College District, City College is an urban campus minutes away from a world-class zoo and Balboa Park. It provides academic and vocational offerings to meet the needs of a diverse student population. While the current vacancy is at City College, applicants should understand that they are subject to assignment at any District facility at the option of the Chancellor. In addition, applicants to this recruitment may be used to fill identical vacancies during the academic year.

Major Responsibilities

Under direction, plan, organize, and teach assigned courses in an instructional field and clinical setting based on the discipline according to the approved course outlines, education code requirements, and faculty contract provisions; provide student feedback and guidance; evaluate students’ performance; and perform assigned duties. Must meet the California Board of Registered Nursing Regulations.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s in nursing

OR

Bachelor’s in nursing AND Master’s in health education or health science

OR the equivalent

OR the minimum qualifications as set by the Board of Registered Nursing, whichever is higher

Desired Qualifications

As specified in California Code of Regulations (CCRs) Section 1425©(2), “Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which he or she is assigned, which can be met by: (A) One (1) year’s continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as registered nurse area; or (B) one (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent.”

• The applicants must sign in to their California Breeze Account and apply for approval to teach in the nursing program by the California Board of Registered Nursing to become a nursing faculty member.
• California Breeze website: https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/mainMenu.do
• The position is based on contingency upon approval by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
• In accordance with CCR 1420 by the California Board of Registered Nursing, the approved Nursing Faculty must be “Clinically competent,” which means that the nursing program faculty member possesses and exercises the degree of learning, skill, care, and experience ordinarily possessed and exercised by staff level registered nurses of the nursing area to which the faculty member is assigned.
• All requirements related to immunization, background check, CPR, and malpractice insurance must be current per American Databank/Complio and Clinical Facilities.
• According to the California Board of Registered Nursing’s California Code of Regulations (CCRs) 1420, "clinically competent " means that the nursing program faculty member possesses and exercises the degree of learning, skill, care, and experience ordinarily possessed and exercised by staff-level registered nurses of the nursing area to which the faculty member is assigned.

The Nursing Faculty must have:

1. A current and active Registered Nursing License issued by the Board of Registered Nursing in California.

2. Per the California Board of Registered Nursing’s 16 CCR 1425 states that Nursing Faculty must provide direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which they are assigned, which can be met by: (A) One (1) year’s continuous, full-time or its equivalent experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; or(B) One (1) academic year of registered nurse level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area or its equivalent that demonstrates clinical competency; AND Completion of at least one (1) years’ experience teaching courses related to registered nursing or completion of a post-baccalaureate course which includes practice in teaching registered nursing.

3. Demonstrate competency in the following nursing courses:

a. Medical Surgical Nursing and Maternal Child Nursing (Obstetrics).

1. Once hired, the applicant must create a San Diego City College Nursing and Allied Health Consortium Education Account through AmericanData Bank /Complio (clinical partners’ requirements).

2. A Master’s or higher degree from an accredited college or university that includes coursework in nursing, education, or administration.

3. At least one year of experience as a Registered Nurse providing direct patient care or equivalent experience and/or education as determined by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Equivalency

If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process.

Foreign Degree:

Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

Possession of a current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in California, a CPR certificate, and a Malpractice insurance certificate. A Master’s or higher degree from an accredited University.

Commitment to Diversity:

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

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Working Conditions

Classroom, simulation, hospital/clinical, and community settings are included. The role requires the ability to lift and carry weights ranging from 10 to 100 pounds, which includes assisting with repositioning and transferring patients. It is essential to function as a Staff RN at the bedside in the clinical setting, in accordance with the regulations set by the California Board of Registered Nursing and the job description for a Staff RN at the clinical facility.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee.

Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email.

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply:

1. Complete online application;
2. Cover Letter;
3. Curriculum Vitae or Resume;
4. Syllabus;
5. Unofficial Undergraduate Transcripts;
6. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts;
7. Current California RN License;
8. Current CPR/BLS card/certificate;
9. Malpractice insurance certificate; AND,
10. List three (3) professional references.
11. Equivalency Request (required if applicable).
12. Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable).
13. License/Certificates/Credentials (if applicable).

Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments)

TBA

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit “official” college transcripts as stated on the application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);
• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to the first day of employment);
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;
• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,
• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT

If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information.

Additional Information:

Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment.

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