Psychiatric Technician Instructor

Kern Community College District is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach in the Psychiatric Technician program. The successful candidate will be responsible for instructing students in the discipline of Psychiatric Technician and will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to teaching and learning.

• Instruct students in the Psychiatric Technician program, including lectures, discussions, and laboratory activities.
• Develop and implement curriculum, including curriculum delivered via different modalities.
• Assess student learning outcomes and provide feedback to students.
• Participate in recruitment and articulation activities with local schools, colleges, and universities.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and administrators.

A valid, active license as a California Registered Nurse or Psychiatric Technician is required. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in nursing and two years of professional experience, or an Associate's degree in nursing and two years of professional experience, or the equivalent may be considered. The successful candidate will also be expected to demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

This is a part-time, hourly adjunct position. The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues in an environment that promotes innovation, teaching, learning, and service to a diverse student population. The position may involve teaching at off-campus sites, day or evening classes, weekend classes, large classes, distance learning, and multiple teaching methodologies.

The District offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including prorated sick leave and eligibility for the ACA health benefits at employee expense. For a detailed list of benefit eligibility, please visit our Benefits Website.