Adjunct Faculty - Human Growth & Development
Trinity Health
Sales & Business Development
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Description:
Position Title: Adjunct InstructorDepartment: College of Nursing
Status: Per Diem
Reports To: Academic Dean of College of Nursing
Employment Type: Adjunct
Location: Online (Asynchronous Delivery)
Start Date: Fall 2026 then semester by semester
Credit hours: 3 credits
Position Summary
St. Joseph’s College of Nursing invites applications for Adjunct Faculty to teach undergraduate Human Growth and Development in a fully asynchronous online format. This course serves nursing and allied health students and supports their understanding of lifespan development and its application to patient-centered care across diverse populations.
Position Purpose
St. Joseph’s College of Nursing (SJCON) offers a single-purpose, hospital-based Associate in Applied Science degree with a major in Nursing. Program options include:
A traditional weekday format following a two-year academic calendar The Dual Degree Partnership in Nursing (DDPN), a collaborative 1+2+1 program with Le Moyne College enabling students to earn both an AAS and BS in Nursing within four years The Evening/Weekend option completed over 18 months The Accelerated Dual Degree Partnership in Nursing (ADDPN) for students who already hold a BA or BS degree
The College is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
Human Growth and Development is a foundational general education course and serves as a prerequisite for nursing coursework. The course emphasizes major theories and principles of development across the lifespan, including biological, cognitive, and psychosocial perspectives. Instruction intentionally connects developmental theory and research to clinical nursing practice, patient communication, and care planning across the lifespan. The course is delivered asynchronously and designed in alignment with Quality Matters (QM) standards and best practices in online adult learning.
Job Expectations
- Facilitate asynchronous online instruction using Canvas.
- Deliver engaging, well-structured weekly modules aligned with course objectives and QM-informed standards.
- Provide timely, meaningful feedback on discussions, assignments, and assessments.
- Apply adult learning principles and inclusive teaching practices to support nursing and allied health students.
- Integrate lifespan developmental concepts with real-world healthcare contexts and nursing practice.
- Collaborate with the College’s Quality Matters Coordinator to ensure ongoing alignment with institutional quality standards.
- Contribute to course evaluation and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain prescribed adjunct faculty workload, including instructional responsibilities, student communication, and participation in course-level planning.
- Recognize and respond to student learning needs, providing appropriate academic support.
- Adjunct is responsible for updating weekly learning activities within an existing framework and creating a master course shell
Required Technology
- Computer hardware expectations
- Stable internet requirements
- Webcam use is required
- Any required software
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate credits in Psychology (official transcripts required upon hire).
- Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.
- Experience using a learning management system (Canvas preferred).
- Strong written communication skills appropriate for asynchronous instruction.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience teaching fully asynchronous online courses.
- Training in Quality Matters (QM) or another recognized online course quality framework.
- Experience developing or revising online courses using evidence-based instructional design principles.
- Experience teaching nursing or allied health student populations.
- Familiarity with inclusive pedagogy and culturally responsive teaching practices.
Work Schedule & Modality
- Fully asynchronous online delivery.
- Faculty must maintain consistent weekly instructor presence and timely grading in accordance with College expectations.
- Synchronous office hours per instructor discretion
Ministry/Facility Information
- Our Trinity Health Culture: Our staff know, understand, incorporate & demonstrate our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, through their actions, behaviors, practices & decisions. Our Unit practice counsels, and open-door guiding principle gives all our employees a voice.
- Professional Environment of Care: Practice in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy atmosphere.
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance
- Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance and clinical ladder incentives. We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth. We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
- Work/Life: Follow academic scheduling to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature & level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.
Pay Range:
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience with asynchronous online teaching
- Curriculum vitae or résumé
- Unofficial transcripts (official required upon hire)
- Contact information for three professional references
Pay Range: $37.60 - $56.40
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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