Cabrillo College

Nursing, Clinical - Medical Surgical/Simulation - Associate Instructor

Location
Aptos, CA
Pay
Not disclosed
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
November 6, 2026

About this position

Nursing, Clinical - Medical Surgical/Simulation - Associate Instructor Cabrillo College Salary: See Position Description Job Type: Associate (Part-time) Job Number: 2026-02219 Closing: 12/10/2027 11:59 PM Pacific Location: 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA Department: Nursing Please apply for this job directly on the Cabrillo College job opportunities page here. Employment Opportunity Cabrillo College is accepting applications to fill temporary, part-time faculty assignments and to establish an eligibility pool for positions that may become available in the Spring 2027 & Fall 2027 semesters:N11 - Nursing Practice I N21 - Nursing Practice II This associate position is open for application submission through the deadline date as noted above OR until the position has been filled. The work locations for this position are in-person at our Aptos campus and may include other locations as needed. We need YOU! Cabrillo College is looking for Faculty to provide quality programs and services for a diverse student population, promoting ever-evolving needs as our students grow toward their individual aspirational goals. Cabrillo is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a special focus on enhancing the Latinx student experience. Join our team, valuing high-level, innovative instruction, support services, a welcoming environment, and helping change the world one student at a time! The ideal candidate will share Cabrillo's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 10,500+ students per term. As of the 2025 Academic Year, 71% of Cabrillo students are members of minoritized populations, identifying themselves as LatinX (49%), Multi Ethnic (20%), Asian (1%), Black Non-Hispanic (<1%), Filipino (<1%), American Indian/Alaskan Native(<1%), and Pacific Islander (<1%). In 2006, Cabrillo College was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. About the College: Situated on Monterey Bay in the county of Santa Cruz, California, Cabrillo College is highly regarded for its success in transfer and career education, and currently serves over 11,400 students each semester. Cabrillo College transfers many students to three nearby universities: the University of California at Santa Cruz, San Jose State University, and California State University at Monterey Bay. Cabrillo's career education is closely connected to the nearby agricultural and farming industries as well as the Silicon Valley business environment. Faculty at Cabrillo College actively participate in curriculum development and program planning and serve on participatory governance committees. Cabrillo provides an excellent opportunity to learn, collaborate, create, and make a difference in the lives of its diverse student body and community. About the Department:For more information on our Nursing Department, click on this link About Associate Faculty Requirements: At the time of appointment for this position, Cabrillo College requires employees to maintain residence and permanently reside within the state of California. Candidates must understand when applying that at the time of appointment, they will need to have moved to the State of California (if applicable). Candidates must also understand that Associate Faculty assignments are considered short-term and temporary; employment for this short-term and temporary position may be terminated by the District as permitted by Education Code Section 87665 and the CCFT bargaining unit agreement. Examples of DutiesTeach assigned classes, which may include evening or off-campus assignments Engage in participatory governance committees, processes, research, service, and initiatives such as Guided Pathways Maintain timely and accurate records of student enrollment, attendance, and academic progress Provide academic assistance and related services to students during scheduled office hours Cooperate with and participate as may be required in District investigations and/or student grievance matters of alleged unlawful harassment, discrimination, and retaliation Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff Complete required District trainings such as Title IX, Mandated Reporter, EEO/Diversity/Elimination of Bias, Workplace Safety, etc. Minimum Qualifications Required Education from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized, accredited organization and licensure qualifications in one of the two BRN areas below:Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff AND meet the qualifications set by the Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) for Assistant Instructor or Instructor: BRN Assistant Instructor Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university that includes coursework in nursing or in natural, behavioral, or social sciences relevant to nursing practice; AND Direct patient care experience within the previous five (5) years in the nursing area to which the applicant will be assigned, demonstrated by either:One (1) year of continuous, full-time (or equivalent) experience providing direct patient care as a registered nurse in the designated nursing area; OR One (1) academic year of registered nurse-level clinical teaching experience in the designated nursing area, or its equivalent, demonstrating clinical competency. BRN Instructor QualificationsA master's or higher degree from an accredited college or university that includes coursework in nursing, education, or administration; AND At least one (1) year of experience teaching courses related to regist

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