Nursing Instructor

ATS Institute of Technology

. Deliver high-quality, student-centered classroom and clinical instruction .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering high-quality nursing education through effective classroom and clinical instruction, while fostering a supportive learning environment and mentoring students for success in clinical practice and licensure.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In Nursing (BSN)Registered Nurse (RN) License In IllinoisClinical Practice ExperienceTeaching ExperienceStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Nursing Theory ApplicationClinical InstructionStudent AssessmentRemediation StrategiesCurriculum Development

Soft Skills

MentorshipOrganizationInterpersonal SkillsCritical ThinkingPassion For Education

Industry Keywords

NCLEX-PN PreparationStudent-Centered LearningBest Practices In Nursing EducationAcademic IntegrityLifelong Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality, student-centered classroom and clinical instruction
Integrate nursing theory with hands-on application
Prepare students for clinical practice, licensure, and the NCLEX-PN
Create a supportive and engaging learning environment
Provide individualized remediation and mentorship
Identify student learning needs
Partner with academic leadership, course faculty, and clinical teams
Stay current with best practices in nursing, education, and technology
Enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required
Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse, with recent clinical practice and/or teaching experience
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
Ability to commute reliably to the downtown Chicago campus at least three days per week
Ability to accommodate teaching schedules that may vary by semester
Evening availability required for the current semester
Passion for education, mentorship, and professional excellence
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Commitment to fostering student success and academic integrity
Ability to inspire critical thinking and lifelong learning

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement and Continuing Education Opportunities
Dedicated Paid Time Off including vacation, personal, and sick days
Paid Holidays
Mission-Driven Work where your expertise directly shapes the next generation of nurses and advances the quality of patient care