Graduate Adjunct Faculty, Nursing

University of Saint Joseph

. Teach 2–6 credits designated as contact time with students .

Posted 10/23/2026part-timeWest Hartford • Connecticut • United StatesEntry Level💰 $3,000 - $3,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nursing education and practice, with a strong commitment to student success and cultural competency. Capable of delivering clear instruction and providing constructive feedback in a supportive learning environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In NursingAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse LicenseNurse Practitioner ExperienceTeaching ExperienceCultural Competency

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Soft Skills

Student SupportFeedback ProvisionCommunication

Tools & Technologies

USJ Technology

Industry Keywords

Graduate Nursing CoursesClinical CoursesAcademic CalendarOffice HoursCourse Records

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach 2–6 credits designated as contact time with students
Grade all student assignments promptly
Provide feedback to promote student academic success
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours, including at least one additional hour per week in person or virtually
Deliver qualified and clear instruction related to course subject
Use USJ technology to facilitate teaching
Meet all designated class periods according to the academic calendar
Submit mid-semester and final grades to the Registrar's Office
Leave course records with the department chairperson upon course completion
Provide a supportive atmosphere for student success
Teach graduate nursing courses during the Summer and Fall 2027 semesters
Participate in required monthly in-person meetings for clinical courses

Requirements

What you’ll need

Earned master's degree in nursing is required
Licensed or eligible for license by the state of Connecticut as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Minimum of two years of experience practicing as a nurse practitioner
Prior teaching experience strongly preferred
Cultural competency to work with diverse student and/or employee population
Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
Physical ability to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation
Submit resume/Curriculum Vitae and a cover letter
Indicate general availability and experience teaching in various formats

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible program with asynchronous learning and synchronous online sessions
In-person, synchronous online, and asynchronous online course formats
Professional and personal life resources
Fitness and recreational options
Cultural events and opportunities for spiritual development