Teaching Assistant

The Nursing Teaching Assistant provides individualized and small-group academic support to Practical Nursing (PN)

and Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students. This position promotes student success by reinforcing nursing

concepts, strengthening clinical judgment, developing effective study strategies, and supporting preparation for course

examinations and the NCLEX.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Support and Tutoring

• Provide individual and group tutoring for PN and ASN students through scheduled appointments and designated tutoring hours. Flexible scheduling is required, including occasional evening and weekend hours, based on student needs and program demands.
• Assist students in understanding nursing concepts, applying clinical judgment, and developing critical-thinking skills.
• Support students in preparing for course examinations, standardized assessments, and the NCLEX.
• Help students identify knowledge gaps and develop individualized strategies for academic improvement.
• Teach effective study habits, test-taking strategies, time management, and approaches to nursing examination questions.
• Utilize active learning, questioning, and other evidence-based teaching strategies to promote independent learning.
• Provide instructional and administrative support to nursing faculty in classroom and educational settings.
• Assist faculty with instructional preparation, organization of course materials, and maintenance of student records and assignments.
• Assist with tracking student attendance, participation, and engagement in learning activities.
• Deliver supplemental instruction or guest lectures within areas of clinical expertise, as requested by nursing faculty. Student Success and Faculty Collaboration
• Collaborate with nursing faculty and program leadership to identify students who may benefit from additional academic support.
• Maintain communication with faculty regarding common areas of student difficulty and opportunities for additional academic reinforcement.
• Provide a supportive, professional, and welcoming learning environment that respects diverse student backgrounds and learning needs.
• Encourage student accountability, confidence, and development of self-directed learning skills.
• Maintain appropriate documentation of tutoring sessions, student participation, and academic support activities.
• Assist with nursing student success initiatives and other related responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Associate degree in Nursing required; bachelor’s degree or higher preferred. Candidates must be interested in pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and transitioning into a full-time nursing faculty role in the future.
• Current, unencumbered Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license required. •Strong knowledge of fundamental nursing concepts, clinical judgment, and nursing examination practices.
• Ability to explain complex nursing concepts clearly and adapt teaching approaches to individual student needs.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated patience, professionalism, dependability, and commitment to student success.
• Experience in nursing education, tutoring, or student academic support preferred.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.