Helena College University of Montana a comprehensive two-year college, provides access to and support of high quality lifelong educational opportunities for our diverse community. Helena College is seeking qualified applicants who wish to become part of a dynamic and creative team for a full-time, tenure track, position as a Nursing Instructor.
The Helena College Nursing Programs offer practical and registered nursing degrees. The Nursing Instructor position is a permanent, tenure-track position on an academic year contract working with the Nursing Faculty team and under the direction of the Director of Nursing.
Faculty members in nursing are professional educators with the specific responsibility of providing a quality education for the nursing students. Helena College has a well-established reputation for providing quality nursing graduates to healthcare employers in the Helena community and surrounding area.
The Nursing Faculty position aligns with Helena College's Guiding Principle -- IMPACT: The Nursing Faculty work closely with each cohort of students to ensure their success.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
This Faculty position reports to the Director of Nursing and will be responsible for teaching 30 credits in the academic year.
This position will be responsible for:
Classroom teaching and clinical teaching oversight
Course preparation, remaining current in the area of expertise, and updating course content when appropriate to reflect the current knowledge in the discipline.
Developing, implementing, and reviewing -- at least annually -- an effective learning process that incorporates appropriate methodology, technology, and other tools
Working in partnership with the Director of Nursing through a formal system of evaluation of instruction, to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement in the instructional process and identify professional development activities that will lead to effective student learning.
Maintaining an appropriate schedule to allow for student access and inquiry.
Working in partnership with student services personnel on student advising, orientation, recruitment, and accessibility.
Participating in necessary institutional functions such as, but not limited to, college committees, mentoring activities, support in advisory boards and graduation events
Demonstration of effective use of adult learning principles and a variety of teaching methods to enhance understanding, including lecture, group discussions, simulations, skills activities, case studies, simulations, video recordings, and exploration of AI resources, etc.
Other professional responsibilities as assigned.
This position does not supervise other employees. This position may serve as a mentor or faculty resource to newly hired faculty, adjunct faculty, or clinical instructors. Faculty have autonomy and decision-making authority for course resources, content, delivery methods and teaching methods within approved curricular content. Collaborative discussion and evaluation of learning outcomes with the Nursing Faculty team and Director is an expected part of this role.
Minimum Qualifications
BSN required. MSN required or current enrollment in a Master of Science in Nursing program required.
Current, unencumbered RN license with the State of Montana required by start date.
Minimum of one year of Medical-Surgical nursing experience required.
Must be able to work lawfully in the United States. This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship
Preferred
Additional acute care hospital nursing experience preferred.
Experience teaching in higher education preferred.
Familiarity with online learning platforms preferred (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, etc.)
Additional Information
Work Schedule: Full time Academic Year position (10 months). Monday through Friday, with rare Saturday hours for special events. Working hours may be needed between the hours of 8am and 6pm.
Union Affiliation: Helena Teachers' Union: https://www.mus.edu/hr/cba/helena-teachers-union_2025-2027CBA.pdf
Benefits: Includes a comprehensive group insurance benefits program including medical plan options with prescription drug and dental plan, vision exam coverage, an employee assistance program (EAP), retirement plan, life and disability insurance options, flexible spending and dependent care account options, and optional long-term care insurance. Additional information on benefits can be found by visiting: https://choices.mus.edu/employees.asp
Priority Application Date: Monday, January, 5, 2026 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)
Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
A complete application Includes:
1.Letter of Interest -- addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as "Dear Search Committee" or "Dear Hiring Manager" is acceptable
2.Detailed Resume listing education and describing work experience
3.Transcript - (Unofficial transcripts acceptable with application) Official transcripts due upon hire
4.Three (3) professional references - names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM's non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.
Testing: Individual hiring departments withing the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State, the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100,000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.
