Professor, Practical Nursing

Sheridan is looking for outstanding individuals to join our faculty team in the Practical Nursing Program. This program offers students a comprehensive set of practical and critical skills, as well as knowledge in specific to the roles, responsibilities and competencies of Registered Practical Nurses, according to the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). Sheridan seeks part-time professors to teach in a variety of theory-based courses and/or simulation/lab learning experiences offered within the Practical Nursing program.

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Sheridan professors are responsible for developing an effective learning environment for students while respecting their diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, experiences, and individual learning styles.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering course curriculum in the classroom and/or online according to evidence and theory-based teaching and learning principles and in accordance with Sheridan Policies and Procedures;
• Engaging students in meaningful and student-centered academic experiences, while evaluating student progress/achievement and assuming responsibility for the overall assessment of the students' work within assigned courses;
• Defining, evaluating and validating learning outcomes and designing appropriate strategies and tools for assessing student learning;
• Developing individualized instruction and multi-media presentations and incorporating technology into the learning process where applicable;
• Attending periodic faculty meetings;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

About You

You have a passion for sharing your knowledge with others and contributing to the advancement of your field.

You respect equity and diversity and value participating in and creating safe and inclusive environments at work and in the community.

You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a team.

You are an agile individual with an ability to respond and adapt to change while using your problem-solving skills to most appropriately and effectively support each student's unique needs.

The successful candidate(s) will also meet the following qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor of Nursing degree; Master of Nursing degree or equivalent preferred;
• Current membership as an RN with the College of Nurses of Ontario with no restrictions to practice;
• Minimum of 5 years related professional experience;
• Advanced knowledge in at least one of the following: Working with Vulnerable Populations, Women's Health, Older Adults, Mental Health and Wellness, Acute Care, Clinical Simulation;
• Experience with Virtual Learning portals and resources, Microsoft Office, and a variety of Learning Management Systems preferred;
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development, delivery, and evaluation at the post-secondary level or equivalent experience preferred;
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills;
• Committed to excellence in teaching and learning and to working within a team environment.

Who We Are

Every member of the Sheridan community is passionate about the transformational role we play in people's lives. Our strategic plan, Sheridan 2027: Forging the Future ), charts a path towards a new ground-breaking model of higher education that reshapes post-secondary education and better prepares students for the future. We are committed to demonstrably advancing equity, diversity and inclusivity. Diversity is our strength and fuels our commitment to excellence. Across our campuses, we're making meaningful strides towards developing an equitable and inclusive community.

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Other Details

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Applied Health and Community Studies

Campus Location: Davis (may be assigned activities at any Sheridan campus)

Reference #: J

Employee Group: Non-Full Time - Faculty

Salary Range: Based on relevant educational qualifications and experience

Start Date: Winter 2026

Application Deadline: November 7, 2025

Sheridan is deeply committed to implementing the Calls to Action framed by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. We acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nations, Anishinaabe Nation, Huron-Wendat and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. Sheridan is situated on these lands, and it is our collective responsibility to honour and respect those who have gone before us, those who are here, and those who have yet to come. We are grateful for the opportunity to be working on this land.

Sheridan values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. Sheridan regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. Sheridan seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism, and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including those who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit/Inuk, Black, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

Sheridan is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources.

You may be asked to provide copies of your educational credentials at the time of interview. Upon hire, we require official confirmation of educational credentials and Canadian equivalency assessments, if applicable.