CTE Health Science/CNA instructor

Specific Responsibilities

• Instruction in Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and career investigation.
• Knowledgeable of CTSO organization.
• Establish a CTE advisory committee to help the program and provide updates to implement into CTE curriculum.
• Maintain student files, training records, Internship hours and observations, and all reports concerning student certifications.
• Plan and deliver pathway curriculum in a highly engaging classroom and laboratory.
• Maintain and enter all required data for student grades, attendance, and discipline.
• Create and maintain a positive learning environment for students.
• Prepare lesson plans and accompanying resources required to meet the objectives of the CTE Next Level Programs of Study (NLPS) pathway standards.
• Maintain and inventory Perkins materials, all service tools, equipment, and technology.
• Work cooperatively with other CTE pathway instructors, specialists, and administrators.
• Follow building and district rules and procedures when performing assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relationships by practicing good human relations with students, staff, parents, and community partners.

Specific Skills And Knowledge

• Familiar with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) careers and opportunities.
• Possess/Ability to Obtain Certified Nurse Aide or Qualified Medication Aide Train the Trainer Course Certificate.
• Plan and implementation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and planning of developmentally appropriate practices and activities.

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Candidate must have appropriate Indiana teaching license or be eligible for license based on education and work experience.
• (Eligibility is defined as holding or be eligible for a Workplace Specialist (WS) License by having over 4000-6000 documented hours in the field in the last five years): CTE: Health Occupations 5-12 or Workplace Specialist: Health Science – Nursing 9-12
• Must be eligible to teach dual credit courses through Ivy Tech
• A Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensed and in good standing in the State of Indiana
• Have a minimum of one year of licensed nurse experience.
• Have a completed course in teaching adults.
• A vocational teacher’s license will substitute for the required training in teaching adults.

Personal Attributes

• Acts in accordance with the professional code of ethics.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.