CTE Medical Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant Teacher

Summary

The ideal candidate will develop and deliver an engaging curriculum aligned with Colorado CTE standards, blending academic knowledge and hands-on clinical skills to prepare students for entry-level medical assistant roles and/or post-secondary education.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Colorado teaching license with a Career and Technical Education endorsement in Secondary CTE Health Science: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cteworksheets/healthscience
• Must be qualified to teach concurrent enrollment.
• Minimum of three years of professional experience as a medical assistant or related healthcare role.
• Holds or is eligible to hold one of the following credentials: Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA-C), Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse (RN), Limited Practice Nurse (LPN).
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Passion for teaching and mentoring diverse learners.
• Experience in curriculum development and instructional technology.
• Familiarity with the Colorado Career and Technical Education (CTE) framework.
• Has knowledge and experience of and/or willingness to gain knowledge of Competency-Based Education approaches
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
• Experience and/or skills working with culturally diverse populations desired

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver CTE CNA/Medical Assistant curriculum in alignment with state and district standards and Front Range Community College.
• Provide instruction in medical terminology, anatomy, clinical procedures, patient care, and administrative practices.
• Supervise and evaluate student performance in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
• Facilitate student preparation for industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Certified Medical Assistant).
• Collaborate with local healthcare organizations to arrange clinical externships and job shadowing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and certifications.
• Support students in career exploration, post-secondary planning, and soft skills development.
• Participate in professional development and stay current with healthcare and educational trends.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment.