CTE Medical Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant Teacher

About the role

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.

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.

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.
• 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)
• Bachelor’s degree in education, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
• 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.