CTE TEACHER – HEALTH SCIENCES 0.6 FTE SAMMAMISH HIGH SCHOOL 2026-27

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides direct classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction aligned with state and national standards for Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) programs.
• Maintains and manages the Health Science skills laboratory, ensuring equipment readiness, organization, safety compliance, and effective instructional use.
• Captures and manages student clinical placements in approved healthcare facilities, including scheduling and monitoring student completion of required clinical hours necessary for Washington State certification.
• Organizes and maintains student clinical eligibility requirements, including vaccinations, health clearances, background checks, documentation, and maintenance of required records.
• Establishes and maintains partnerships with school administrators, local healthcare providers, and industry partners to strengthen program quality and student opportunities.
• Ensures program compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and Nursing Assistant Training Program requirements.
• Maintains approval and certification with the Washington State Board of Health to administer Nursing Assistant skills testing.
• Serves as an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor, providing instruction and assessment leading to student certification.
• Maintains adherence to safety and infection control protocols during all program activities.
• May be expected to work additional time beyond normal contract hours and compensated per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Bellevue Education Association and Bellevue School District.
• Participates in school and district CTE initiatives, advisory committees, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Holds an active registered nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state of Washington.
• Meets the Washington State Department of Health qualifications as a Nursing Assistant Training Instructor.
• Possesses or is eligible for CTE certification with V511614 (Nursing Assistant) and V600097 (Work Site Learning Coordinator).
• Prior experience teaching or training nursing assistants or other healthcare professionals.
• Experience supervising students in clinical or laboratory settings.

Skills

• Ability to plan, deliver, and assess engaging and effective instruction in both classroom and clinical settings.
• Strong organizational and program management skills, including record-keeping and compliance tracking.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with students, families, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Leadership and team-building abilities to guide program staff and students.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address program needs and student challenges.
• Ability to adapt to evolving educational and healthcare environments, including integration of new technologies.
• Cultural responsiveness and ability to foster inclusive, supportive learning environments.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise students in clinical settings safely and effectively.

Physical Requirements

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.