Medical Assistant Lead Instructor (Full-Time)

About the role

Northbridge University is seeking a qualified full-time Medical Assistant Instructor. Our campuses are growing! If you have a passion for teaching, we'd like to talk to you.

Responsibilities

• Teach, direct, and coordinate academic activities and other academic-related activities.
• Support the administrative team to ensure the labs are up to code and in compliance.
• Participate in the curriculum and assessment committee.
• Deliver high-quality instruction in their area of expertise, ensuring that coursework aligns with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary in their chosen field of study.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance, attendance, and grading.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
• Comply with institutional policies and accreditation standards regarding faculty qualifications and instructional quality.
• Complete a minimum of 8 hours of annual professional development training related to teaching or subject matter expertise.
• Contribute to program improvement by collaborating with academic leadership and peers to enhance curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Promote a teaching-learning environment that encourages the academic progress of the students.
• Maintain knowledge of the subject matter in the field(s) of appointment and create learning experiences to make the subject matter meaningful and relative to the students.
• Maintain the content of the courses updated, and at a top level to achieve the highest standards of academic excellence possible.
• Continuously relate the relevancy of all courses within the program to the current course being taught.
• Provide, and review with students, a course syllabus on the first day of class that identifies the goals and objectives of the course, the teaching and evaluation methods, and the information and assignments that will be covered in the course.
• Submit course syllabi and lesson plans, to the Dean of Academic Affairs no later than the first day of class each term/module.
• Provide exams and answer key to the Dean of Academic Affairs no later than the week before of the exam date.

Requirements

• Current valid Medical Assistant Certification: RMA, CMA, or NCMA required
• Minimum Associate Degree in Medical Assistant
• Or a combination of work experience and/or required credentials in the field they will be teaching: Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience at the college level; preferably in the proprietary school setting; and, a minimum of 3 years of work experience in field.

Qualifications

• A combination of academic credentials, professional experience, and relevant certifications to meet the expectations of the field, depending on the program offering level.

Skills

• Ability to teach effectively and engage students in a variety of learning styles.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage - Including additional options HSA, and FSAs
• Dependent, and Health Care Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage
• 12 Paid Holidays / Paid Time Off / Paid Volunteer Day
• 401[k] with 50% Employer Matching
• Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance
• Options Growth Opportunities / Education Assistance and Professional Development
• No Cost Benefits: Group Life Insurance Long Term Disability Talent Referral Program TicketsatWork - Discount Entertainment Program
• Enjoy a paid day off on your birthday (available to full-time employees after two years)

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Classes typically run Monday to Thursday and can be held in the morning or evening.