Teacher - Vocational Tech [Health Assisting] Gr. 9-12 (SY26-27)

About the role

The Edward M. Kennedy Academy for Health Careers (EMK) seeks an exceptional Health Assisting Vocational Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach Health Assisting Curriculum
• Develop an interdisciplinary course of study incorporating state-curricular frameworks.
• Deliver content through discrete instruction, demonstration, practice, and projects.
• Instruct students in safety and industry-related curriculum materials.
• Provide hands-on training in clinical skills, including taking vital signs.
• Supervise students in laboratory settings, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, proper use of equipment, and mastery of technical skills.
• Career Guidance
• Provide academic and career guidance to students, including assistance with resume writing, job search strategies, and preparation for certification exams or further education in healthcare fields.
• Professional Development
• Stay current with advances in health assisting practice, technology, and regulations through professional development activities, workshops, conferences, and networking opportunities.
• Serve on the Wellness Council.
• Collaboration
• Build and maintain partnerships that help place students in authentic clinical learning experiences.
• Participate in team meetings, curriculum development, and professional development.
• Participate in activities that support student achievement and the functioning of the program and school.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and clinical hours, and prepare reports for school administration and regulatory agencies as required.

Core Competencies

• Accountability for Student Achievement
• Communicating Content Knowledge
• Equitable & Effective Instruction
• Cultural Proficiency
• Parent/Family Engagement
• Professional Reflection & Collaboration

Qualifications

• Education: Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Vocational Tech Teaching License in the appropriate subject (9-14).
• Valid Massachusetts Vocational Tech Teaching License in the appropriate subject (9-14).
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and Highly Qualified.
• Ability to meet the Standards of Effective Teaching established by the Boston Public Schools as outlined above.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• Sign a signed Election Agreement pertaining to working at a Horace Mann In-District Charter School.
• Required (but eligible for an emergency license): Must possess a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Vocational Chapter 74 Teachers license in the Health Assisting or have all of the qualifications to be eligible for licensure.
• Must hold a Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Have six years of work experience as an RN.
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment.
• Sign a signed Election Agreement pertaining to working at a Horace Mann In-District Charter School.