1.0 Health Careers Teacher

Job Title: Health Careers InstructorRegional Career & Technical Education Center Coventry High SchoolReports to: CTE Director / Building PrincipalPosition OverviewThe Health Careers Instructor is a highly qualified, student centered individual who is responsible for delivering rigorous, career-focused instruction within the Health Sciences Career & Technical Education (CTE) program. The instructor will prepare students for postsecondary education, industry-recognized certifications, and entry-level healthcare careers through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory simulation, and supervised clinical experiences.This position includes instruction across a multi-year health careers pathway, including Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preparation, as well as coordination of clinical placements at long-term care facilities.Minimum Qualifications>Bachelors degree in Nursing, Health Sciences, Allied Health, Education, or a related field.>Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (BSN preferred)>Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) School Nurse Teacher certification or Valid Rhode Island Teaching Certification in Career and Technical Education (CTE), Health Science, or eligibility for certification.>Eligible for or willing to obtain all required CTE and program-specific certifications.>Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor Certification.>Minimum three (3) years of experience in healthcare, nursing, or allied health field.Strong classroom management, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.>Ability to work with diverse student populations and varying academic levels.Preferred Qualifications>Experience in long-term care, CNA training, hospital, EMS, or clinical healthcare settings.>Prior experience teaching or supervising adult learners or secondary CTE students.>Experience serving as a CNA Program Coordinator or clinical instructor.>Familiarity with the Credentia CNA testing system and certification processes.>Experience integrating simulation labs, healthcare technology, and competency-based assessment.>Experience coordinating internships, clinical placements, or work-based learning.>Industry certifications such as CNA, EMT, PCT, EKG, or Phlebotomy credentials.>Experience working with healthcare partners and postsecondary institutions.Certification & Compliance RequirementsCandidates must meet or be willing to meet the following program requirements:>American Heart Association CPR/First Aid Instructor certification (required).>Ability to obtain or maintain a Chauffeurs License for student transportation (required).>Compliance with Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) Nursing Assistant Training Program regulations.>Ability to function within RIDOH requirements for: CNA Program Coordinator (RN with 2+ years of experience, including long-term care experience) Clinical Instructor (RN/LPN or qualified allied health professional)>Ability to supervise students in clinical environments under RN licensure.>Compliance with immunization, health, and clinical placement documentation requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesInstruction & Curriculum Delivery>Teach a sequence of Health Careers courses aligned to CTE and healthcare industry standards as sampled below: Health Careers I: Introduction to healthcare careers; CPR/First Aid (HeartSaver certification) Health Careers II: CNA curriculum; CPR/AED certification; foundational clinical skills Health Careers III: CNA certification training, clinical preparation, and long-term care clinical rotations (minimum 40 clinical hours) Health Careers IV: Patient Care Technician (PCT) curriculum, including EKG and Phlebotomy; EMT preparation and certification readiness>Deliver competency-based instruction in: Vital signs Personal care skills Infection control Patient safety and communication Clinical documentation and healthcare professionalism>Prepare students for industry certifications, including: CNA (Credentia Certification Exam) CPR/AED certification (AHA) Patient Care Technician Certification (NHA) EKG Certification Exam(NHA) EMT certification (as applicable)>Integrate hands-on lab experiences, simulation-based learning, and clinical practice.Clinical Instruction & Transportation>Transport and supervise students to and from long-term care facilities for clinical rotations.>Ensure students complete required clinical hours for licensure, under RN supervision.>Provide direct oversight of student performance in clinical settings.>Ensure compliance with facility policies, safety procedures, and healthcare regulations.Program Coordination>Serve as or support the CNA Program Coordinator in accordance with RIDOH regulations.>Liaise with: Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) Credentia testing services Healthcare clinical partners and long-term care facilities>Schedule and coordinate clinical placements and work-based learning experiences.>Maintain student clinical records, immunization records, and program documentation.>Order and manage instructional supplies and laboratory equipment.>Support curriculum development and continuous program improvement.Assessment & Student SuccessAssess student knowledge, clinical skills, and workplace readiness competencies.>Prepare students for certification exams and maintain eligibility tracking.>Provide timely feedback on academic and clinical performance.Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, certifications, and clinical hours.Professional Responsibilities>Maintain active knowledge of healthcare industry standards, workforce needs, and certification requirements.>Participate in professional development, CTE training, and healthcare industry updates.>Collaborate with school staff, counselors, families, and industry partners.>Support student career readiness, internships, and job placement opportunities.>Uphold ethical, legal, and professional standards in both education and healthcare environments.Essential Functions>Deliver classroom, lab, and clinical instruction in health sciences.>Supervise students in school, lab, and healthcare facility settings.>Transport students safely to clinical sites.>Maintain compliance with RIDOH, district, and certification body requirements.>Maintain accurate records of student certification and clinical progress.>Collaborate with healthcare partners and educational stakeholders.Physical Demands & Work Environment>Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout classrooms, labs, and clinical settings.>Ability to demonstrate and supervise healthcare procedures and use clinical equipment.>Ability to transport students in a school vehicle (with appropriate licensing).>Work in classroom, laboratory, and healthcare facility environments.>Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.Terms of Employment>Salary, benefits, and work year in accordance with Coventry Public Schools Collective Bargaining Agreement.>All Candidates must be approved by RIDOH in advance of an employment offer. DOH requirement for CNA instructors EVALUATION:Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.Non-Discrimination StatementCoventry Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, or any other protected status under applicable law, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.