Position Title:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor (RN)

Classification:

Exempt

Reports To:

CTT Manager

Position Description

Summary

Reports to the Career Technical Training (CTT) Manager. Responsible for providing students with CTT instruction in the area of nursing coursework, classroom management, and curriculum development. Performs as an instructor in a regular classroom setting, presenting instructions for the CNA curriculum in accordance with Job Corps requirements and program specifics.

Essential Functions

1. Plans and conducts classes in the designated area of instruction. Evaluates instructional methods and outcomes and modifies to accomplish learning objectives.
2. Evaluates student progress and provides remedial tutoring and career counseling as needed.
3. Participates in staff development training; shares new concepts and techniques with other instructors.
4. Develops and prepares lessons and recommend curricula changes.
5. Controls use of equipment and supplies and recommends purchases as needed.
6. Complies with safety and health regulations.
7. Participates in the Evaluation of Student Progress (ESP) panels and motivates students regarding behavior, training, personal, and/or study habits.
8. Coordinates with Residential Advisors and Counselors to resolve issues affecting student training.
9. Assists in the development of new and revised policies and procedures affecting the delivery of course materials and instruction.
10. Maintains progress and attendance records
11. Participates in center activities and serves on Workforce Council.
12. Participates in job development for students assigned in the CTT area.
13. Develops work-based learning (WBL) sites.
14. Documents case notes in Center Information System (CIS) monthly per student or as needed.
15. Models, mentors, and monitors the positive normative culture of the center.
16. Acts as a responsible custodian for the assigned center property.
17. Reports violations of ethical behavior.
18. Suggests opportunities for continuous operational improvement and reduction of waste.
19. Identifies and reports environmental health and safety concerns.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Licensed as a registered nurse (RN) by the State Board of Nursing
• Minimum of two years in nursing or teaching
• Experience working with youth preferred

Certifications/Competencies

• Certified, licensed, or accredited in the state where the center is located, or is accredited by a professional trade organization
• Ability to collaborate in developing lessons, activities, and other instructional supports to ensure that industry certification requirements are addressed in the academic and CTT settings
• Ability to tailor instructional methods and expected rates of progress to the learning styles, abilities, and career goals of individual students
• Competent in the intervention and correction of inappropriate student behavior and nonperformance
• Ability to promote the Career Success Standards (CSS) by modeling appropriate behaviors, mentoring students when necessary, and monitoring both positive and negative behaviors through interventions
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer proficiency

Minimum Eligibility Qualifications

• If the position requires driving, a valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record is required
• 1-9 documentation required to verify authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

Additional Information

Other Duties

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of all duties or responsibilities that are required for this position and may be updated. In the event of a change of duties, the employee will be notified.

Diversity is at the heart of our business. It is key to our people's passion for serving individuals and communities who seek to build a stronger workforce. We strive to create a work environment that provides all our team members with equal access to information, development and opportunity. Furthermore, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in the values instilled by our Four Cornerstones and commitment to Extreme Customer Service. We recognize that differences in age, race, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability, thinking style and background bring richness to our work environments. Such differences help us connect better with the workforce development needs of people we serve in our communities. We believe that attracting, developing and retaining a base of employees that reflects the diversity of our customers is essential to our success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dynamic Workforce Solutions is an equal opportunity employer/program and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.