"Adjunct Instructor - PCA/CNA Program"

Job Details

The mission of Goodwin University is to educate a diverse student population in a dynamic environment that aligns education, commerce, and community. Our innovative programs of study prepare students for professional careers while promoting lifelong learning and civic responsibility. As a nurturing university community, we challenge students, faculty, staff, and administration to fully realize their highest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Position Description Summary/Purpose:

The Part-Time Instructor for the CNA/PCA Program is responsible for providing classroom, lab, and clinical instruction to prepare students for certification and entry-level healthcare careers. This role includes teaching essential nursing assistant and patient care skills, evaluating student performance, and ensuring compliance with state and program standards. The instructor supports student success by fostering a positive learning environment, maintaining accurate records, and staying current with industry practices. Candidates must hold a current RN or LPN license with at least two years of nursing experience; prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Essential Job Functions/Primary Responsibilities:

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Deliver engaging classroom instruction in accordance with state-approved curriculum guidelines.
• Demonstrate and supervise students in performing essential nursing assistant and patient care skills.
• Ensure student learning outcomes are met through effective teaching strategies, assessments, and feedback.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student performance records.
• Provide individualized support and guidance to promote student success.
• Stay current with industry standards, certification requirements, and healthcare best practices.
• Uphold program compliance with state and accrediting body requirements.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and program improvement initiatives.

Other Functions:

• Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates.
• Continuing professional development and training; keeps current with trends.
• Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team effort.

Knowledge, Ability and Skill:

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and build an environment in which all members of the University community are treated with respect and dignity.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Connecticut DPH regulations for CNA and PCT training programs.
• Familiarity with Prometric CNA examination standards and NHA PCT certification requirements.
• Proficiency in instructional technologies platform
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in educational practice.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required; master’s degree preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.
• Minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience, including at least one (1) year in a chronic or convalescent nursing home.
• Experience in curriculum development, adult education, and supervisory roles.
• Prior experience in CNA or PCT instruction or program administration is strongly preferred.
• Completion of adult teaching coursework or substantial experience supervising nurse aides.
• Compliance with DPH instructor qualification and curriculum submission procedures

Special Requirements:

• Valid license & insured vehicle
• Must have completed a Train-the-Trainer program approved by the CT Department of Public Health.
• Must pass background and health screenings per regulatory guidelines.

(This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Goodwin University and employee. It is used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by the University as the needs of the University and requirements of the job change.)

Company

Goodwin University, a private university in East Hartford, CT, is an innovative learning community that empowers hard-working students to become sought-after employees.

We tailor our programs to address the needs of employers, and we shape them to fit the lives of students. Classes are conveniently offered year-round — days, evenings, weekends, and online. Degrees may be flexibly layered across certificate, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s programs in a variety of in-demand fields.

Better still, we surround our students with the personal support and the professional guidance they need — not just to earn degrees, but to change lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.