Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor

WORK SCHEDULE:

As needed, year-round when a Certified Nursing Assistant class is being offered by the Division of Workforce Partnerships. Must be able to work up to 19 hours per week when selected to instruct a Certified Nursing Assistant class. Must be available between the hours of 7:00am - 4:00pm and/or 4:00pm - 10:00pm.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Part-Time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor administers the CNA program curriculum in a non-credit academic setting for CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships. The part-time CNA Instructor is responsible for preparing students for the Rhode Island state licensing written and skill exams and role in a healthcare setting, by way of classroom, skill lab, and/or clinical instruction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work collaboratively in a diverse, inclusive, and student-centered environment with learners of varying backgrounds, learning styles, and life experiences
• Deliver competency-based instruction in accordance with defined CNA curriculum standards and state regulations
• Implement effective lesson plans, including classroom, lab, and clinical components
• Communicate course content using a variety of instructional methods to promote learning, skill development, and student motivation
• Integrate technology and active learning strategies to enhance instruction and student engagement
• Maintain accurate and organized records of student attendance, assessments, skills competencies, and overall progress, including final evaluations
• Monitor student performance and provide timely feedback to support successful completion and certification readiness
• Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages retention and minimizes student withdrawal
• Ensure compliance with all clinical, safety, and infection control standards in lab and clinical settings
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom and lab environment, including proper use and maintenance of equipment and supplies
• Understand and adhere to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and CCRI policies related to student accommodations
• Collaborate with program coordinators, clinical partners, and fellow instructors; attend meetings as required
• Participate in ongoing professional development, including required instructor trainings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate?s degree in nursing
• Current Rhode Island RN license
• At least one year of full-time experience in a nursing field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• One year of long-term care experience
• Experience as a CNA
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)