"CNA Instructor"

CNA Instructor

Department: Continuining Education

Location: Framingham

MassBay fosters educational excellence and academic success to prepare students for local and global citizenship, to promote their personal growth, to meet critical workforce demands of communities, and to contribute to the region’s economic development.

Massachusetts Bay Community College is served by a cadre of employees of varied backgrounds and experiences. We invite all individuals to consider joining our community.

Located in Greater Boston, MassBay is a comprehensive, open-access community college, offering associate degrees and certificate programs on three campuses in Wellesley Hills, Framingham, and Ashland, Massachusetts.

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community, and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds. This is a part-time position with no benefits.

The Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) Instructor will assist students in registering for the Massachusetts State CNA licensing exam. They will also instruct students according to the curriculum that is designed to assist in building knowledge and clinical skills aimed at passing the licensing exam for Massachusetts CNA. The instructor must possess the ability to work with students from different socioeconomic and educational backgrounds, and will teach a minimum of 80 hours of classroom instruction.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

• Teach the course curriculum as outlined in the manual entitled, Nursing Assisting: A Foundation in Care Giving 5th Edition Hartman 2020. Instructors shall also use the companion instructor’s guide;
• Build knowledge and develop clinical skills aimed at assisting students in obtaining the CNA license;
• Maintain accurate records on all students, including but not limited to attendance records, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content;
• Evaluate and document student progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained;
• Communicate effectively with students, and all those affiliated with the course, including staff at clinical training facilities, other staff, and prospective employers;
• Provide a stimulating environment that encourages student participation, interpersonal skills development, and concepts of good patient care.

This list is not to be considered all-inclusive. A supervisor may assign other duties as required to meet the needs and foster the mission of the College.

All employees of MassBay are expected to work collegially and collaboratively within a community that values and celebrates the variety of student experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse License in Massachusetts;
• Two years nursing experience;
• LTC experience;
• Ability to perform physical work with patients and students in a clinical setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action;
• Experience working in a community college or similar environment;
• Demonstrated commitment to working with students in need;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Skilled in teaching adult learners;
• Willingness to work on a flexible schedule to meet educational requirements;
• Possess strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently.

Additional Information:

Salary Range: $50 per hour

Position Type: Part Time Employee

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

To Apply: Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application.

Faculty

Hiring is subject to state appropriation funding.

Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and/or certifications.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.