Hybrid Health Occupations Teacher bei Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools

Position Title: Health Occupations Teacher
Reports To: Building Principal / Career & Technical Education Director
FLSA Status: Exempt / Certified

Position Summary

The Health Occupations Teacher provides instruction in health science pathways to prepare students for careers in healthcare. The teacher develops and delivers engaging curriculum aligned with state and national standards, integrates academic and technical skills, and coordinates student participation in work-based learning rotations at local healthcare facilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide classroom instruction in health occupations, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health science foundations, and related courses.

• Develop and implement curriculum aligned with state CTE standards, industry expectations, and healthcare certifications.

• Teach and assess essential employability skills such as professionalism, communication, teamwork, and critical thinking.

• Coordinate, schedule, and supervise students’ work-based learning experiences, including clinical rotations, job shadowing, and internships in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

• Maintain positive partnerships with community healthcare providers and serve as a liaison between students, schools, and worksites.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding student participation in clinical settings, including safety, confidentiality, and liability requirements.

• Monitor and evaluate student performance in both classroom and clinical settings; provide timely feedback to students, parents, and employers.

• Maintain accurate records of student competencies, certifications, and hours completed in work-based learning rotations.

• Incorporate technology and hands-on learning strategies to engage students in real-world healthcare scenarios.

• Support students in pursuing industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CNA, CPR, First Aid).

• Uphold and model ethical standards consistent with the healthcare profession.

• Collaborate with colleagues, counselors, and administrators to promote student success in career pathways.

• Participate in professional development, advisory committee meetings, and program evaluation to ensure continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid state teaching license in Health Occupations, Health Science Education, or related Career & Technical Education area.

• Relevant healthcare credential - RN preferred

• Minimum of four years work experience in a healthcare setting.

• Knowledge of healthcare standards, practices, and industry expectations.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to coordinate off-site learning, supervise students in clinical environments, and build partnerships with healthcare providers.