Position Type :

Student Support Services / School Nurse

Date Posted : 6 / 6 / 2023

6 / 6 / 2023

08 / 24 / 2023

Closing Date : until filled

until filled

POSTING : Part-Time 2 / 5 CNA Instructor & School Nurse

North Haven Public Schools

POSITION TITLE : Career and Technical Education (CTE) - Certified Nurse Assistant Program Instructor (103 certification to follow for 2024-2025 school year)

SCHOOL / DEPARTMENT : North Haven Haven High School / Technical Education Department

Reports to : District-Wide Administrators, Nurse Supervisor & support from CTE Coordinator

Union Affiliation : Nurse Contract

Contract Work Year : School Year

POSITION SUMMARY : Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate the competency-based CNA curriculum for student experience and credentialing.

The individual in this position will provide instruction to students and supervise their clinical experiences off-site. The CNA instructor will also be required to coordinate and communicate regularly with the clinical site's medical team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Connecticut Teaching Certificate - Health Occupations - Comprehensive HS (103)

DSAP Credentialing terms based on CSDE requirements by the 2024-2025 school year

Bachelor's Degree in a Health Occupation

Current RN License

Experience working in either a long term, acute care facility and nursing role

Teaching Experience and / or Interest in Teaching

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter; center instruction on high expectations for student achievement and demonstrate effective teaching practices.
• Health & Medical Careers, CNA, Nursing, etc
• Provide formal instruction and leadership in CNA as assigned while utilizing appropriate curriculum, equipment, and materials.
• Work with CTE Coordinator to determine appropriate curriculum, equipment, and materials needed or by developing original coursework as necessary and / or required.
• Specify, operate, and maintain necessary equipment and training modules to support the classroom instruction.
• Prepare and coordinate students for the CNA Credentialing Exam
• Initiate and maintain contact with local medical facilities for the purpose of promoting programs, job shadowing, CNA clinicals, advisory panel participation, and hiring of program graduates.
• Demonstrate technological proficiency in use of computers, touch screen presentation monitors, Windows Operating Systems, Presentation Software, Google for Education.
• Use multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress, modifying instruction and improving student learning.
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the instructional program.
• Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning by participating in professional learning communities, showing professionalism, and growing professionally.
• Foster and manage a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective student behavior and success.
• Assist in development of and participate in activities designed to promote an innovative business and technology program.
• Participate in district, regional and state CTE meetings.
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contractual agreement.
• Serve as a float nurse providing direct care to students.
• Implement and comply with District policies, contract and procedures.

EXPECTATIONS :

• Knowledge of subject matter / course content and resources relevant to assignment
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Knowledge of and skills in implementing various formative and summative assessments.
• Knowledge of and experience with an instructional framework and standards.
• Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon individual student needs.
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth.
• Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping.
• Ability to articulate and implement the CNA standards and Department of Public Health requirements.
• Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social and developmental needs for all types of learners.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently or for prolonged periods of time. Additionally physical abilities include lifting / carrying / pushing / pulling, stooping / crouching, reaching / handling / fingering, talking / hearing conversations, and near / far visual acuity / depth perception / color vision / field.

If you are interested in being considered for this position please submit via the Applitrack link :

If you have any questions, please contact Doris Signore, Human Resource Department (203)239-2581.

Last updated : 2024-03-07