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High School CTE Nursing Instructor (Central Campus)

CENTRAL
DES MOINES, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
DMPS is seeking a Nursing Instructor for 26-27 at Central Campus. See below for additional details about the position and requirements.
 
*note that salary information on this positing comes from the 25-26 salary schedule, as the 26-27 schedule is not yet finalized.
 
TITLE: Nursing Instructor 9-12 
POSITION TYPE: TCHR
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Limited teaching experience: Applicants who are not certified teachers will be supported with mentorship and instructional coaching to learn best practices in teaching and learning as well as completing the state’s process for alternative teacher licensure.
Career and Technical Authorization: Applicants DO NOT need to be certified teachers to apply. The Initial Career and Technical Authorization can be obtained through the Board of Educational Examiners. This alternative license is valid for three years and may be issued to an applicant who has 6000 hours (or 4000 hours and a bachelor’s degree) working in an approved career and technical area, and if a district conducted a diligent search to find a fully licensed applicant. To convert to the full career and technical authorization, the applicant must complete the requirements in 282-22.9(6). Renewal: The full career and technical authorization is valid for five years and requires six renewal credits and the mandatory reporter training certificate.
 
Required:
  1. BCLS Certification
  2. Iowa RN License
  3. Eligible for DMACC certification (3 years direct care/clinical nursing experience)
  4. Eligible for Career and Technical Authorization Teaching License
  5. Strong Curriculum Knowledge
 
Desired:
1. Teaching experience in a high school or community college.
2. Experience developing partnerships to support student opportunities.
3. Organized, flexible, student centered.
4. Career Related Certification Requirements.
 
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for planning and delivering high-quality educational programs preparing students for careers by offering industry certifications, college-level curriculum, and partnerships with business and industry.
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Provide relevant career and technical program instruction to students including business and industry standards, skill development, knowledge and performance assessments, employability, equipment safety, and work-based learning opportunities in the community.
  2. Collaborate with students, families, and staff to create a positive and safe learning environment.
  3. Use technology effectively for instruction and recordkeeping.
  4. Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with business, industry, and college partners related to the field.
  5. Design and deliver instruction to meet the standards and criteria of the State of Iowa Teaching Standards, DMPS policies and procedures, business and industry standards, and college policies and procedures.
  6. Participate in professional learning communities and professional development.
  7. Manage program budgets.
ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):
  1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
  2. Maintain confidentiality.
  3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
  4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
 
DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning
REPORTS TO: Principal of Central Campus 
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Central Campus Administrator(s), Career and Technical Program Coordinator
 
BARGAINING AGREEMENT: DMEA
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FT/PT: Full Time (7.75 hour day), 195 Days (199 Days for new employees)
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, reaching/pushing/pulling, lifting carrying
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
 
Employee Benefits Information
 
All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.  Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.
 
 

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