What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Assisting Instructor - CTE position at Holyoke Public Schools?
Health Assisting Instructor - CTE Holyoke Public Schools HHS DEAN -
Holyoke, Massachusetts Job ID:5954130 Application Deadline:Oct 21, 2026
11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted:Oct 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Immediately Job Description DISTRICT OVERVIEW Holyoke
Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 4,800
students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ
nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse
community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining
top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and
who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support,
and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools? strategic plan, ?Moving Forward
Together,? builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call
to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about
how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students?
well-being. Many successes contributed to Holyoke?s return to local
governance after 10 years in state receivership. These include: The
highest graduation rate on record of 77.1 percent, an increase of more
than 15-points over 10 years Meaningful, applied learning opportunities
for high school students, including theme-based academies, career
vocational technical education programming, work-based learning, and
advanced coursework A comprehensive approach to early literacy that
includes strong core instruction and one-on-one tutoring, contributing
to more students reading at grade level A thriving dual language
English/Spanish program, where nearly 900 students are on their path to
becoming bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural More than one-third of
Holyoke teachers identify as people of color, a 19-point increase over
10 years. Many partnership programs support staff to earn licensure or
additional certification. Please visit the Holyoke Public Schools
website to learn more about us, our recent accomplishments, and our
commitment to equity. Overview Dean Tech seeks a dedicated and
experienced professional to join our Career and Technical Education
(CTE) team as our second Health Assisting Instructor. This role is
designed to provide students with a comprehensive education that
integrates the health assisting frameworks. The program aims to prepare
students for various healthcare roles by covering a broad spectrum of
knowledge and skills. We seek an educator who can inspire and prepare
students for a wide range of career paths in the healthcare field.
Responsibilities Curriculum Development & Instruction: Teach and
integrate the Massachusetts Health Assisting Frameworks and curriculum.
Develop and implement lesson plans that include: Safety and Health
Standards: Infection control, use of personal protective equipment
(PPE), and workplace ergonomics. Basic Nursing Skills: Measuring vital
signs, patient hygiene, and basic patient care procedures. Medical
Office Skills: Electronic medical records management, appointment
scheduling, and patient intake processes. Clinical Skills: Administering
medications, assisting with diagnostic tests, and understanding human
body systems. Patient Communication: Professional communication
techniques, patient interview skills, and cultural competency in
healthcare. Emergency Response: Basic life support (CPR), first aid, and
handling medical emergencies. Student Engagement & Mentorship: Evaluate
student performance through practical exams, written tests, and
project-based assessments. Mentor students on the importance of
continuing education and career opportunities in healthcare, including
pathways to roles such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical
Assistant, and other healthcare positions. Guide students in
understanding ethical and professional standards in healthcare.
Classroom & Lab Management: Manage the classroom and laboratory
environments to ensure a safe and effec ive
Holyoke, Massachusetts Job ID:5954130 Application Deadline:Oct 21, 2026
11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted:Oct 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Immediately Job Description DISTRICT OVERVIEW Holyoke
Public Schools is a PreK-12 public school district serving nearly 4,800
students, of whom 80 percent are Latino/Latina, in 11 schools. We employ
nearly 1,300 people who together educate and support a richly diverse
community of learners. We are committed to recruiting and retaining
top-quality educators who believe all children can and will learn and
who strive daily to make school a joyful place of discovery, support,
and belonging. Holyoke Public Schools? strategic plan, ?Moving Forward
Together,? builds on the strengths of our past while serving as a call
to action to accelerate student learning by thinking differently about
how we teach, how we work together, and how we support students?
well-being. Many successes contributed to Holyoke?s return to local
governance after 10 years in state receivership. These include: The
highest graduation rate on record of 77.1 percent, an increase of more
than 15-points over 10 years Meaningful, applied learning opportunities
for high school students, including theme-based academies, career
vocational technical education programming, work-based learning, and
advanced coursework A comprehensive approach to early literacy that
includes strong core instruction and one-on-one tutoring, contributing
to more students reading at grade level A thriving dual language
English/Spanish program, where nearly 900 students are on their path to
becoming bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural More than one-third of
Holyoke teachers identify as people of color, a 19-point increase over
10 years. Many partnership programs support staff to earn licensure or
additional certification. Please visit the Holyoke Public Schools
website to learn more about us, our recent accomplishments, and our
commitment to equity. Overview Dean Tech seeks a dedicated and
experienced professional to join our Career and Technical Education
(CTE) team as our second Health Assisting Instructor. This role is
designed to provide students with a comprehensive education that
integrates the health assisting frameworks. The program aims to prepare
students for various healthcare roles by covering a broad spectrum of
knowledge and skills. We seek an educator who can inspire and prepare
students for a wide range of career paths in the healthcare field.
Responsibilities Curriculum Development & Instruction: Teach and
integrate the Massachusetts Health Assisting Frameworks and curriculum.
Develop and implement lesson plans that include: Safety and Health
Standards: Infection control, use of personal protective equipment
(PPE), and workplace ergonomics. Basic Nursing Skills: Measuring vital
signs, patient hygiene, and basic patient care procedures. Medical
Office Skills: Electronic medical records management, appointment
scheduling, and patient intake processes. Clinical Skills: Administering
medications, assisting with diagnostic tests, and understanding human
body systems. Patient Communication: Professional communication
techniques, patient interview skills, and cultural competency in
healthcare. Emergency Response: Basic life support (CPR), first aid, and
handling medical emergencies. Student Engagement & Mentorship: Evaluate
student performance through practical exams, written tests, and
project-based assessments. Mentor students on the importance of
continuing education and career opportunities in healthcare, including
pathways to roles such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical
Assistant, and other healthcare positions. Guide students in
understanding ethical and professional standards in healthcare.
Classroom & Lab Management: Manage the classroom and laboratory
environments to ensure a safe and effec ive