Instructor - Medical Careers Academy

Upper Valley Career Center

Position Announcement

Open Position: Medical Careers Academy Instructor

Location: Upper Valley Career Center

Employment Begins: August 12, 20256

Application Deadline: May 20, 2026

General Job Description

Upper Valley Career Center is seeking a dedicated and passionate Medical Careers Academy Instructor to teach high school students. The instructor will deliver engaging instruction aligned to state and industry standards, giving students a solid foundation of knowledge in the healthcare pathway. The instructor will collaborate with the co-teachers to create lessons, provide hands-on training in clinical settings, and foster a supportive learning environment to ensure students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to gain employment in the medical field and prepare for higher education.

Program Description

The Medical Careers Academy program provides students with a comprehensive foundation of knowledge and skills for those interested in the diverse and expanding healthcare field. The program is designed to equip students with essential healthcare fundamentals, preparing them for a variety of career pathways after graduation.

Students have the opportunity to earn multiple industry-recognized certifications, including Certified Nurse Aide, Elder Care, Stop the Bleed, First Aid/CPR, and OSHA 10-Hour Healthcare. In addition, students will develop practical medical assisting skills and have the opportunity to earn a Medical Assistant certification as the program continues to expand.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the program runs efficiently.
• Develop lessons that align with state and industry requirements.
• Deliver engaging instruction that promotes active learning and meets the needs of all students.
• Provide clinical training to equip students with the skills needed to earn certifications and secure employment.
• Supervise students during clinical rotations, ensuring a high standard of patient care and professional conduct.
• Foster a positive learning environment to motivate students to achieve success.
• Supervise and assess student progress and performance, provide feedback, and support student growth.
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry professionals.
• Maintains accurate record-keeping of student information and ensures confidentiality.
• Embodies high ethical standards.
• Participate in district initiatives and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must complete all requirements for teacher education and licensure.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time experience in the healthcare field.
• Holds a current, unrestricted Ohio license to practice nursing.
• An associate's degree or higher in the related field is preferred.
• Holds a Medical Assisting certification (NHA-CCMA or AAMA-CMA) or can acquire.
• Experience in a medical office setting is preferred.
• Has a strong desire to work with and develop students.
• Ability to actively manage a classroom/lab and monitor student behavior.
• Ability to work with a teaching partner to develop lessons and provide instruction.
• Establishes and maintains professional relationships with students, peers, families, and industry professionals.
• Possesses excellent social skills and serves as a role model to students.
• Has strong oral and written communication and classroom management skills.
• Displays effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Meets the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educator qualifications.
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. Able to successfully pass a BCI/FBI background check.
• Maintains compliance with drug-free workplace rules, Board policies, and other applicable procedures/guidelines.
  
  

Salary

Appropriate placement on the Certificated Salary Schedule to be determined by education and experience. Salary will range from $53,348.00 ( Class II, Step 0) to $87,485.00 (Class V, Step 10). Base contract is 187 Days. Minimum workday is 7 hours per day exclusive of a lunch break . One-year contract with opportunity for renewal.

Other Benefits

State Teachers Retirement System, Worker's Compensation, paid sick/personal leave, partial tuition reimbursement, and tax-sheltered retirement contributions. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offered. Some benefits are a shared cost between the employee and the Board of Education.

Performance Evaluation

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Upper Valley Career Center.

This job posting description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. The information contained in this document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.

The Upper Valley Career Center Board of Education and its staff are dedicated to provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, age, military status, ancestry, national origin, sex, religion, or disability. The Upper Valley Career Center is in compliance with the following Federal Laws: Title VI, VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), Equal Pay Act of 1963, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the 1986 Immigration Reform & Control Act. The Upper Valley Career Center is in compliance with the Title IX regulations. The Title IX Building Coordinator/Grievance Officer Alycia Johnson is located at the Upper Valley Career Center, 8901 Looney Road, Piqua, OH, 45356, (937) 778-1980 ext. 255. The Section 504 Coordinator/Grievance Officer Matthew Meyer is located at the Upper Valley Career Center, 8811 Career Drive, Piqua, OH, 45356 (937) 778-1980, ext. 212.