CNA Instructor

College: South Louisiana Community College

Department: Workforce & Economic Development and Continuing Education

Sub department: Corporate College

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 12 month

Salary: $44,405.00 - $60,182.54

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership:

• Provide leadership within the CNA program, fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
• Mentor and guide students to ensure their academic success and professional development.
• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum development, and program evaluation activities.
• Collaborate with other faculty members and departmental staff to enhance the overall student experience within the program.

Programmatic:

• Develop and deliver effective instructional strategies and course materials that align with program objectives and accreditation standards.
• Conduct lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on training sessions for CNA students.
• Assess student learning outcomes and provide timely feedback to support student progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and performance evaluations.

Institutional Effectiveness:

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the CNA program through curriculum assessment and revision.
• Participate in accreditation processes and program reviews as required.
• Collaborate with program managers and administrators to meet institutional goals and objectives.
• Support the integration of technology and innovative teaching methods to enhance learning outcomes.

External Business Relations:

• Cultivate and maintain partnerships with healthcare facilities, community organizations, and industry stakeholders to enhance student placement and career opportunities.
• Collaborate with external partners to develop internship and job placement opportunities for CN A program graduates.
• Represent SoLAcc at community events, professional conferences, and industry meetings to promote the CNA program and establish beneficial relationships.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor''''s degree in Nursing or a related field required; Master''''s degree preferred.
• Current certification as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting, preferably as a CNA.
• Teaching experience in a post-secondary educational institution or healthcare training program preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to [insert contact information]. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, South Louisiana Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. South Louisiana Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. South Louisiana Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.