Job Summary:
The Hospital Educator at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital will design and implement an inclusive educational program tailored for children with complex medical needs. In addition to providing individualized academic support, this role creates meaningful group educational experiences that promote learning, engagement, and social connection. The educator will help minimize academic disruption and maximize readiness for school reentry. This is a year-round position, Monday-Friday, no holidays.
Blood Borne Pathogen Exposure: No
People Manager: No
Key Responsibilities:
1 | Develop, implement, and oversee individualized and group educational programming for hospitalized patients throughout the full calendar year. Provide one-on-one instruction tailored to each child's academic, developmental, and medical needs. Design group learning experiences, including ancillary educational enrichment (e.g. virtual field trips, speakers), that promote academic and social engagement and teach classroom readiness. |
2 | Collaborate with Education Liaisons and students' home school districts to support academic continuity, align hospital-based educational activities with school expectations and learning objectives, and coordinate comprehensive return-to-school transition planning.
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3 | Design and adapt educational programming, instructional materials, and learning experiences to accommodate patients' physical, cognitive, sensory, and medical technology needs (e.g., ventilator dependence, mobility restrictions), ensuring equitable access to meaningful educational opportunities. |
4 | Partner with interdisciplinary team members, including medical providers, therapy services (PT/OT/ST/RT), behavioral health, and Child Life staff, to deliver educational opportunities that complement established treatment goals. |
5 | Document and coordinate educational services by scheduling individual and group educational sessions within the electronic medical record (EMR) and maintaining accurate records of participation and progress. |
Patient Population Served:
Ranken Jordan is dedicated to delivering services to patients with complex medical needs, including infants, children, and adolescents. This role is for our school-aged patients.
Education and Experience Required:
Knowledge, Skills and abilities:
Core Value Expectations:
· Demonstrates professional conduct, appearance, and demeanor |
· Communicates clearly and effectively in written, verbal, and listening formats |
· Shows adaptability and a willingness to learn new systems, tools, and technologies |
· Approaches work with a positive attitude and flexibility in managing assignments and shifting priorities |
· Meets organizational expectations for attendance, punctuality, and reliability |
· Understands and follows written and verbal instructions with clarity and accuracy |
· Builds effective working relationships through strong interpersonal and collaboration skills |
· Adheres to relevant organizational policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements |
· Adheres to Ranken Jordan’s Mission and Core Values |
| Location | Maryland Heights, MO |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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