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CNA Teacher - Pre-Nursing Healthcare Specialist
OtherFull-timePosted: 1/30/26
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Job Description
JOB GOAL: To fully implement instruction in the area of health science, healthcare, pre-nursing and related topics. Prepare students for entry level employment in healthcare and/or post-secondary education, and supervise the training needed to earn the Indiana CNA license.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop instructional objectives for each lesson concerning what students need and should learn and relate them to the course and MCSC curriculum.
- Correlate learning activities with instructional objectives and with the maturity and academic level of the students.
- Establish and maintain parent-teacher communications when necessary through conferences, phone calls, and digital resources.
- Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to each student’s emotional and behavioral development; one in which the students can develop a sense of worth and dignity.
- Implement all corporation policies as they relate to the classroom.
- Direct and supervise the conduct of all students in the classroom.
- Requisition all prescribed instructional materials and supplies necessary to complete the academic year.
- Assess student performance, maintain performance record-keeping, and make appropriate instructional decisions based on student performance.
- Establish, coordinate, supervise, and maintain records for the MCSC CNA Training program as required by the Indiana State Department of Health.
- Have the ability to develop partnerships with area healthcare facilities and community partners, including developing and maintaining a program advisory committee.
- Work with post-secondary partners to incorporate Dual Credit opportunities when possible.
- All other duties as assigned by the building Principal and the CTE Assistant Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Candidate must have appropriate Indiana teaching license or be eligible for a Workplace Specialist license based on 3+ years of experience working in the healthcare industry.
- Candidate must be a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensed and in good standing in the State of Indiana.
- Candidate must have proven reliability, good organization skills, and ability to work well with students, parents and staff.
- Candidate must possess an earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of verifiable work experience; preferably in a long-term care facility.
- Meet the requirements needed to be a dual-credit instructor with post-secondary institutions.
Other Desired Qualifications
- Have an extensive knowledge about careers in the healthcare industry.
- Have experience in career education or technical training.
- Have the ability to teach math, English, and communication skills within the healthcare curriculum.
- Have outstanding communication and organizational skills.
- Be an advocate for Career &Technical Education and have a desire to help guide students to make viable, realistic career decisions.
Merrillville High School
Merrillville Community School Corp
Merrillville, IN Principal Michael Krutz
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