Posting Opens: August 7, 2025 Posting Closes: August 16, 2025
The Akron Board of Education announces an opening for a Healthcare instructor. Job Code 006, Time Schedule 380 (190 days), Salary TBD. Extended time may be required before and/or after the
school year for this position which would be compensated at the hourly extended time rate. Collective Bargaining Unit- AEA. This is a State Teachers Retirement System position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Currently hold a Career Technical teaching license issued by the state of Ohio and eligible to teach courses in the Allied Health & Nursing (JM) pathway; or,
• Eligible for teaching certificate documented by a current CTE-36, and
• Complete the eligibility process as determined by your level of formal education. The Ohio Department of Education will determine applicant’s eligibility for certification using the CTE-36, Qualification Evaluation Form. This form is available from the Office of College and Career Academies, 330-761-3131.
• The following indicates your current level of formal education and the minimum years of recent employment required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Science with evidence of at least two years of recent work experience in one of the healthcare career fields; or
• Associate’s degree in Nursing or Health Science with evidence of at least three years of recent work experience in one of the healthcare career fields; or
• High school diploma with evidence of at least five years of recent work experience in one of the healthcare career fields.
• New hires, not currently certified, must be eligible to enroll in a teacher education program leading to a five-year teaching license.
• In addition to teacher licensure, the applicant will:
• Obtain and keep current all industry standards certification/credentials or designations required by the state for career technical funding.
• Meet all district requirements for entry-year teachers including Four Year Resident Educator and/or PAR.
• Willing to attend required third party curriculum training which may or may not include Project Lead the Way (PLTW) or Southeast Regional Education Board (SREB)

Desired:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio.
• Five years of professional work experience as a nurse.
• A commitment to annually updating educational and trade skills.
• A commitment to working with students, professionals, and community members in a multi- cultural setting.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications.

Position Description:

• Work with the Office of College and Career Academies and be responsible for the program, recruitment of students, collaborate with community partnerships, market program successes, develop course of study, plan in-service, participate in group activities and take part in action research when appropriate.
• Work with the Office of College and Career Academies to design, organize, and deliver skill-training program as outlined by the Quality Program Rubric.
• Assist in the development of the curriculum outline, guides and graded course of study utilizing the appropriate standards for the program in accordance with guidelines of the Ohio Department of Education.
• Plan, instruct, and manage required student occupational opportunities through school-based learning, work-based learning, and connective activities. Examples include, but are not limited to, classroom instruction, speakers, bureau, field experiences, shadowing, internships, mentoring, college visits, early placement, advanced training options, and apprenticeships.
• Plan and teach a career exploration course.
• Establish and work closely with an Academy Advisory Board as outlined by the Quality Program Rubric.
• Work with the Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC) to develop an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP), as mandated by the State of Ohio to maintain proper certification/license.
• Keep in close contact with the home through phone calls, visits, parent/teacher conferences, report card pickup, and written communications.
• Promote and participate in local, state, and national student organization activities.
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and modifying student’s Individual 10-year Plan and utilize an online college and career advising platform. The passport should list occupational skills obtained at the conclusion of the training program and individual long-term goals.
• Provide students pathways to further education, including instructional and/or support for dual enrollment and post-secondary options.
• Assist students in securing employment.
• Provide students pathways to obtain industry certification/credentials.
• Work to improve student outcomes and test scores whenever possible especially the Ohio Graduation Test, the Ohio Career Technical Assessment through practical applications of academic standards.
• Enhance classroom instruction by implementing technology.
• Maintain a complete file of all necessary work permits, student identification material, internship, early-placement material which includes, but is not limited to, permission slips, training agreements, training plans, parent-student agreement, and documentation of employment supervision.
• Operate the laboratory, when open to customer service (where applicable), in an industry-approved method incorporating acceptable business practices.
• Complete necessary reports, forms, and accounting procedures required by the building principal, Office of College and Career Pathways, Auditor, and the Treasurer.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment in the laboratory.
• Report to and carry out any other responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.
• FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.

Please refer the Job description for details