2025-2026 PART-TIME HIGH SCHOOL MEDICAL PROFESSIONS INSTRUCTOR (In Anticipation of a Future Vacancy)

POSITION TITLE:         Teacher

REPORTS TO:                Principal and/or other Supervisor

FLSA:                             Exempt

SUMMARY: Medical Professions Instructor (0.143 FTE) for the 2025-2026 school year to teach the Medical Professions course.

DESCRIPTION:

The Medical Professions Instructor will instruct high school age students for one period to prepare students utilizing the standards of the Arizona Department of Education (ADE).  The instructor shall serve as Advisor for CTD’s HOSA career and technical student organization (CTSO) as required by the state ADE for an approved CTE Nursing Services program.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Education & Experience: 

• Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing (preferred) or a valid license as an LPN, RN or PA Experience in K-12 or post-secondary classroom/laboratory instruction (preferred)
• Three years practicing as a professional nurse and/or teaching experience to include career & technical education preferred; ability to instruct students in all aspects of the Medical Industry
• First Aid for First Responders/Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills; maintain good communication with Cochise Technology District, satellite high schools and the Nursing Program at Cochise College
• Supervise and grade students enrolled in the Nursing Assistant Program in regards to attendance and instruction.
• Instructional Best Practices training or will attend within one year of hiring
• Experience or willingness to learn how to teach in an online format/ITV
• Candidates must possess or be able to acquire AZ Department of Education CTE provisional K-12 teaching certificate and work towards a standard CTE teaching certificate for CTE Health Careers.
• Successful candidates must pass a fingerprint and background clearance check
• Ability to be credentialed as a Cochise Community College Adjunct Instructor preferred
• Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer the curriculum guides of the District as based on state adopted standards
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials based on district curriculum guides, standards, and expectations; includes emergency plans in the case of absence and/or illness
• Establishes and communicates well-defined objectives for each lesson, including relevant projects and activities
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences that reflect research-based instructional strategies, including a variety of instructional strategies such as inquiries, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc. and addresses the individual needs, interests, abilities, and maturity levels of the students
• Communicates and plans with other members of the staff in the delivery of meaningful instruction for shared students who participate in other programs such as special education programs, CTE, ELL, etc.
• Attends staff meetings and district in-service programs (see Policy GCMC)
• Serves on school and district committees as requested and able
• Is responsible for discharging instructional and non-instructional school-related activities in a thorough and timely manner
• Supervises, evaluates, and provides work assignments to assigned instructional assistants and/or student teachers; works collaboratively with teachers throughout the District; may be responsible for the evaluation and supervision of classified staff
• Acts as a supportive and contributing member of the professional staff by participating in group decision making, and contributing to the development of a positive, cooperative educational environment
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance professional skills and maintain Arizona certification
• Evaluates, provides, and maintains accurate reports and records of individual student progress on a regular basis; this includes accurate attendance records, grade reports, and special program requirements
• Identifies and refers unusual student behavior to the appropriate specialists 
• Reports any student injury or illness or injury to self on school grounds or at school events to the site nurse and principal
• Enforces and follows the school and district approved discipline plan
• Is responsible for the supervision of students at all times on school grounds or at school events
• Knows and observes Board policies and regulations
• Accounts and maintains inventory for classroom, school and district property as required
• Follows school regulations regarding emergency procedures
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student educational needs and progress
• Maintains appropriate records as required by site and district level administration Performs those duties on school grounds or at school events which protect the health and safety of students and other employees

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of accepted instructional techniques and methods working with children
• Knowledge of data usage, including research, collection, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, and reporting
• Ability to do perform multiple functions simultaneously
• Ability to do detailed mathematical computations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

Computer Proficiency:  Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

SALARY PLACEMENT IS DEPENDENT UPON EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Salary : $4,750