Health Sciences/EMR Teacher (25-26 SY)

Jefferson Rise • Harvey, LA

104d

About The Position

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Health Sciences/EMR Teacher to join our Career and Technical Education (CTE) team. The ideal candidate will inspire students to explore pathways in emergency medical response, health careers, and medical foundations while equipping them with the skills and certifications that open doors to future opportunities. This teacher will emphasize hands-on learning, industry connections, and career readiness, preparing students for post-secondary education, workforce entry, or industry certification. We are looking for educators who are reflective, collaborative, and student-focused—teachers who not only teach health science content but also model professionalism, empathy, and a growth mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Health Science, Nursing, EMT/Paramedic, or related field (preferred).
• Louisiana teaching certification or willingness to pursue certification (preferred).
• EMR/EMS certification or healthcare industry experience (preferred).
• Real-world healthcare or emergency medical response experience strongly preferred.
• Technological proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to connect students with career pathways and industry opportunities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in teaching health sciences or related subjects.
• Experience with project-based learning and performance-based assessments.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging lessons in Emergency Medical Response (EMR), Introduction to Health Careers, Medical Foundations, and Louisiana Intro to Health.
• Integrate hands-on labs, simulations, case studies, and industry-relevant scenarios into instruction.
• Differentiate instruction to meet a wide range of learners, from students exploring health careers to those pursuing certification.
• Incorporate project-based learning, technology, and performance-based assessments to deepen understanding.
• Foster a classroom environment that emphasizes teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
• Establish clear routines and expectations to ensure a safe and respectful learning space, especially during skill-based or lab activities.
• Encourage students to explore health-related career pathways and build confidence in their abilities.
• Maintain strong classroom management aligned with school-wide practices.
• Participate in collaborative planning, interdisciplinary projects, and professional development.
• Partner with local health organizations or industry professionals to connect students with real-world experiences.
• Support the broader school community by modeling professionalism, positivity, and high expectations.
• Use student performance data to guide instruction and support growth.
• Provide timely, clear communication with families regarding student progress, performance, and opportunities for advancement.
• Accurately document student attendance, grades, certifications, and other relevant records.

Benefits

• Employees are paid twice a month on the 15th and last day of each month.
• Coverage of 85% of medical premiums and 100% of dental, vision, short and long term disability premiums for full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a match of up to 100% of contributions on the first 3% deferred, then 50% of contributions from 3% to 5%.
• No vesting period for retirement contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree