Medical Assistant Instructor - Part-Time

Centura College•Chesapeake, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Centura College is a provider of hands-on technical and career training in Allied Health and Skilled Trades, offering flexible day and evening classes, real-world experience, and a supportive learning environment. The Medical Assistant Instructor provides subject matter instruction to students in a classroom or lab, teaches assigned classes according to schedule, and performs administrative functions related to teaching. The position is based at 1150 Greenbrier Pkwy, Chesapeake, Virginia. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 10:45 PM, with compensation up to $24 per hour. The instructor creates a welcoming learning environment and supports curriculum and course-material development, classroom scheduling, and the maintenance of student tools and equipment. The role also includes maintaining student academic and attendance records, submitting required reports and evaluations, addressing issues with a supervisor, applying school-approved retention techniques, participating in training and meetings, and helping manage department inventory and supplies. The instructor may be asked to complete additional tasks and must be flexible to work outside scheduled hours when directed. Occasional local or overnight business travel may be required. Centura College is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and respect. It does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable law.

Requirements

Associate degree if teaching in a degree program.
At least 3 years of related practical work experience in the subject matter.
RMA or CCMA certification.
Current BLS certification or certification within 6 months of hire.
Demonstrate up-to-date subject-matter knowledge and continue studying the subject matter.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment.
Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and able to multitask and work well under pressure.
High integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer-service focus in an educational setting.
Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams.
Flexibility and availability to work outside scheduled hours when needed, as directed by the supervisor.
Ability and willingness to travel locally or overnight occasionally for business.

Responsibilities

Teach assigned classes on a regularly scheduled basis and create a welcoming environment conducive to learning.
Assist program and campus leadership with curriculum development, course materials, class scheduling, and maintenance of student tools and equipment.
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom or lab.
Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student files.
Submit attendance, grades, student evaluations, and other required reports and documentation according to established procedures.
Notify the supervisor of current or potential issues requiring immediate attention.
Use school-approved retention techniques to support students.
Complete assigned performance-based teacher education modules based on classroom observations, instructor evaluations, and student surveys.
Attend or conduct in-service training, faculty meetings, and other mandatory meetings.
Assist with equipment and supplies inventory and submit replenishment requests.
Alert the supervisor to student absences, especially at the first, third, and fifth absence occurrences.
Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor.