Medical Assistant Instructor - Part-Time

Cotulla Education•Chesapeake, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cotulla Education is hiring a part-time Medical Assistant Instructor to provide subject-matter instruction in classroom or lab settings. The instructor teaches assigned classes on schedule and performs teaching-related administrative duties. The position is based at 1150 Greenbrier Pkwy, Chesapeake, VA 23320, and pays up to $24 per hour. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 10:45 PM. The instructor creates a welcoming learning environment, supports curriculum and course-material development, maintains classroom or lab spaces and equipment, and keeps student academic and attendance records. The role also includes submitting reports and evaluations, supporting student retention, attending required meetings and training, and communicating issues to supervisors. Cotulla Education describes itself as a career-focused education organization that includes the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, Tidewater Tech, and American Lineman College. It states that it is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

An associate degree is required 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 obtain it within 6 months of hire.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the subject matter and continue studying it.
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 as a collaborative team member, with exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications such as 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 the Program Coordinator, Campus Director of Education, or Campus Executive Director 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 or documentation to the supervisor or appropriate personnel.
Notify the supervisor of current or potential issues requiring immediate attention.
Use school-approved retention techniques to assist 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 department equipment and supply 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.