Nurse Aide & Allied Health Program Director/Instructor FT

Columbus Technical College•Columbus, GA

About The Position

Columbus Technical College seeks a dedicated and experienced individual to serve as the Program Director/Instructor for the Nurse Aide and Allied Health programs. This full-time position requires a dynamic leader to oversee all aspects of program development and instruction, ensuring compliance with the Georgia Department of Community Health’s Nurse Aide Training Program (NATP) policies and standards. The role includes administrative leadership, student evaluation, classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. Additional duties include attending staff development training, workshops, seminars, conferences, and advisory committee meetings and completing mandatory staff development training. This position is Full-time/exempt. Note: Position will require physical ability to move about or stand for long periods; Position also requires bending, stooping, reaching, and ability to safely lift up to 50lbs unassisted. Please note the following information regarding this position: May be required to teach high school students May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County) May require travel

Requirements

Associate degree or higher in Nursing (RN) from an accredited college or university
One or more years of experience working as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a long-term care facility (nursing home).
Two (2) or more years of experience as an RN
Current Georgia or Multi-State License as an RN
Current BLS Certification
Knowledge of Nurse Aide Training Program (NATP) policies and procedures.
Strong organizational, supervisory, and time management skills.
Effective verbal and written communication.
Competency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with learning platforms like Blackboard.
Physical ability to move about or stand for long periods; Position also requires bending, stooping, reaching, and ability to safely lift up to 50lbs unassisted.
Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to process changes and evolving instructional needs.
Willingness to support students’ success through mentorship and collaboration with colleagues.
Active participation in relevant professional organizations and continuing education.

Nice To Haves

Current Georgia Nurse Aide Train-the-Trainer Certificate
Current BLS instructor certification
Postsecondary teaching experience

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and administrative oversight for the Nurse Aide and Allied Health programs
Deliver engaging instruction in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
Develop and update program and course outlines, lesson plans, and instructional materials in alignment with state standards.
Assess student progress, prepare and submit reports, and maintain accurate academic records.
Ensure documentation meets accreditation standards and organizational policies.
Maintain consistency across syllabi, evaluations, and teaching tools.
Utilize and stay current with technology and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard).
Participate in mandatory staff development training, professional workshops, and advisory committee meetings.
Promote a positive work environment and demonstrate strong work ethics, time management, and communication skills.
Coordinate and conduct program advisory committee meetings.
Support faculty orientation, recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.
Order textbooks, manage program supplies and equipment, and ensure safety and security in training areas.
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.