High School CTE Nursing Instructor (Central Campus)

Des Moines Public School DistrictDes Moines, IA
Onsite

About The Position

DMPS is seeking a Nursing Instructor for the 26-27 school year at Central Campus. This position is responsible for planning and delivering high-quality educational programs that prepare students for careers by offering industry certifications, college-level curriculum, and partnerships with business and industry. The instructor will provide relevant career and technical program instruction, foster collaborative relationships with business and industry partners, and design and deliver instruction to meet various standards. The role also involves participating in professional learning communities, managing program budgets, and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment. Applicants who are not certified teachers will be supported with mentorship and instructional coaching. Applicants do not need to be certified teachers to apply, but must be eligible for a Career and Technical Authorization.

Requirements

  • BCLS Certification
  • Iowa RN License
  • Eligible for DMACC certification (3 years direct care/clinical nursing experience)
  • Eligible for Career and Technical Authorization Teaching License
  • Strong Curriculum Knowledge

Nice To Haves

  • Teaching experience in a high school or community college.
  • Experience developing partnerships to support student opportunities.
  • Organized, flexible, student centered.
  • Career Related Certification Requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Provide relevant career and technical program instruction to students including business and industry standards, skill development, knowledge and performance assessments, employability, equipment safety, and work-based learning opportunities in the community.
  • Collaborate with students, families, and staff to create a positive and safe learning environment.
  • Use technology effectively for instruction and recordkeeping.
  • Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with business, industry, and college partners related to the field.
  • Design and deliver instruction to meet the standards and criteria of the State of Iowa Teaching Standards, DMPS policies and procedures, business and industry standards, and college policies and procedures.
  • Participate in professional learning communities and professional development.
  • Manage program budgets.
  • Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
  • Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

  • Mentorship and instructional coaching for uncertified teachers
  • Support for alternative teacher licensure

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

501-1,000 employees

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