Non-Credit Instructor Contextualized CNA Adult Education (part-time)

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POSITION TITLE:Non-Credit Instructor - Contextualized CNA - Adult Education (part-time)
DEPARTMENT:EBD - Adult Education
PRIMARY LOCATION:Fall River MA
REPORTS TO: Associate Director - Adult Education
POSITION STATUS:This is a non-unit part-time grant-funded position without benefits not to exceed 18.5 hours per position is subject to grant budget appropriations.
SALARY: $30.87/hr

STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Adult Education Instructor is responsible for designing and delivering engaging contextualized instruction that integrates Adult Basic Education (ABE) with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. This position delivers high-quality instruction that combines foundational academic skillsreading writing math and digital literacywith healthcare-related content to help adult learners build the competencies needed for CNA certification employment and continued education.

Working collaboratively with CNA instructors advisors and program staff the instructor ensures that learners receive the academic support necessary to succeed in training pass the state certification exam and transition confidently into the healthcare workforce. Instruction emphasizes academic skill development workplace readiness and the application of knowledge in real-world healthcare contexts.

The instructor participates in the development and implementation of an Integrated Education and Training (IET) curriculum that aligns with the Adult Education College and Career Readiness Standards (CCRSAE) and integrates academic and technical content relevant to the healthcare field. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate student assessment data tracking progress and meeting with students to review and update individual goals.

This is an in-person part-time teaching position based on the Fall River campus totaling 9 hours per week. Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. with additional paid time allocated for preparation and planning professional development and required staff meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and deliver contextualized lessons that integrate literacy numeracy language development and workplace readiness with CNA and healthcare-related content.
• Align instruction with the Massachusetts College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education (CCRSAE) and CNA curriculum outcomes.
• Incorporate real-world healthcare materialssuch as patient charts care plans and professional communication scenariosinto academic lessons.
• Utilize a variety of instructional methods including group work project-based learning and digital tools to support diverse learning styles.
• Develop a syllabus and daily lesson plans based upon program curriculum and instructional priorities.
• Collaborate closely with CNA instructors to align academic instruction with technical training and certification requirements.
• Participate in the design and delivery of Integrated Education and Training (IET) models that combine academic instruction with occupational training.
• Work with program advisor and CNA instructors to identify and address barriers to student persistence and completion.
• Engage in instructional team meetings to coordinate schedules share progress and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Contribute to ongoing curriculum development and continuous improvement efforts within the program.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance assessment data and student outcomes in accordance with organizational and state reporting requirements.
• Support learners in setting and achieving academic career and personal goals.
• Foster a positive inclusive and supportive classroom culture that promotes respect confidence and active participation.
• Participate in professional development related to adult education contextualized instruction IET best practices and healthcare workforce training.
• Complete required college training such as but not limited to Title IX FERPA Bloodborne Pathogens and Information Security.
• Demonstrate professionalism and consistently reflect Bristols core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community.
• Focus on the Commonwealths Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.

• Minimum of a bachelors degree in education Adult Learning English Health Sciences or related field.
• Experience teaching adult learners in academic or workforce development settings.
• Demonstrated ability to develop lesson plans and instructional materials aligned to established curriculum and learning outcomes.
• Excellent communication organizational and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that promotes equity and student success.
• Proficiency with technology for instruction communication and data management.
• Demonstrated experience assisting students in meeting their education and career goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work effectively with a diverse student body faculty and staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Adult Basic Education (ABE) licensure or Secondary Teaching Certificate.
• Understanding of contextualized instruction and Integrated Education and Training (IET) models.
• Experience collaborating with technical or vocational instructors to integrate academic and occupational content.
• Familiarity with CNA curriculum healthcare terminology and industry standards.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability religion age veteran or military status genetic information gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination harassment retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the Colleges Title IX and Affirmative Action Officer Johanna Bielawski at or 774.357.2681; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Educations Office for Civil Right.

TO APPLY: Please complete our online application by clicking on the Apply button. The position will be open until filled. Review of applications will begin 10 calendar days from the posting date.

REQUIREMENTS TO COMPLETE APPLICATION PROCESS:

1) A completed Bristol Community College Employment Application.

2) A current resume/curriculum vitae.

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Bristol Community College is an institution that does not sponsor work authorization.

A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted for all positions.

The college will independently verify education credentials as provided on the application. For certain positions that require a college degree the hired candidate must supply official transcripts upon hire. Transcripts must include your name and degrees conferred.