Medical Assisting Instructor

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POLYTECH School District is now accepting applications for:
Career and Technical Education Teacher
Medical Assisting Instructor

Closing Date for Application:  Until filled
Date of Employment: 2026-2027 school year

POLYTECH School District is seeking experienced candidates with strong interpersonal skills to join our high school team.  As a Medical Assisting Instructor, you will carry out a variety of activities outlined below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
•    Provide high-quality standards-based and student-centered instruction to POLYTECH students. 
o    Consult with the program advisory committee for the purpose of evaluating and updating the curriculum and course of study.
o    Establish clear objectives for all units, lessons and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
o    Employ a variety of instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles, needs and interests.
o    Use career-related and instructional technology to enhance student learning and expand learning opportunities.
o    Assess student learning on a regular basis, provide effective feedback to students and use data to inform adjustments to instruction and/or student supports.
o    Enter student attendance, grading and other required information in Infinite Campus in a timely manner.
o    Supervise and prepare students for Career Technical Student Organization membership and events.
o    Collaborate with the Workforce Development Coordinator to enhance and expand cooperative education opportunities.
•    Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
o    Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and culturally sensitive manner.
o    Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
o    Demonstrate and model respect for individuals and responsible citizenship. 
•    Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
•    Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law and district policy.
•    Participate in IEP and 504 plan meetings for assigned students.
•    Complete all Delaware Teacher Growth and Support System (DTGSS) forms and processes in a timely manner.
•    Participate in all required professional learning programs.
•    Comply with federal and state regulations and district policies.
•    Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited 4-year college or university OR two (2) years of college or technical training, plus six (6) years of work experience in accordance with Delaware Professional Standards Board regulations (14 DE Admin. Code 1559). 1559 Skilled and Technical Sciences Teacher (delaware.gov).

Candidate may have experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) providing care for sick, disabled, infirmed, or other individuals or groups. Nursing care includes instruction in the administration of medication and treatments, assisting a physician during treatments and examinations, referring patients to physicians and other health care professionals, and providing education for health maintenance.  Experience as a Medical Assistant completing administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners.

Current American Heart Association CPR Certification and one of the following must be fulfilled: AND 1) A Delaware Registered Nurse License in good standing with the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation's Board of Nursing; OR 2) A Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation's Board of Nursing; OR 3) A Medical Assistant with a national certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants www.aama-ntl.org.

Licensure and Certification: Must meet Delaware requirements for teaching licensure and subject area certification(s) in accordance with Delaware Professional Standards Board regulations (14 DE Admin. Code 1500). https://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/1500/index.shtml

Experience:
•    Minimum of six (6) years work experience related to Medical Assisting, or related vocational field(s); two (2) of which must be within the last five (5) years; or a minimum of six (6) years of work experience by teaching in or direct supervision of educators in a related area, two (2) of which must be within the last five (5) years (preferred).
•    Experience developing and delivering blended learning instruction courses in Schoology or similar learning management system (preferred).
•    Experience teaching or interacting with high school students (preferred).

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviors:
•    Plan and implement lessons based on state standards; district and school objectives; assigned students' needs and abilities and current educational research and theory.
•    Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
•    Foster a stimulating and accepting learning environment. 
•    Write, speak, and interact clearly and professionally.
•    Analyze student data to inform instructional adjustments and identify student needs.
•    Read, analyze and interpret professional literature and federal and state guidance documents.
•    Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, parents, administrators, and staff members.  
•    Perform effectively in environments with competing demands. 
•    Use Infinite Campus (pupil accounting software) for student attendance and grades. 
•    Proficient use of technology including Microsoft Office applications and educational software.

Terms of Employment:  
•    This is a full-time, ten-month position.  
•    This position reports to the administrator responsible for the Medical Assisting program.
•    Successful completion of Criminal Background Check, Tuberculosis Test (PPD), and Child Protection Registry Clearance must be completed prior to start of employment.
•    Salary will be calculated in accordance with the verified educational level and work experience of the selected candidate and in accordance with the district's Teacher Salary Scale.  
•    Direct deposit of payroll checks is mandatory and employees are paid on a lag pay schedule with the first payment made after approximately one month of employment.

Application Requirements:
External applicants must use the online external application and upload a letter of interest, resume or curriculum vitae, and three (3) letters of professional reference that are dated within the last year or the application will be considered incomplete.

Current POLYTECH employees must use the online internal application to submit a letter of interest, resume or curriculum vitae, and three (3) letters of professional reference that are dated within the last year or the application will be considered incomplete.

Applicant will need to email Dr. LaTonya Pierce at [email protected] to confirm application has been received.  Incomplete applications will not be processed.