Teacher - Health Occupations - Peoria Public Schools District 150 : Job Details

Position Type: High School Teaching/Full TimeDate Posted: 3/15/2023Location: Woodruff Career and Technical CenterDate Available: 03/15/2023PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide quality instruction in a two-year dual-credit program, both theoretical and practical, aligned with the State of Illinois requirement to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Understand and teach the following dual-credit courses through Illinois Central College, leading toward a Certified Nursing Assistant certificate:
  • Human Biology (gross structure and basic functioning of the human body)
    • Levels of organization in the body
    • Support and movement/body systems
    • Integration and coordination/body systems
    • Transport systems in the body
    • Absorption, excretion, and life cycle in the body
  • Nursing Assistant Training
    • Introduction to long-term care
    • Responsibilities in the health care environment
    • Basic nursing care
    • Meeting individualized patient needs
  • Nurse Assistant: Alzheimer's Disease (an introduction to the study of dementia)

• Medical Terminology (terminology used in all areas of medical and paramedical specialties)
  • Word building
  • Spelling and pronunciation
  • Inquiry and understanding
  • Written and electronic medical resources
• Introduction to Interdisciplinary Health Care
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Foundational skills in healthcare
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Career evaluation
  • Universal health care skills
  • Legal and ethical issues in health care
  • Safety concerns
  • Resums and interview skills
  • Preparation for internships

• Provide continuous evaluation on an ongoing basis to students, offering constructive feedback to students to help them improve their skills.
• Implement the policies and procedures in place for the school.
• Maintain safe and sanitary practices followed for all students, instructors, and guests.
• Maintain student records and other paperwork associated with the course.
• Teach to all levels of student abilities and adjust subject matter as required.
• Project a professional image at all times.
• Other duties, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND CRITICAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of skill-building courses, including the fundamental concepts, knowledge, safety protocols, and hands-on techniques and skills needed for a variety of health occupations careers.
• A commitment to educating students in the health occupations field, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed for success in health-related careers.
• Familiarity with and experience in health occupations, with an emphasis on hands-on training, providing students with real life experiences in health occupations fields.
• Basic computer skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good relationship and communication skills.
• Ability to connect with high school students and their families.
• Ability to multitask.

Ability to work effectively with a team. Valid Illinois State Teaching Certificate with endorsements in their subject area registered with the Peoria County Regional Office of Education. EXPERIENCE: None required. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply on our website! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Salary based on education and experience based on the collective bargaining agreement.