Entry Level Technical Writer Jobs in Amherst, MA

Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) seeks a qualified and experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a part-time instructor for its Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and Home Health Aide (HHA) Training Program. The instructor is responsible for delivering high-quality classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in accordance with all requirements established by STCC and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH).
The successful candidate will prepare students for successful completion of the Massachusetts Certified Nurse Aide Certification examination while providing a supportive, learner-centered educational environment. This position plays a critical role in preparing students for entry-level healthcare careers and advancing workforce development initiatives within the community.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction utilizing the approved CNA/HHA curriculum and course materials.
• Provide engaging lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on skills training that support student learning and competency development.
• Foster an inclusive, learner-centered environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
• Assess student progress through written, practical, and clinical evaluations and provide timely feedback and remediation as needed.
• Ensure students develop the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors necessary for certification and employment in the healthcare field.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, skills competency, and clinical documentation in compliance with Department of Public Health regulations and College requirements.
• Ensure all program activities meet applicable DPH standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate student clinical experiences and provide direct supervision and instruction during clinical rotations.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with clinical affiliates and community healthcare partners.
• Collaborate with program staff, instructors, tutors, and Workforce Development personnel to support student success and program effectiveness.
• Compile, maintain, and submit required reports and grade-related information in accordance with Workforce Development and College requirements.
• Participate in program meetings, professional development activities, and continuous quality improvement efforts as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing care to elderly or chronically ill individuals in a nursing home or long-term care setting.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, facilitate discussions, and effectively engage adult learners.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a teacher, trainer, healthcare personnel instructor, staff educator, in-service coordinator, or direct nurse aide supervisor.
• Experience in lesson planning, instructional delivery, student evaluation, and remediation in a healthcare education setting; or
• Completion of at least twenty-four (24) Board of Registration in Nursing-approved continuing education hours in curriculum development, adult learning principles, and student evaluation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment and working effectively with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Teaching experience in a post-secondary, adult education, workforce development, or continuing education setting.
• Previous approval by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health as a Nurse Aide Training Program Instructor.
• Experience teaching in Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), or other allied health training programs.
• Experience supporting students from diverse educational, cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with workforce development programs and career pathway initiatives.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position requires classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction in healthcare settings. The instructor must be able to demonstrate nursing assistant skills, supervise students in clinical environments, and comply with all College, healthcare facility, and Department of Public Health requirements.
Duties normally performed in a classroom/lab environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to remain stationary and move about inside an office, classroom or lab. Must be able to operate or use computers, office machinery, copier, calculator etc. This person frequently communicates with students, employees or the community. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations.
Additional Information:
Salary: $65.00 per hour. Monday through Thursday (4:00 to 7:00 PM or 5:30 to 8:30 PM). May vary based on need and as agreed upon with the supervisor.
Benefits: No
Union: Non Union
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.
INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:
Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.
Application Instructions:
All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references.
**Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:
STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:
Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes 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 Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.
URL: www.stcc.edu