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Southmont Schools

SJHS IA

Crawfordsville, IN · On-site

Instructional Aide School: Southmont Junior High School (SJHS) Academic Year: 2026/2027 School Year ... lab settings. 2. Classroom & Clerical Assistance * Help the teacher prepare, organize, and ...

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How much do lab aide jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab aide in Indiana is $17.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lab aide?

To thrive as a Lab Aide, you need a solid understanding of laboratory procedures, attention to detail, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional coursework in science being advantageous. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, data entry systems, and basic safety protocols is typically required. Strong organization, teamwork, and communication skills help a Lab Aide efficiently support researchers and maintain a safe work environment. These competencies ensure accurate results, compliance with safety standards, and smooth lab operations.

What is a lab aide?

Lab aides are support staff who assist in laboratories by preparing materials, cleaning equipment, maintaining inventories, and sometimes helping with basic experiments or data entry. They work under the supervision of scientists, lab technicians, or instructors to ensure that the laboratory remains organized and safe. Lab aides play a crucial role in keeping daily operations running smoothly, allowing researchers and students to focus on more complex tasks.

What are the typical responsibilities of a lab aide?

Lab Aides play a crucial support role by assisting with routine tasks such as preparing equipment, cleaning glassware, maintaining supplies, and sometimes recording basic data. They help ensure that the laboratory runs smoothly and efficiently, allowing scientists and technicians to focus on more specialized tasks. This role often involves collaborating closely with lab staff, following strict safety protocols, and being adaptable to changing priorities. By maintaining an organized and well-stocked environment, Lab Aides significantly contribute to the productivity and safety of the entire laboratory team.

What is the difference between Lab Aide vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectLab AideLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentPost-secondary education, often a certificate or associate degree
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, research labsMedical labs, research facilities, hospitals
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with sample collection, preparing specimens, cleaning equipmentPerforming tests, analyzing samples, maintaining lab equipment

While both roles support laboratory operations, Lab Aides typically handle basic tasks and sample preparation, requiring minimal formal education. Laboratory Technicians perform more complex testing and analysis, often requiring specialized training or certification. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Lab Aide job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,580 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

CNA Program Instructor

Lutheran Life Villages: NE Indiana senior living

Kendallville, IN • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, and teaching of the classroom, skills lab, and clinical setting training experience for students who are taking the 105-hour IDOH approved certified nurse aide training course.

Essential Job Functions

  • Demonstrates knowledge of The Indiana Nurse Aide Curriculum and the thirty (30) “lessons” that makes up the curriculum of minimum standards for an approved program.
  • Participate in interviewing and selecting CNA candidates into the 105- hour IDOH approved training course.
  • Demonstrates ability to understand and teach each lessons objectives, terms, content, and review questions.
  • Provides direct instruction and support to students during classroom rotation for a minimum of 30 hours.
  • Utilize the lesson plans as a basis for training and may complement the lessons using a text and supplementing learning materials of choice (text books, handbooks, videos). It is the responsibility of the instructor to ensure that, if a text or other supplements are utilized, that any variance in the content from the Indiana Nursing Assistant Scope of Practice shall be identified to prevent misinformation as to the duties of the nursing assistant.
  • Uses the nurse aide lesson plans as a “guide” for classroom lecture.
  • Introduces & demonstrates resident care procedures (RCPs) during lecture then reinforces during the clinical experience.
  • Responsible to update the lesson plan accordingly without waiting for revised curriculum to be distributed by the Indiana Department of Health should a standard of practice, at any time, be revised by an applicable regulatory entity.
  • Maintain student files during classroom instruction and clinical completion that holds the necessary classroom and clinical training and testing materials. Files shall be stored with the director.
  • Provides direct instruction and support to students during clinical rotation for the first 16 hours of clinical instruction at the facility for which the students received their classroom instruction.
  • Provides direct oversight to students throughout the remainder of their clinical hours equaling a minimum of 75 hours.
  • Collects completed RCPs at completion of clinical rotation and maintains records in student file.
  • Signs off on required application for completion of the 105-hour course completion and submits documents to the Certified Nurse Aide Program Director for application to test.
  • Submits completed student file to Certified Nurse Aide Program Director for record keeping.
  • Participates in any Certified Nurse Aide Program graduation or celebration event recognizing the students’ success.

Qualifications

Education/Training

  1. Holds a license as either a practical nurse or registered nurse in the state of Indiana.
  2. Complete the approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program “Train -the- Trainer” course.

Experience 

  1. Two years experience within long-term care related to operations in the nursing department.
  2. Experience including leadership and teaching is preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  1. Knowledge of state and federal regulations as they pertain to standards of nursing practice and a demonstrated capacity to comply with them are required.
  2. Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer required.
  3. Ability to communicate effectively with adult learners both in writing and orally.
  4. Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  5. Ability to create student files and keep them updated per state regulations.

Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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