Nursing Assistant Instructor Jobs in Reading, MA

POSITION: Part-Time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Instructor: Center for Corporate and Community Education; Lawrence Campus (414 Common Street); This is a contract, part-time position with variable hours based on enrollment, training schedules, and departmental needs. Weekly hours typically range from 6-18 hours and are assigned on an as-needed basis throughout the year.
SUMMARY: The Part-Time CNA Instructor will be responsible for assisting with the practical and clinical components of the hybrid nursing assistant program alongside the Primary CNA Instructor. This position will report to the CNA Program Coordinator and serve as a valuable team member in collaborating, planning, and managing the unique needs of each monthly CNA cohort.
The Part-Time CNA Instructor positions are an "Open Pool" for the upcoming 2026/27 Academic Year. There may or may not be available openings at this time however, when an opening does occur, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants we have on file on an as needed basis
This pool is valid through June 30th, 2027, and will be accessed when an opening arises. Your application will remain active for two years. After this time, you will need to apply again with current, updated information if you are still interested in remaining a part of the pool.
SCHEDULE: This is a flexible, part-time position with hours that vary based on program enrollment, course scheduling, and operational needs. CNA programs are typically offered in 4-week cycles, and instructor schedules may fluctuate throughout the year. During active cohorts, instructors may work a higher number of weekly hours, while some periods may have limited or no scheduled hours depending on program demand.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead small groups in teaching specific nursing assistant skills
• Provide evaluation of both skills and clinical competencies
• Presence at clinicals is required which are currently being held in Newburyport, MA. Skills Labs are currently being held on NECC Lawrence Campus.
• Assist in both the skills lab and clinical settings, supporting students' learning in small groups.

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

• Current MA state RN or LPN licensure
• Minimum two (2) years' experience as a nurse with a minimum of one (1) year experience working in a long-term care facility
• CPR certification required
• Comfortable with teaching Nursing Assistant competencies in the laboratory and clinical setting.
• Technical knowledge and expertise in long-term care
• Excellent verbal and written communications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least one (1) year of experience in lesson planning, lesson delivery, student evaluation and remediation in a health care setting as an in-service coordinator, staff educator, or other health personnel instructor; or the equivalent of 24 contact hours in programs that meet continuing education standards
• Adult Education experience
• Flexibility to work daytime, evening, and weekend shifts
• Bilingual (Spanish/English)
• Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Northern Essex Community College does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).

Additional Information:
SALARY: $64.00/hour, non-benefited position
ANTICIPATED START DATE: This posting will be reviewed each month as projected scheduling needs arise.
Application Instructions:
TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to set up a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

• Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and/or how you may be best suited for the role
• Resume/CV

Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.
**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references, including current supervisor (or at least two previous supervisors)
DEADLINE: Open until filled
Northern Essex 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 statues 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 College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ etrelegan@necc.mass.edu), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery