Adult Education Part-Time CNA Instructor (Multiple Positions)

Urbana Adult Education Center; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Urbana School District 116's Urbana Adult Education Center seeks an Adult Education Part-Time CNA Instructor to teach nursing assistant skills to adults in our program. This RN-led role requires current Illinois licensure and provides evening/weekend sessions as needed.

The position is part-time (not to exceed 599 hours/year) with schedule variability by quarter. A BSN is preferred; strong instructional ability and tech literacy are valued to engage diverse learners and support attendance and

Qualifications

• Must be an RN with current Illinois State Nursing Licensure and at least two years of nursing experience.
• Bachelor’s in Nursing preferred.
• Ability to teach and adapt to diverse learners.
• Experience with technology and online tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare for classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
• Lead classroom, lab, and clinical instruction.
• Use materials appropriate to adult learners to teach nursing skills.
• Maintain attendance records.
• Follow up absences by phone/mail.
• Communicate with staff to support student attendance and achievement.
• Supervise CNAs during clinical rotation.

Skills

Highly organized

Multitasking

Instructional skills

Customer service

Communication

Tech literacy

Education

RN with Illinois license

BSN preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Google Docs

Google Classroom

Google Sheets

Video Conferencing

Job description

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Adult Education Part-Time CNA Instructor (Multiple Positions)

Urbana School District #116 Urbana Adult Education Center - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5545155

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Urbana School District 116

TITLE: Adult Education Part-Time CNA Instructor

LOCATION: Urbana Adult Education Center

HOURS: Part-time hours; schedule varies and is based on CNA quarterly calendar; evening/weekend hours may be required for clinical experience sessions; not to exceed 599 hours/year

SCHEDULE: Varies each quarter; based on needs of program

SUPERVISOR : Director of Adult Education

SUPERVISES: Not Applicable

REQUIREMENTS : RN with current Illinois State Nursing Licensure (required); BSN (preferred)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Plan and prepare for classroom, lab, and clinical instruction


• Lead classroom, lab, and clinical instruction


• Utilize instructional materials, methods, techniques, and resources appropriate to individual learner’s needs to assist adults in acquiring basic literacy and nursing skills.


• Incorporate curriculum materials that will increase students’ knowledge of employability skills and responsible citizenship skills while teaching nursing assistant skills.


• Maintain accurate attendance records.


• Follow up student absences by telephone and/or mail to encourage good attendance


• Maintain good communication with support staff and administration to help students remove barriers to good attendance and achievement of their goals.


• Attend staff meetings and other professional meetings as requested.


• Maintain a personal commitment to lifelong learning and enhancement of professional abilities. Meet all required professional development requirements.


• Communicate with all adult education staff to increase awareness of changes in program opportunities which could benefit students.


• Assist the CNA Coordinator with paperwork and data collection duties, as assigned.


• Supervision of CNAs during clinical rotation.


• Conduct other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• Must be an RN with current Illinois State Nursing Licensure and at least two years of nursing experience. Bachelor’s in Nursing, preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Must demonstrate an ability to accept cultural and ethnic differences and adjust teaching techniques if necessary to create a non threatening atmosphere

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be highly organized with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines


• Strong instructional skills that result in high student engagement and retention.


• Must have strong customer service skills


• Must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate with all staff, students, community members, and other stakeholders


• Knowledge of technology, including Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Classroom, Google Sheets, Google Forms, Video Conferencing platforms


• Ability to build rapport with youth of diverse backgrounds


• Once trained, must be able to problem-solve, take initiative, and work independently.


• Must have strong classroom management skills and be able to supervise students independently.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Part-time; hours vary and are established based on the needs of the program.

NOTE: This is a NON-EXEMPT, non-bargaining unit, non-administrative position.

EVALUATION: To be completed by the Director of Adult Education using the district’s evaluation instrument.

SALARY RANGE: $34.00-$40.00/hour; commensurate with education and experience

REVISED: February 2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Hourly

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shawna Scherer , Director


• Urbana Adult Education Center


• Email: [e-mail]

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