Certified Nurse Assistant Instructor – Adjunct (Lab and Clinical)

Trinity Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 9,900 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental Personal Insurance (AFLAC

403(b) Retirement Plan

Free campus parking

Shuttle to Brookland Metro

Campus dining services

Job summary

Trinity Washington University seeks a dynamic CNA instructor to teach lab and clinical sections for the ATC Dual Enrollment program. Courses run at the ATC Penn Center in DC, with lab on Saturdays and clinicals early mornings. Requires DC RN license and nursing degree with teaching experience preferred.

Spring 2026 schedule runs Jan 20–May 8, with responsibilities including classroom management, student support, and curriculum development. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Current unencumbered RN license for DC.
• Associate degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Teaching experience in CNA programs preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of RN clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned CNA lab and clinical courses.
• Maintains course outlines, calendars, and rosters.
• Provides office hours and supports students outside class times.
• Keeps weekly grade updates and attends adjunct meetings.
• Reviews textbooks and learning resources; participates in professional development.

Skills

Teaching experience

Clinical nursing

Nursing assessment

Communication

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Certified Nurse Assistant Instructor – Adjunct Lab and Clinical

$1,375 per credit for lab

$2,065 per credit for clinical

Trinity Washington University is seeking a dynamic CNA instructor to teach up to two of the following two spring 2026 sections for the Advanced Technical Center (ATC) Dual Enrollment High School Program within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Advanced Technical Center is a partnership with the Office of the State Superintendent of Education to provide DC high school students with the opportunity to complete dual enrollment pathways in health sciences. Under the supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer in the School of Nursing and Health Professions, successful applicants will have the ability to teach didactic and/or clinical courses in our CNA program.

The Spring Semester ATC classes start on January 20, 2026, ending May 8, 2026, and the following Lecture classes meet every day of the week for the semester.

The adjunct instructor will teach these courses at the ATC’s Penn Center, which is located at 1709 3 rd St NE.

NURS 102/ATC 1, Certified Nursing Aide Lab (1 Credit) & Clinical (2 credits): Saturday, Lab: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Clinicals: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

NURS 102/ATC 2, Certified Nursing Aide Lab (1 Credit) & Clinical (2 credits): Saturday, Lab: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Clinicals: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Qualifications:

• Current unencumbered Registered Nurse license for the District of Columbia
• An associate degree in nursing required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Teaching experience in CNA programs preferred.
• Minimum of two-three years of clinical experience as a registered nurse, and
• Current knowledge of nursing practice at the nursing assistant level.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teaches assigned courses/clinicals.
• Provides classroom and course management in a manner that is consistent with professional conduct.
• Keeps regular office hours in accordance with the procedures designated by Trinity policy.
• Assists students outside of scheduled class times.
• Utilizes methods of instruction and teaching techniques that are appropriate to the fulfillment of course outcomes and objectives.
• Develops and maintains course outlines/calendars and makes them available to the students one week prior to the start of class.
• Maintains accurate class rosters (attendance reports) and submits same in the manner and at times required by the ATC. Maintain updates to gradebooks weekly.
• Attends adjunct meetings and workshops as scheduled.
• Participates in the adjunct evaluation process.
• Notifies Dean of any absences or alterations in the class schedule in advance and in writing, if possible.
• Reviews and recommends textbooks, reference materials, software, audio visual aids, and learning resources for classroom use.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through reading professional publications and attending workshops and conferences as appropriate.
• Has knowledge in working with students with disabilities and coordinating services.

Trinity offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to Adjunct Professors to include, Supplemental Personal Insurance (AFLAC), 403(b) Retirement Plan - Group Supplemental Retirement Account (GSRA), Trinity Center Membership Free to all employees to include full size pool, walking track, weight & Cardio equipment, Free campus parking, Free Shuttle bus between campus & Brookland Metro station and dining services.

Trinity Washington University is dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty, and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.