CL23415: Tri-Tech Pre-Nursing Instructional Assistant - Tri-Tech

Tri-Tech Skills Center; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-Tech Skills Center in Kennewick, Washington, seeks a Pre-Nursing Instructional Assistant to support the delivery of the Tri-Tech Pre-Nursing Program under the Nursing Program Director. You will assist instructors in classroom, lab, and clinical settings, helping students develop skills and maintaining a safe learning environment.

This is a non-bargaining, off-schedule position with full-time hours. Starting Aug 24, 2026, salary range is $39.96–$52.73 per hour DOE, with 40 hours/week Mon-Fri;

Qualifications

• Current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Eligibility to serve as a program instructor under Washington State Nursing Commission requirements.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and supporting program operations under the Nursing Program Director.
• Support instruction by reinforcing nursing assistant skills and procedures.
• Monitor and assist students during skill practice and theory development.
• Assist with classroom and lab setup, organization, and cleanup.
• Support daily program operations and instructional activities.
• Assist with student records and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Mathematics

Reasoning

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

CL23415: Tri-Tech Pre-Nursing Instructional Assistant - Tri-Tech

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Job Details

Job ID: 5859317
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 11, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Position #23415: Tri-Tech Pre-Nursing Instructional Assistant
Location: Tri-Tech
Hours: 8.0 hours per day, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM; 40 hours per week

Clinical hours may vary based on site schedules and may extend beyond the standard workday. Additional time will be compensated, 181 days/year.

Salary: $39.96-52.73 per hour (DOE)

This is a non-bargaining, off-schedule position.

Open Date:08/11/2026

Application Deadline/Close Date:08/17/2026 at 10:00PM, OR until filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pre-Nursing Instructional Assistant supports the delivery and operation of the Tri-Tech Pre-Nursing Program under the direction of Tri-Tech Administration and the Nursing Program Director.

This position assists instructors in classroom, lab, and clinical settings by supporting student skill development, supervising activities, and helping maintain a safe and effective learning environment.

The program prepares students for entry-level healthcare careers, including nursing assistant roles, and supports transition to post-secondary education, apprenticeships, and industry certification.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Eligibility to serve as a program instructor under Washington State Nursing Commission requirements, including:
• Teaching within area of professional expertise
• One of the following experience pathways:
• At least one year of recent (within the past three years) direct care experience with elderly or chronically ill patients, or
• Three years of direct care experience with elderly or chronically ill patients, plus one year of nursing experience (paid or unpaid) within the past three years
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to start
• Evidence of successful job performance, including positive evaluations and references
• Current negative TB test and Hepatitis B immunization series as a condition of employment
• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and self-direction
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Successful completion of a background check
• Basic computer proficiency, including email, recordkeeping, and time entry
• Ability to follow district policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality
• Commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students, staff, and families
• Commitment to teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience working with high school-age students

JOB DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and supporting program operations under the direction of the Nursing Program Director
• Support instruction by reinforcing nursing assistant skills and procedures
• Monitor and assist students during skill practice and theory development
• Assist with classroom and lab setup, organization, and cleanup
• Support daily program operations and instructional activities
• Assist with student records and documentation
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with district and industry standards
• Promote and maintain health and safety standards in all settings
• Support instruction in both classroom and clinical environments
• Perform duties in accordance with Kennewick School District policies and expectations, including regular attendance and punctuality
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Tri-Tech Director

GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Communication: Ability to read, interpret, and explain technical materials; effectively communicate with students and staff
• Mathematics: Ability to perform basic calculations, including percentages, ratios, and measurements
• Reasoning: Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and follow written and verbal instructions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, push or pull 18-26 lbs., sit, kneel and crouch, twist and bend, use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arm.
• Sense: The employee is required to talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone.The employee is required to taste and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Lifting: The employee must be able to lift or move up to 18-26 pounds; must also be able to lift overhead. The employee may be required to physically move quickly in an emergency or while performing student supervision duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Hazards: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work outdoors in a wide variety of temperatures; from -10 degrees F to 100 degrees F +. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in this work environment is moderate.

Kennewick School District's Non-Discrimination Policy

The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or use of trained dog, guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights & Equity:Dr. Thomas Brillhart- [phone] ([e-mail])

Section 504, Title IX:BJ Wilson - [phone] ([e-mail])

This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in all education programs and/or extra-curricular school activities in the Kennewick School District.

Applicants

Inquiries regarding compliance procedures or requests for reasonable accommodation may be directed to the School District's Director of Human Resources.

For information on salary and benefits, visit www.ksd.org/jobs.

Kennewick School District Contact Names and Telephone Numbers

Toni Neidhold, Director of Human Resources

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Certified/Classified ADA

Amy Martinez, Assistant Director of Human Resources

[e-mail]

Classified ADA

Kennewick School District

1000 West 4th Avenue

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