Community Education - Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Instructor

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bailey (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a part-time Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Instructor in Muskegon, Michigan. The instructor will be essential in developing and delivering the CNA curriculum in accordance with Michigan standards and will facilitate students' journey to certification.

Ideal candidates should possess an Associate Degree in Nursing and an active registered nurse license, along with teaching experience. Successful candidates will guide both classroom and clinical instruction, ensuring adherence to state regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Active, unrestricted license as a registered nurse in Michigan.
• At least two years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned with Michigan Nurse Aide curriculum.
• Supervise students during clinical and lab sessions.
• Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Registered nurse license

Teaching experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Instructor

Position Type: Part‑time

General Description

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Instructor is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating classroom, lab, and clinical instruction for CNA candidates in accordance with Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and applicable state regulations. The instructor facilitates learning that enables students to successfully complete the Michigan CNA training program and achieve certification.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Active, unrestricted license as a registered nurse in the State of Michigan.
• At least two (2) years of clinical nursing experience and at least one (1) year of long‑term care nursing experience in Michigan.
• Completion of an accredited Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program, adult learning course, or documented experience supervising nursing assistants.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Preferred: previous experience in teaching, training, or mentoring; Michigan Train‑the‑Trainer certification required.
• Active participation in hands‑on skills demonstrations and clinical supervision.
• Physical capabilities: ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours), bend, lift, push, pull, and assist with patient‑mobility simulations, handle manual dexterity for clinical procedures, effective verbal and written communication, occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds using proper body‑mechanic techniques.
• Work occurs in classroom and skills‑lab settings, with periodic clinical rotations in long‑term care or affiliated healthcare facilities.
• Potential exposure to body fluids, communicable diseases, and standard healthcare equipment during instructional activities.

Essential Functions

1. Deliver instruction aligned with the Michigan Nurse Aide curriculum standards.
2. Supervise and instruct students during clinical and laboratory skills sessions.
3. Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies to support diverse learning styles.
4. Prepare lesson plans, instructional materials, and competency checklists.
5. Conduct ongoing student evaluations (written exams, skills demonstrations, clinical performance).
6. Provide timely, constructive feedback to students.
7. Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and competencies.
8. Ensure training content complies with Michigan state requirements and best practices.
9. Maintain current knowledge of CNA certification standards and regulatory updates.
10. Advise and mentor students regarding academic and clinical performance.
11. Maintain professional development through continuing education.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements

Physical: standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, reaching with hands and arms, speaking, hearing, and maintaining a work environment that may include exposure to wet, humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and moderate to loud noise levels.

Mental: detailed work, student contact, deadline orientation, problem situations, multiple priorities, emergency situations, confidentiality, prompt communication, and ability to work both independently and with others.

Éarnings is Emerging

Job Location: Muskegon, Michigan, United States

Equal Opportunity Employment

Muskegon Community College is an equal opportunity employer. MCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, political persuasion, disability, height, weight, veteran status, age, or any other protected class in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment. Minorities, women, veterans, and the physically challenged are encouraged to apply. To the extent required by applicable law, anyone with a disability will be reasonably accommodated by the College. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance in applying for this position, please contact the Human Resources Office.