Educator - Childbirth

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for professional growth

Collaborative environment

Meaningful educational initiatives

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated Childbirth Educator in Bloomington, Indiana to facilitate prenatal educational opportunities for learners. The role includes assessing learner progress and creating a supportive learning environment. A Bachelor's degree is preferred along with 2+ years of teaching experience. This position offers a chance to contribute to staff development and improve patient care through meaningful educational initiatives.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Clinical background preferred.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and related applications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group and one-on-one educational sessions for clinical staff and learners.
• Assess learner progress and ensure educational needs are met effectively.
• Create a safe, supportive environment that encourages active participation.

Skills

Teaching experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Familiarity with adult learning principles

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Location: Bloomington Hospital

Position: Educator - Childbirth

Shift: PRN Evenings and Weekends

IU Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, committed to supporting staff development and fostering a culture of continuous learning. We are seeking a dedicated Childbirth Educator to facilitate prenatal educational opportunities for learners, promote professional growth, and ensure competency across clinical teams.

Position Overview

The Childbirth Educator provides essential prenatal educational support by conducting group and individualized training sessions tailored to learners’ varying experience levels and needs. This role involves assessing learner progress, applying adult education principles, and creating a safe, effective learning environment. The Educator might be asked to collaborate with managers to support staff development, offer individual counseling as needed, and promote a culture of continuous professional growth within IU Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate group and one-on-one educational sessions for clinical staff and learners.
• Assess learner progress and ensure educational needs are met effectively.
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional methodologies to facilitate meaningful learning experiences.
• Create a safe, supportive environment that encourages active participation and learning.
• Respond to manager requests for assistance with individual learners or staff development needs.
• Provide individual counseling and guidance to help staff meet educational and competency requirements.
• Support ongoing professional development and promote best practices in education.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in education or a related field.
• Experience & Skills: 0-3 years of relevant experience; 2+ years of teaching experience in the field preferred. Clinical background preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related applications required. Familiarity with adult learning principles and evaluation techniques preferred.

Benefits

To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

• Opportunity to contribute to staff development and professional growth
• Collaborative environment supporting continuous learning
• Engage in meaningful educational initiatives that impact patient care
• Supportive leadership committed to staff empowerment

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.