Educator - Childbirth- PRN

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

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to contribute to staff development

Collaborative environment

Supportive leadership

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Indiana is seeking a Childbirth Educator to facilitate prenatal educational opportunities for staff. The ideal candidate will have OB knowledge, teaching experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include conducting training sessions, assessing learner progress, and promoting ongoing professional development. This role supports a collaborative environment that values continuous learning and staff empowerment. Join us in making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of relevant experience, preferably with 2+ years of teaching experience.
• Clinical background preferred.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles and evaluation techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate group and individualized educational sessions for learners.
• Assess learner progress to ensure educational needs are met.
• Create a safe and effective learning environment.

Skills

OB knowledge

Teaching experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Job description

Overview

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.

Ideal candidates will possess OB knowledge and experience.

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.

Why Join IU Health?

• 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

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

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.