Evening School (YouthBuild Philly Flex) - Healthcare Instructor

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

401(k) plan

Supportive environment

Community involvement

Generous time off

Job summary

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is seeking a part-time Healthcare Instructor for the Evening School (YouthBuild Philly Flex). You will plan and deliver hands-on healthcare skills, guide students toward CPR, First Aid, HHA, CNA and related certifications, and support grading and student motivation.

You will mentor a small cohort, coordinate guest speakers, site visits, and ensure lab safety while tracking progress in PowerSchool. Join a startup culture focused on persistence and graduation.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the healthcare field required
• CNA certification preferred
• CPR and First Aid instructor certification preferred
• Experience working with youth or alternative education settings preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver hands-on healthcare skills instruction in lab and classroom settings
• Prepare students for CPR, First Aid, HHA, CNA, and other relevant certifications
• Assess student mastery and provide frequent, actionable feedback
• Maintain lab safety, equipment, and instructional materials
• Coordinate guest speakers, site visits, and industry exposure opportunities
• Track student progress and communicate progress through PowerSchool
• Provide mentorship to a cohort of 4–5 students

Skills

Healthcare experience

Youth work experience

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Curriculum planning

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field

CNA certification

CPR and First Aid instructor certification

Job description

Description

Job Title: Healthcare Instructor, Evening School (YouthBuild Philly Flex)

Part-Time, 10 month

Reports To

Evening School Principal

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Hours Of Operation

The YouthBuild Evening School Program (YouthBuild Philly Flex) operates on an evening schedule designed for students who work during the day. This role is part-time and requires availability during evening instructional hours, typically 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM, along with occasional additional time for planning, professional development, and student events.

Who We Are

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition free public charter high school serving young people ages 17–20 who have been pushed out of traditional schools. Our program supports students in earning a high school diploma while gaining career exposure, industry certifications, and postsecondary pathways. YouthBuild operates within a restorative, community centered culture grounded in respect, excellence, and perseverance. The Evening School (YouthBuild Philly Flex) is a new program designed for students who are working during the day and need a flexible pathway to earn their diploma and build a career path.

The Opportunity

The Evening School Healthcare Instructor prepares students for entry level employment and further training in the healthcare field. Students participate in hands-on skills training, certification preparation, and real world learning experiences aligned to industry standards.

This role supports students who are balancing work and life responsibilities and requires strong relationship building, flexibility, and a commitment to helping students persist and graduate.

Who You Are

• Deeply aligned to YouthBuild’s mission and believe in second chances and re engagement
• Thrive in fast paced, evolving environments and enjoy building systems from the ground up
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and solutions driven
• Collaborative and relationship centered
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and cross functional projects
• Bring a strong sense of ownership and initiative
• Experience working in the healthcare field required

Highly preferred…

• CNA certification preferred
• Experience training or supervising in a healthcare setting preferred
• CPR and First Aid instructor certification preferred
• Experience working with youth or alternative education settings preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field preferred

Start-of-Year Planning & Orientation

Prior to the start of the school year, the Evening School Healthcare Instructor will participate in onboarding, orientation, and collaborative planning to prepare for the launch of the Evening School Program.

This Includes

• Participating in new staff orientation and professional development
• Collaborating with school leadership and colleagues to understand program structures, schedules, and student supports
• Engaging in curriculum planning and unit preparation prior to the start of instruction
• Preparing classroom systems, materials, and expectations for the start of the school year

What You Will Do

• Plan and deliver hands on healthcare skills instruction in lab and classroom settings
• Prepare students for CPR, First Aid, HHA, CNA, and other relevant certifications
• Assess student mastery and provide frequent, actionable feedback
• Maintain lab safety, equipment, and instructional materials
• Coordinate guest speakers, site visits, and industry exposure opportunities
• Collaborate with the specialized services team to ensure student success, by providing teacher input, attending IEP meetings and ensuring all students receive accommodations and modifications per their students’ IEPs and/or English language needs
• Track student progress, give frequent actionable feedback to students and communicate student progress to the greater community through PowerSchool
• Facilitate one section of independent study hall per day, providing a structured, supportive environment where students can focus on academic tasks, access guidance as needed, and develop effective study habits while ensuring a quiet and productive atmosphere
• Provide mentorship to a cohort of 4–5 students, offering consistent academic and personal support to help them stay on track toward meeting graduation requirements
• Support students enrolled in CNA, Phlebotomy, or related programs as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative startup culture and continuous improvement of the Evening School program
• Perform other duties, as assigned by the Evening School Principal

What We Offer You

• Competitive hourly rate ($50.00 per hour)
• Option to enroll in our 401(k) savings plan
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Strong community support and involvement
• Generous time off
• Other part time employee hiring options and benefits are available and will be discussed during the hiring process

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, veteran status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary Description

$50.00 per hour