Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Instructor - Full-Time, Fixed Term (2 Years)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Parental leave (paid)

Health insurance

Pension plan

Tuition waiver for employees and their

dependents

Job summary

Minneapolis College seeks a full-time Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Instructor for a 2-year fixed-term appointment in the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Wellness. The NAHA Department collaborates to prepare students for entry-level careers in long-term care and home health settings, including registry examinations.

The instructor will teach NAHA courses, develop materials, assess student performance, and manage instructional labs in compliance with state requirements.

Qualifications

• Nursing degree or diploma required.
• RN license current and in state of Minnesota.
• Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified direct patient care experience, including long-term care.
• Experience with clinical education or teaching is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture and lab components of NAHA courses to a diverse student population.
• Create/edit instructional materials aligned with Minnesota Department of Health curriculum requirements.
• Assess student performance on skills competencies, written exams, and clinical practice.
• Organize and maintain instructional lab equipment and supplies in compliance with program and safety standards.
• Utilize campus technology to maintain professional skills and connect with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ensure student compliance with clinical site requirements, including health documentation and background clearances.

Skills

Clinical instruction

Student assessment

Lab equipment management

Education

Diploma or associate degree in nursing

RN license (Minnesota)

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide Instructor - Full-Time, Fixed Term (2 Years)

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

Tech College Faculty

Bargaining Unit / Union:

210: Minnesota State College Faculty

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Limited Academic (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

Job Description

Minneapolis College is seeking applications for a full-time, 2-year fixed term Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide (NAHA) faculty within the School of Nursing, Health Sciences and Wellness. The NAHA Department at Minneapolis College is committed to excellence in teaching and learning as we prepare students for entry-level careers in long-term care and home health settings. Faculty members collaborate in the delivery of NAHA courses to prepare students to complete their certificate program and to take the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry competency examination.

Instructor Responsibilities:

• Teach lecture and lab components of NAHA courses to a very diverse student population.
• Create/edit instructional materials aligned with Minnesota Department of Health curriculum requirements.
• Assess student performance on skills competencies, written examinations, and clinical practice.
• Organize and maintain instructional lab equipment and supplies in compliance with program and safety standards.
• Utilize campus technology to maintain professional skills and connect with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ensure student compliance with clinical site requirements, including health documentation and background study clearances.

Salary Range:

Salary schedule placement is determined on the basis of education and experience and in accordance with the 2025 - 2027 Master Agreement between the Minnesota State Board of Trustees and the Minnesota State College Faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess or meet minimum qualifications for the Minnesota State colleges and universities credential field of Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide, #500104: Visit **https://www.minnstate.edu/system/asa/academicaffairs/cfc/fields/500104.html** for details.

Education Requirement

• Diploma or associate degree in nursing.

Occupational Experience Requirement

• Four full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience of direct patient care, one year must be in long term care.

Recency Requirement

• One year of this work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field. The recency requirement shall be waived if the individual has two years of successful full-time (or equivalent) postsecondary teaching experience in the credential field within the last five years.

Professional Requirement

• Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Other Requirements

Current and former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College to be considered for the position. To be qualified for this position, you must meet all minimum qualifications.
All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. Minneapolis College does not sponsor visas.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter addressing your experience and the preferred qualifications listed in this announcement
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degrees

Applicants should be prepared to provide contact information of four (4) references, including two (2) managers, who can directly address qualifications for this position (prefer that at least one reference observed you while you were acting in a teaching capacity).
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT TO BE CONSIDERED. Transcripts will need to be added under the resume/cv section of your application in Workday. Applications without transcripts will be marked as incomplete and will not be considered further. Copies of unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the screening process; the successful candidate will need to provide official transcripts at the time of hire.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

2-year - Fixed term

Teaching schedule varies and may include instruction during the weekend.

About

Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern. Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the link Minneapolis College Public Safetyor go to https://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety. Minneapolis College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and educator, and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon (BTYR) employer. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

08-20-2026

Position End Date:

06-30-2028

Open Date:

04-13-2026

Close Date:

07-17-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Gabriele Eva Krauss

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]