Health Science Occupations Teacher

Health Science Occupations Teacher (2026-27 School Year)

Burlington Community School District Burlington High School - Burlington, Iowa Open in Google Maps

• Current Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred;
  Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) considered if otherwise qualified.
• Minimum of 4,000 hours of recent and relevant nursing experience if holding a bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience as required by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners for Career and Technical Authorization.
• Minimum of 3,000 hours of recent and relevant experience if the applicant holds an associate's degree in the teaching endorsement area sought, if such a degree is considered terminal for that field of instruction.
• Eligible for, or ability to obtain, an Iowa Career and Technical Education (CTE) Authorization in Health Sciences through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners.
• Ability to complete required CTE authorization coursework, including instructional methods, curriculum development, assessment, human relations, special education, and ethics training.
• Successful completion of required state and district background checks.

• Current Iowa teaching license with Health Occupations or related endorsement.
• Prior teaching, clinical instruction, precepting, staff development, or training experience.
• Experience working with high school-aged students.
• Experience in multiple healthcare settings (hospital, long-term care, clinic, public health, etc.).
• Knowledge of healthcare career pathways, certifications, and work-based learning opportunities.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and technology skills.

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